Lead Developer with Python + Next.js

Advocara | Tech for Social Impact | Equity + Salary

Advocara is a mission-driven startup helping people reduce and fight unfair medical bills in the US. This is a very large problem and market opportunity. We combine AI, LLMs, and automation to empower consumers in navigating a complex healthcare system.

We have a top-10% team and culture, and seek similar great people to be a foundation for Advocara as we grow.

We’re looking for a Developer to help architect and build our core platform at a senior or lead level. You’ll work in Python and Next.js , deploy to AWS , use and extend on our observability stack. Write clean, testable, and well-designed code. This is a role for a strong, productive engineer —someone who can move fast with thoughtfulness, contribute architectural insight, and execute at a high level.

This is a full-time remote position, with a preference for candidates in India who can work with substantial overlap to US Eastern Time hours.

What you’ll do

Design and implement key features across frontend and backend

Support DevOps, deployment or production as needed

Work closely with a small, committed team

Use AI in innovative ways to make an impact for millions of people

Contribute to the startup in other capacities that match your skills or interest

Required skills

Strong software design ability, collaborative

Fast, focused, and eager to take ownership

Knowledge of Python and Next.js

AWS knowledge

Write modular, maintainable , well- tested code

Thrive in early-stage environments with high responsibility

Nice-to-have skills (not required)

Experience working with AI / LLM tools , prompt engineering, RAG, frameworks

Exposure to US healthcare systems , especially insurance claims, billing, or EHRs

Experience building consumer-facing products

Familiar with cloud platforms, particularly AWS

Demonstrated history of innovation, rapid growth, or standout contributions — through promotions, original projects, academic excellence or similar

Compensation and Benefits

Moderate base salary + high bonus plan + substantial equity - commensurate to experience

We are committed to the growth and learning of our team. You will have opportunities to grow and be mentored.

Location and Details

Remote , with preference for India-based candidates

About Advocara (see our free offering page at : www.advocara.org)

Founded by a seasoned team with leaders from healthcare.gov, commercial insurance, and AI executive experience

Robust business model with good traction

MVP is live and solving real problems

Strong early partnerships

Submit a resume

We are an early, small team, with strong values, offering a chance to shape something impactful. If this appeals to you, and you meet the qualifications above, please send your resume and a note with more information about your work and why you will be a great fit for this role.