Job Specifications
WeightWatchers is a global digital health company.
We are the #1 doctor-recommended - and most clinically studied - behavioral weight health program in the world. For sixty years, WeightWatchers has helped millions build healthy habits and live happier, healthier lives.
As the science of weight health rapidly evolves, so does WeightWatchers. Today we are developing new clinical pathways for medication access, creating behavioral programs for chronic health conditions, integrating third-party services, and enhancing product personalization.
WeightWatchers has embraced technology, with our mobile app now the primary tool for most members. While we continue to perfect our digital product, we are also designing new in-person experiences. With these diverse member touchpoints, our potential for impact has never been greater.
WW is looking for candidates to help change people's lives. We are a global wellness technology
company inspiring millions of people to adopt healthy habits for real life. We do this through
engaging digital experiences, face-to-face workshops and sustainable programs that encourage
people to move more, shift their mindset and eat healthier while enjoying the foods they love. By
drawing on over five decades of experience and expertise in behavioral science, we build
communities in order to deliver wellness for all.
We are seeking Software Engineers to join our team to deliver innovative consumer focused digital
experiences. You'll be working with a modern tech stack including JavaScript, TypeScript,
PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Neo4j, GraphQL, Kafka and React to name a few. Your work will be
highly visible, and will directly impact millions of highly engaged members.
What To Expect
Work on a cross-functional team to ideate and deliver new features
Offer technical insight to help inform product roadmap
Exercise good judgment and promote best practices
Share your passion for quality and simplicity
Troubleshoot complex systems in a microservices environment
Ship well-tested, reliable and performant code
Qualifications
Computer Science degree and/or equivalent work experience
Extensive knowledge of Node.js, JavaScript and/or TypeScript
Experience utilizing SQL and NoSQL data stores
Experience working on consumer-facing software products
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences
Track record using reliable, maintainable and scalable architectural patterns
Experience with front-end development
Nice to Have
React, HTML5, CSS3
API development, REST, Express, GraphQL
CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Github Actions, Semantic Versioning
Kafka, Kinesis, Pub/Sub, queues, event sourcing
Monitoring, logging, alerting
Code linting, testing frameworks, security concepts
Documentation, Swagger, OpenAPI Spec
Base salary may vary depending on, but not limited to: skills, experience, and location. This role is also eligible for a comprehensive benefits package and annual bonus program.
US Pay Range
$150,000 - $170,000 USD
At WeightWatchers, our mission is to build a worldwide community connected by healthy habits. If that resonates with you, then we would love to talk. WeightWatchers values developing community within our employee population as well. We encourage our employees to come into the office 1-2 days/week.
It is our priority to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed as individuals, as an organization, and as fellow humans, to advocate for and support our employees, our members, and our communities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
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Maryland
Under Maryland law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment, or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a polygraph examination or similar test. An employer who violates this law is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not exceeding $100.
Massachusetts
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
WeightWatchers complies with all applicable Rhode Island Workers' Compensation laws (Chapters 29-38 of the R.I. General Laws). Eligible employees are covered by worker's compensation insurance for work-related injuries or illness.