Software Engineer (Full Stack)

About The Company Join us in creating a better way! At eHealth, our mission is to expertly guide consumers through their health insurance and related options when, where, and how they prefer. We’re dedicated to transforming the health insurance marketplace by providing transparent, trustworthy, and user-centric solutions for both consumers and employees. Our innovative approach connects countless individuals to the life-changing, quality care they deserve, supporting their health and well-being. Our diverse team of passionate professionals supports one another in solving some of the industry’s toughest challenges. We foster a collaborative environment that encourages creativity, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to doing right by our customers and colleagues. Our goal is to create a better way to work—one rooted in integrity, innovation, and impact. We strive to be the nation's leading and most trusted source for consumer purchasing of health insurance, ancillary products, and related options through our proprietary marketplace, which features plans from over 200 health insurance carriers nationwide. At eHealth, we believe that by empowering consumers with the right information and tools, we can make healthcare more accessible and affordable. Our vision is to be recognized as the most reliable and comprehensive health insurance platform, helping millions of Americans find coverage that fits their unique needs and budgets. Join us and be part of a mission-driven organization committed to making a meaningful difference in people's lives through innovative technology and exceptional service. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Software Engineer – Full Stack to lead the design and development of next-generation health insurance eCommerce solutions. This pivotal role involves technical leadership, hands-on development, and strategic planning to build scalable, secure, and high-performance applications that serve millions of users. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating impactful software, possess deep expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks, and demonstrate a strong ability to mentor and collaborate across teams. In this role, you will work across the full technology stack—both frontend and backend—driving architectural decisions, implementing innovative features, and ensuring optimal system performance. You will collaborate closely with product managers, UX designers, data teams, and other stakeholders to deliver solutions that enhance user experience and business outcomes. Your leadership will be instrumental in adopting emerging AI tools and practices to improve developer productivity and system intelligence, aligning with our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence the technical direction of our platform, champion best practices, and contribute to a mission that positively impacts millions of lives. You will be expected to lead by example, promote high-quality code, and foster a culture of excellence and innovation within the engineering team. Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of comprehensive software engineering experience with significant full-stack contributions
• Proficiency in JavaScript, ES6+, Node.js, and modern frontend frameworks such as React, Vue.js, or Next.js
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful and GraphQL APIs at scale
• Solid understanding of backend frameworks, microservices architecture, and cloud environments like AWS
• Hands-on experience with HTML5, CSS3, flexbox, grid, and mobile-first responsive design principles
• Deep knowledge of web performance optimization strategies and core metrics (LCP, CLS)
• Strong database skills with MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB
• Experience with integrating third-party services, APIs, and platforms
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Effective communication and team collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable, secure, and high-performance full-stack web applications
• Drive the adoption of emerging AI tools and practices to enhance developer productivity and system intelligence
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that improve user experience and business outcomes
• Guide the integration of third-party services, APIs, and platforms, including GraphQL, CMS systems, and analytics tools
• Mentor engineers, enforce high code quality standards, and participate in code reviews and architecture discussions
• Partner with Product and UX teams to evaluate the technical feasibility of upcoming features and experiments
• Implement SEO and accessibility best practices to ensure reach and inclusivity
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks related to page speed, server responsiveness, and database performance
• Lead technical planning, roadmap discussions, and scope complex features and systems
• Champion responsible and strategic use of AI tools, setting guidelines for team adoption
• Demonstrate company values through behavior, practices, and decision-making

Benefits

• Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance starting from your first day of employment
• 401K plan with company matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement programs to support continuous learning
• Employee stock purchase program
• 12 paid holidays annually, with flexible time off (PTO for non-exempt employees)
• Remote work opportunities or access to innovation hubs
• Professional development resources and a collaborative work environment

Equal Opportunity eHealth is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.