Role Overview

Noom is a digital healthcare company that connects people to content, coaching, community, and clinicians to build healthy habits and promote better living. We're a mission-driven, high-growth organization that's powered by science, technology, and world-class talent.

We're looking for a talented Backend Engineer to design, build, and enhance backend services that power the core features of our app. You'll play a critical role in ensuring our systems are scalable, secure, and seamlessly integrated. Collaboration is key: you'll work closely with product and mobile engineers to deliver a high-quality product experience.

What You'll Be Doing

Design, implement, and maintain backend services that scale to meet user demand while ensuring security and performance.
Work closely with product managers and mobile engineers to deliver a seamless product experience.
Strike a balance between shipping code quickly and following software best practices to ensure maintainability and reliability.
Tackle complex technical challenges, always picking the right tools and frameworks for the job.

What We're Looking For

3-5 years of experience designing and managing complex web-based applications, with expertise inJava/Kotlin and Spring.
A deep understanding of building scalable, secure systems, and a pragmatic approach to technology selection.
Strong verbal and written communication skills-you can clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
A collaborative mindset, with a passion for teaching and learning from peers.
A strong sense of responsibility for your code and the outcomes it drives.

What Makes This Job Amazing

You'll be helping millions of people lead healthier lives every day
You'll experience huge learning & professional growth opportunities. Noom believes in supporting you; we'll cover the cost of books, courses, conferences... you name it!
You'll become part of our transparent, high-performing, and close-knit team
We guarantee you will learn a tremendous amount in a short time. For those who value and excel in transparent, high-intensity, and high-impact environments, there is significant opportunity for advancement.

Base Salary

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $145,000 - $196,000.
- The range displayed on each job posting is based on Noom's estimate as of the date of publication and reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position across all US locations. The actual placement of the candidate within the range is based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience, assessment of functional skills and behavioral competencies, and scope. This range is not inclusive of any discretionary bonus or equity package.

Other Elements of the Rewards Package

Noom currently offers a comprehensive and generous total rewards package. This package generally includes discretionary performance-based bonus, stock awards, healthcare & retirement benefits, paid holidays, paid time off, disability benefits and various wellness programs, etc.

Location

This position is a hybrid role, with 2 days a week (Tue & Thurs) on-site required in our Princeton, NJ office

More About Noom

At Noom, we believe that the individual is the greatest force for good, not just in their health but in unlocking their fullest potential. We apply the same principles inside Noom. Across our dynamic organization, we empower our teams to execute on big ideas and we start and end each day with responsibility to make the world a healthier place. Fortune, Inc., Glassdoor, and Crain's have all named Noom a Best Place to Work including being named on Fortune's lists for Best Workplaces in New York, Best Workplaces in Technology, Best Workplaces for Women, and Best Workplaces for Millennials.

Noom is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, caste, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Noom is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation, please email [redacted].

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