Staff Software Engineer

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Garner Health

Compensation

$240,000 - $285,000/year

New York City, New York

On-site

Posted March 8, 2026

Job Description

Garner’s mission is to transform the healthcare economy, delivering high-quality and affordable care for all.

We are fundamentally reimagining how healthcare works in the U.S. by partnering with employers to redesign healthcare benefits using clear incentives and powerful, data-driven insights. Our approach guides employees to higher-quality, lower-cost care, creating a system that works better for everyone. Patients achieve better health outcomes, employers spend healthcare dollars more effectively, and physicians are rewarded for delivering exceptional care rather than performing more procedures.

Garner is one of the fastest-growing healthcare technology companies in the country. Our products are trusted by the most sophisticated employers and providers in the industry, and we are building a team of talented, mission-driven individuals who are motivated to make a meaningful impact on healthcare at scale.

About the role:

We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our team and help us develop the core systems powering our clinical research. You will work closely with a talented product and data science team, stay up-to-date with the latest technologies, and contribute to a fast-paced, innovative environment. The ideal candidate for this role should be able to deliver across the tech stack and is eager to learn and apply new techniques and technologies.

Where you will work:

This role will be based in our New York City office (in the Financial District). You must be willing to work in the office 3 days per week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

What you will do:

Design and build extensible systems that can grow with the business needs
Collaborate across disciplines to understand our domain and iterate on new ideas
Lead technical strategy and decision-making
Protect our users’ privacy and security through secure coding practices

What you will bring to the team:

7+ years hands-on work delivering full-stack software
Excellent communication skills and ability to clearly communicate design rationale and concepts
Familiarity with Python, React, NodeJS, Docker, and AWS
Excellent understanding of SQL and data modeling
Familiarity building scalable data pipelines, query optimization, data modeling, and defining reusable datasets
Experience working in a team using agile methodologies and fluency with the agile toolkit
Experience mentoring team members and acting as a technical multiplier
A willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and do whatever is necessary to ensure company success
A desire to be a part of a high-performing, mission-driven team that operates with intense urgency, a strong sense of individual accountability, and a commitment to authentic feedback

Technologies we use:

Claude Code, Kubernetes, AWS, Airflow, dlt, dbt, Python, TypeScript, React, Go

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing company in a transformative role, helping shape the future of healthcare.

Compensation Transparency:

The target salary range for this position is $240,000 - $285,000. Individual compensation for this role will depend on various factors, including qualifications, skills, and applicable laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to participate in our equity incentive and competitive benefits plans, including but not limited to: flexible PTO, Medical/Dental/Vision plan options, 401(k), Teladoc Health and more.

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