Junior Software Engineer

Insurtech transforming insurance pricing and reserving with transparent Machine Learning since 2016
Backend
Entry-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Finance

Description For Junior Software Engineer

Akur8 is a dynamic Insurtech company revolutionizing insurance pricing and reserving through transparent Machine Learning since 2016. The company has developed a SaaS platform that enables insurance companies to model risks 10 times faster than traditional methods, with enhanced predictive power. With a presence across 4 continents and offices in major cities including Paris, London, New York, and Montreal, Akur8 serves over 250+ clients globally.

As a Junior Software Engineer, you'll join their Engineering team, which is central to developing cutting-edge insurance pricing software. The role offers an opportunity to work on a complex data-processing solution, requiring both technical expertise and a client-first approach. You'll be working with a modern tech stack including Java 21 (Spring), Python, AWS, PostgreSQL, and Angular 18+.

The position demands a Master's degree in Software Engineering and fluent English skills. You'll be part of a diverse team of 35 nationalities, working in a hybrid environment from the Montreal office. The role involves full-stack development, collaboration with product managers and designers, and implementation of best practices in software development.

Akur8 offers comprehensive benefits including competitive salary with bonus, complete health coverage, retirement plans, and various lifestyle perks. The company has received notable recognition, including placement in CB Insights Top 50 World Insurtech Companies 2023 and ranking as 3rd best overall in the CodinGame 2022 Software Engineering Fall Challenge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level software engineer looking to make an impact in the insurtech industry while working with cutting-edge technologies and a global team.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Junior Software Engineer

  • Collaborate with the team to design, develop, and enhance a new module for our platform
  • Work closely with product managers and designers to refine features and user flows
  • Apply best practices in software development, including CI/CD and testing
  • Participate in team discussions to ensure alignment on technical implementation
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code

Requirements For Junior Software Engineer

Java
Python
PostgreSQL
Redis
TypeScript
  • Master degree in Software Engineering
  • Fluent level of spoken English
  • Must possess Canadian nationality or a working visa
  • Experience with backend development (Java and Spring Boot preferred)
  • Experience with frontend development (TypeScript and Angular preferred)
  • Familiarity with modern software development best practices
  • Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms
  • Interest in or exposure to Machine Learning

Benefits For Junior Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Commuter Benefits
Education Budget
  • Competitive salary + annual bonus
  • Health insurance, Dental and Vision coverage
  • Retirement Savings Plans
  • Generous vacation policy
  • Commuter benefit
  • Gym membership via ClassPass
  • IT equipment allowance
  • Professional development & trainings
  • Regular company gatherings and team events
  • Fun goodies

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