Aescape is a New York-based physical AI and robotics company redefining human recovery through intelligent, precision bodywork, elevating it into a consistent, outcomes-driven practice.
Powered by real-time body mapping, advanced robotics, and proprietary software, Aescape delivers deeply personalized bodywork that continuously adapts to the individual. This creates a superior way for members to move with greater ease, recover more efficiently, and optimize how they feel every single day.
Aescape is building a defining brand for recovery, shifting behavior from a sporadic experience into a progressive, measurable routine, unlocking compounding benefits that build lasting resilience and laying the groundwork for an entirely new category of proactive human health and performance.
Aescape powers recovery across leading fitness, hospitality, and wellness environments, including Equinox, Life Time, Marriott, Hilton, Four Seasons, Pause Studios, and Remedy Place, and is backed by Valor Equity Partners, BroadLight Capital, and Mecha Ventures.
Aescape is looking for a Senior or Staff level Backend Engineer that will work directly with a stellar team to help build core software components that enable the team to quickly build and deploy complex software. You will have the opportunity to proactively solve unique problems and build software and systems that act as force multipliers for our development teams. This is an amazing opportunity for you to own core services architecture and develop your system design capabilities. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
This is a US-based remote role.
Design and implement scalable, robust APIs in Golang that power our main applications
Enforce best practices in coding, testing, and documentation across the team
Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in both development and production environments
Contribute to architectural discussions and strategic planning for our backend ecosystem
Be diligent, curious, and take complete ownership of your code end-to-end with a clear sense of urgency.
Leverage data-driven insights to refine system performance and functionality
Drive data-informed decisions by leveraging analytics to refine system performance
Collaborate closely with Product and Design teams to shape innovative features
Demonstrated workplace proficiency in at least one or more programming languages (e.g., Go, Python, or similar)
Degree in-or experience equivalent to Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering.
Strong understanding of database design and modeling (e.g., PostgreSQL)
Proven track record developing scalable systems and RESTful services
Experience building and maintaining data pipelines and ETL processes
Understanding of automated testing, deployment processes, and tools
Bias toward action - iteratively creating solutions and deploying to production frequently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel to our NYC office a few times a year
Join a trailblazing robotics and AI company building the future of recovery
Medical, vision, and dental insurance covered by us
401k with up to a 4% company match
Flexible paid time off and a generous parental leave policy
Working late? Dinner is on us
Super interesting, challenging-but-tractable technical problems to solve
We’ll grow together—your personal and professional growth are equally important
An environment that empowers individuals, emboldens teams, and rewards achievement
Competitive salary + bonus. The base salary range for the role is $180,000-$220,000 + 10% discretionary bonus
At Aescape, we're on a mission to redefine self-care for a better world, and we're seeking trailblazers to join us on this journey. We're inspired by individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to learn. We value diverse perspectives and resourceful, determined individuals who are committed to making a difference. At Aescape, we empower people to reach their full potential, just as our product empowers better living. If you're ready to innovate, create, and make a meaningful impact, we want you on our team.
YOUR JOURNEY. YOUR AESCAPE.
Skills Required
- Demonstrated workplace proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Go, Python)
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Strong understanding of database design and modeling (e.g., PostgreSQL)
- Proven track record developing scalable systems and RESTful services
- Experience building and maintaining data pipelines and ETL processes
- Understanding of automated testing, deployment processes, and tools
What We Do
Building intelligent massage therapy to help people feel and live better, longer.
