Full - stack Software Engineer

Full-Stack Software Engineer

GovWell is hiring a Full-Stack Software Engineer to help build our core platform that powers faster, more efficient government services. You'll work across the stack — from frontend to backend — to design, build, and ship features that directly improve how governments operate and how residents access services. This role reports directly to our CTO and Co-Founder, Ben Cohen, and offers the opportunity to take ownership of critical product areas in a fast-growing company.

We have a hybrid work culture that combines regular in-person collaboration at our New York City office (3+ days per week) with flexibility to work remotely.

GovWell is building the AI operating system transforming how governments serve communities, starting with local agencies. Founded in 2023, GovWell powers 5,000+ mission-critical processes for agencies in 30+ states serving millions of residents. The company has raised $10M in seed funding from Work-Bench and Bienville Capital, and the team works in person at GovWell HQ in New York City.

What You'll Do

• Build, test, and ship full-stack features across GovWell's platform — from intuitive resident-facing interfaces to scalable backend services that power government workflows.
• Collaborate closely with the teammates to translate customer needs into usable, high-impact product functionality.
• Take ownership of product areas end-to-end, ensuring features are reliable, maintainable, and performant in real-world government environments.
• Contribute to technical design discussions, code reviews, and best practices that strengthen the team's engineering culture and velocity.
• Use customer feedback and product data to iterate quickly, improving both resident experiences and government efficiency.

Who You Are

• 3+ years of full-stack development experience building applications for enterprises and/or consumers. Strong preference for candidates who have worked in high-growth startup environments.

• You are excited about building applications with the latest AI models and leveraging AI to enhance your personal developer workflows.

• You have experience owning large product areas + features end-to-end.

• You have a strong product mindset: you love to ask questions and deeply understand customer problems.

• You'd rather have a challenging adventure than "rest and vest."

• You align closely with our Core Values.

Our Tech Stack

• React
• TypeScript
• Node.js
• GraphQL
• PostgreSQL
• RedwoodJS
• AWS
• OpenAI API

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation within the posted salary band will be commensurate with experience. All offers will include:

• Competitive base salary.
• Equity / stock options.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) program.
• Flexible PTO.