Overview of the role:
Join us at PolicyMe! We're modernizing insurance and we'd like your help. The Canadian insurance landscape has remained largely unchanged for decades and we are in the process of changing that. We're a remote-first, Toronto-based startup with big ambitions.
As a Senior Software Engineer (Fullstack) on our Platform & Partnerships team, you’ll work on building, architecting, and scaling core infrastructure and partner-facing experiences. You’ll be at the intersection of internal product evolution and external B2B integrations, helping us scale our platform in a way that’s both robust and flexible. Your work will directly impact our ability to onboard new partners and improve the reliability of our systems across product lines.
Get a behind the scenes look at what it's like to be a member of our Engineering team!
Our stack: React, Redux, Python, Webpack, Gatsby, Node.js, PostgreSQL, AWS
Reports To: Software Engineer Manager
What you'll be doing:
- Build end-to-end experiences that support scalable onboarding of new partners and internal platform services (e.g., authentication, payments, social sign-on)
- Work within a cross-functional environment partnering closely with product, design, and business teams
- Serve as a role model for engineering standards and bring consistency across systems and processes
- Help drive sound technical decision-making across ambiguous, system-spanning problems
- Ensure our platform is secure, reliable, configurable, and extensible for long-term growth
- Mentor junior developers and support team-wide technical quality through code reviews and design collaboration
What we are looking for:
- A strong technical background with 5+ years of experience in fullstack web development, with backend-heavy responsibilities
- Experience working in UNIX/Linux environments
- An appreciation for fast-paced startup environments and experience building foundational systems
- Comfortable contributing to both frontend and backend systems, with a strong focus on scalable, modular backend services
- Demonstrated ability to take ambiguous technical challenges and drive them to resolution with cross-functional teams
- Strong development skills in React, Python, and Node, or equivalent technologies with the ability to ramp up quickly
Why join us:
- Generous PTO - 20 vacation days
- Access to stock options and a comprehensive benefits plan
- A remote-first team with company paid, in-person socials and the option to work from our Toronto-based office
- Resources to help your professional development, including an L&D budget, performance reviews twice a year and ongoing feedback to ensure you reach your highest potential
- Work with an empathetic, high-performing team in a flexible, results-oriented environment
About PolicyMe:
PolicyMe is a Venture-Backed InsurTech startup on a mission to put families first, protecting them with the honest and uncomplicated life insurance they deserve. Through technology, PolicyMe is streamlining the traditional insurance process, removing barriers and inefficiencies to deliver a fully-underwritten life insurance policy that families deserve but with fewer steps and lower costs. PolicyMe makes it easy to get a quote and apply for term life insurance online in 20 minutes or less. Since our launch in 2018, we have grown exponentially, selling over $1 billion in life insurance coverage to Canadians.
PolicyMe was also most recently voted as one of Canada's 50 Most Impactful Companies of 2021, and has been mentioned in BetaKit, National Post, the Global & Mail, Global News and more. If you're interested in being considered for this opportunity, please submit a resume.
Commitment to Equal Opportunity:
PolicyMe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accessibility Statement:
PolicyMe is dedicated to ensuring an accessible experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know in the "Additional Information" section of the job application. We are committed to working with you to provide support and make reasonable adjustments throughout the process.