Frontera
Engineering Lead - Integrations Platform
Denver, Colorado; San Francisco, California · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$16k-$220kDetected 21 days ago
Distributed SystemsBackend DevelopmentFull-Stack DevelopmentCode ReviewAPI DevelopmentMachine LearningData EngineeringComplianceHIPAALeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoring
About the role
- You'll help shape architecture decisions, unblock execution, and establish engineering best practices while remaining deeply embedded in the code.
- We're looking for someone who is excited about technical leadership today and interested in potentially growing into formal people management responsibilities over time as the organization scales.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of our integrations platform, including APIs, data pipelines, and third-party system integrations (e.g., EHRs, partner systems, internal services).
- Drive the architecture and implementation of scalable, secure, and reliable integration systems. Establish best practices for API design, data modeling, and system interoperability.
- Partner closely with product, design, operations, and external stakeholders to translate integration requirements into technical solutions. Collaborate across US and India-based engineering teams to ensure alignment and execution.
- Own the performance, monitoring, and reliability of integration systems. Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks, data inconsistencies, and failure points.
- User & Partner Experience:
- Improve the experience for both internal teams and external partners by building intuitive, well-documented, and reliable integration workflows and tooling.
- Support and mentor engineers through technical guidance, collaboration, and code reviews while helping foster a high-performing engineering culture.
- We bring together world-class clinicians, technologists, and autism specialists to build cutting-edge AI tools that help care teams work smarter and spend more time with the children and families who need them most.
Requirements
- Experience building and scaling integration platforms, APIs, or data pipelines in production environments
- Experience working with third-party integrations (e.g., healthcare systems, EHRs, SaaS platforms, or partner APIs) is highly preferred
- Strong product mindset - focused on building practical, reliable solutions that deliver real user and business impact
- Excellent communication skills and ability to drive alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Interest in healthcare and/or experience working with regulated data (HIPAA, PHI) is a plus
- We are open to candidates across multiple levels for this role. Final level and compensation will be determined through the interview process based on experience, technical depth, and scope.
- Expected Salary Range in Denver: $160,00 to $220,000
Nice to have
- 6+ years of experience in full-stack or backend-leaning engineering, with strong experience building APIs, integration systems, or distributed backend services
- Experience providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, or leading complex backend initiatives across cross-functional teams
- Strong understanding of system design, distributed systems, and data flow between services
- Comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous, zero-to-one environments
- Experience working with globally distributed teams is a plus
- Familiarity with AI/ML systems and their integration into product workflows is a plus
- Interest in mentoring and growing into broader technical or organizational leadership over time
- Catered lunch from local Denver restaurants five days a week, plus occasional breakfasts and dinners.
Compensation
- Work on challenging and impactful projects that leverage cutting-edge technologies.
- Collaborate with a talented and passionate team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Make a real difference in the lives of children and families in rural communities.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Dog-friendly office.
- Catered lunch from local Denver restaurants five days a week, plus occasional breakfasts and dinners.
Benefits
- Frontera is reimagining how children with autism and other behavioral health needs get the care they deserve.
- Our platform is HIPAA-compliant and designed for the real-world needs of behavioral health teams - from psychologists to ABA therapists.
- Opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in pediatric healthcare.
- Up to $150/month commuter stipend, discounted nearby parking, and a discounted Colorado Athletic Club membership.
- Competitive health benefits, stock options, 401(k), and generous PTO.
Company info
- Frontera exists to close the care gap: every child, no matter where they live, should be able to access effective behavioral healthcare.
- We are seeking a passionate and experienced Engineering Lead to join our growing team and play a pivotal role in building our Integrations Platform.
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