PolicyMe · 11 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer (Remote)
PolicyMe is a leading digital insurance solution in Canada, focused on modernizing the insurance industry. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and development of full stack features for their AI-powered web application, contributing to both front end and back end initiatives while ensuring best practices in cloud architecture and mentoring junior engineers.
FinanceInsuranceInsurTechLife Insurance
Responsibilities
Leading the design and development of full stack features for our AI-powered web application using Python, React, Redux, PostgreSQL, and AWS
Defining the technical vision and architectural principles for AI/ML systems
Driving innovation by researching and prototyping cutting-edge AI technologies
Ensuring security, scalability, and observability best practices across cloud architecture
Work within a cross-functional environment partnering closely with product, design, and business teams to communicate technical designs/strategies
Serve as a role model for engineering standards and bring consistency across systems and processes while mentoring junior and intermediate engineers
Help drive sound technical decision-making across ambiguous, system-spanning problems
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in fullstack web development and production AI/ML systems
Deep expertise in AI/ML domains like NLP, computer vision, recommendation engines etc
Proficiency with cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, microservices
Proven ability to architect and lead end-to-end AI projects, including security best practices
Exceptional technical communication and knowledge sharing abilities
Track record of managing ambiguity and delivering innovative solutions
An appreciation for fast-paced startup environments and experience building foundational systems
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
Benefits
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
Competitive bonus program and opportunity for equity
Company
PolicyMe
PolicyMe is a life insurance company.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$43.31M2025-04-16Debt Financing
2025-04-16Corporate Round· $21.51M
2022-09-20Series A· $13.47M
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