Software Developers (Mid-Senior Level)

Software Developers at Synthesis Health are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable back-end systems and APIs for our technology products. You'll work closely with product owners, QA teams, and DevOps to ensure seamless integration and performance optimization of applications.

To join Synthesis Health as a Software Developer, you should have a Bachelor’s degree in computer science and at least three years of experience in software development, particularly with Node.js. A solid understanding of database management systems and familiarity with microservices architecture is also key.

Candidates for Software Developer positions at Synthesis Health should be proficient in Node.js and should have experience with modern frameworks like Typescript or Next.js. Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases is also critical for this role.

At Synthesis Health, our commitment to collaboration is reflected in our regular Scrum meetings, code reviews, and joint problem-solving sessions. Despite being a remote team, we maintain strong communication and teamwork to achieve our common goals.

As a Software Developer at Synthesis Health, you will enjoy a flexible, 100% remote work environment that promotes creativity, innovation, and continuous learning. Our team culture emphasizes respect, collaboration, and providing excellent clinical service.

Software Developers at Synthesis Health utilize a range of technologies, including Node.js for backend development, PostgreSQL and MongoDB for data management, and tools for deployment and containerization such as Docker and Kubernetes.

Synthesis Health offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $115,000 CAD along with attractive benefits like medical, dental, vision insurance, a generous vacation policy, and participation in our employee option program.

When discussing your experience with Node.js during an interview for Synthesis Health, highlight specific projects where you've successfully used Node.js to build scalable applications. Be prepared to detail your understanding of asynchronous programming and how you've tackled challenges related to performance and security.

Explain your systematic approach to debugging by starting with understanding the issue, using logging tools, and isolating the problem step by step. Share an example of a bug that you identified and resolved, detailing the process you followed.

Discuss your experience in breaking down monolithic applications into microservices. Use specific examples to showcase how this architecture improved the scalability and maintainability of the projects you worked on, and explain the technologies you used.

Mention proactive measures such as code reviews, automated security testing, and adhering to best practices for data protection. Share experiences where you implemented security protocols to meet industry regulations.

Talk about your experience with performance profiling and your techniques for improving application speed, such as optimizing code, minimizing database calls, and implementing caching strategies. Consider providing a specific example of performance enhancements you applied.

Share your familiarity with Agile methodologies like Scrum, emphasizing your participation in ceremonies and how you collaborate with team members to achieve goals. Provide an example of how Agile processes helped improve project outcomes at previous roles.

Talk about the resources and methods you utilize to keep up-to-date, such as attending webinars, reading tech blogs, or participating in communities. Illustrate your proactive approach in adapting new technologies within your projects.

Share details of a project where you took the lead, explaining how you managed tasks, coordinated with team members, and ensured that everyone was aligned on goals. Highlight your leadership style and how you inspired your colleagues.

Discuss your proficiency with version control systems like Git, and how you utilize platforms like GitHub or GitLab for collaboration. Share any experiences related to managing repositories and contributing to open-source projects.

Recount a project where you utilized both SQL and NoSQL databases. Detail how you chose the appropriate type for each use case discussed and any challenges you faced with data management and schema design.