Frontend Engineer

Overview

Better Help is on a mission to remove the traditional barriers to therapy and make mental health care more accessible to everyone. Founded in 2013, we are the world’s largest online therapy service, providing affordable and convenient therapy across the globe. Our network of over 30,000 licensed therapists has helped millions of people take ownership of their mental health and change their lives.

As the unmet need for mental health services grows, Better Help is committed to being part of the solution.

• You will collaborate with the full stack engineers and build the frontend part of the feature.
• You will develop best practices and write clean, secure, readable, scalable code. OOP where appropriate.
• You will collaborate with other team members — engineers, product, design teams, and others.
• You will integrate internal and external APIs with frontend code.
• You will use CSS and React to complete functionality of new products.
• You will always be thinking cross-device and cross-platform, mobile, tablet and desktop.
• You will ship often and fast. We keep an agile environment with continuous deployment.
• You will care and be involved in our product, mission, and success beyond just checking off development tasks.

• Frontend:
  React, Twig (php templates), Bootstrap, jQuery, HTML5, CSS3/SASS
• Backend:
  Docker, MySQL, PHP and Redis

• You will NOT worry about runway, cash left, or how much time we have until the next round. We are backed and funded.
• You will NOT be confined to your "job". You will get involved in product, marketing, business strategy, and almost everything we do.
• You will NOT be bogged down by office politics, ego, or bad attitude. Only positive, pleasure-to-work-with people are allowed here.
• You will NOT burn out. We work hard but maintain a sustainable work/life balance.

Yes. We operate on PST. Candidates in any time zone are welcome to apply. Travel to the San Jose, CA office may be required up to three times per year, plus one company-wide offsite. Travel expenses are covered and reasonable accommodations are made for those who cannot travel.

• 3+ years of experience in frontend web development solving challenging problems and implementing new features from scratch.
• Must be able to legally work in the US.
• Deep understanding of web development concepts and principles.
• Examples of web projects that feature frontend code (React is a bonus).
• At least one major demonstrable project with frontend code, backend code and database.
• Ability to architect, develop and launch a web application from start to finish.
• Ability to learn quickly and pick up new skills independently.
• Get-things-done attitude with eagerness to build something great.
• Familiar with web security best practices.
• Familiar with mobile first design and practices.
• Comfortable working outside the context of a framework. Frameworks can help you get things done more quickly, but you should understand what is happening behind the scenes.
• Experience using git in a team environment.

• Work or internship experience in startups
• Experience with web accessibility best practices
• Experience with Figma design system
• Experience with Type Script
• Experience with full-blown integrations

• Remote work with regular in-person bonding experiences sponsored by the company
• Competitive compensation
• Holistic perks program (including free therapy, employee wellness, and more)
• Excellent health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k benefits with employer matching contribution
• The chance to build something that changes lives – and that people love
• Any piece of hardware or software that will make you happy and productive
• An awesome community of co-workers

The base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000. In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and the extensive benefits listed here. Total compensation is based on several factors and is applicable to all full-time positions.

At Better Help we thrive on difference and individuality, and as part of the Teladoc Health family, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We never discriminate against any job candidate or employee due to age, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, parental status, disability, or Veteran status.