Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

AI-powered, evidence-based platform for top insurance companies across North America, with engineering offices in New York City, Toronto, and Vancouver.
$160,000 - $200,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
3+ years of experience
AI · Insurance

Description For Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Owl.co is an innovative AI-powered platform serving top insurance companies across North America. With engineering offices strategically located in New York City, Toronto, and Vancouver, we're at the forefront of transforming the insurance industry through advanced technology.

We're seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join our team in our Chelsea office in NYC. This role is crucial in developing and maintaining our backend infrastructure, ensuring our platform remains robust, scalable, and high-performing. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and tackle complex challenges in a fast-paced environment.

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be instrumental in designing and developing scalable services, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing best practices for code quality and deployment. We offer competitive compensation ($160,000 - $200,000) and comprehensive benefits, including full healthcare coverage, 401k matching, generous PTO, and wellness stipends.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of backend development experience, strong knowledge of cloud services and databases, and expertise in API architecture and microservices. If you're passionate about leveraging AI to solve real-world challenges and want to make a meaningful impact in the insurance industry, this role presents an excellent opportunity for professional growth and innovation.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

  • Design, develop, and sustain scalable backend services and APIs
  • Enhance system performance, reliability, and security
  • Work alongside frontend engineers, data scientists, and product teams to create innovative solutions
  • Apply best practices for code quality, testing, and deployment
  • Monitor and resolve production issues, maintaining system stability and uptime
  • Keep up to date with the latest backend technologies and industry developments

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

  • Over 3 years of experience in backend development
  • Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Deep knowledge of database solutions (SQL and NoSQL)
  • Understanding of API architecture, microservices, and event-driven systems
  • Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) processes and DevOps methodologies
  • Strong analytical skills coupled with a proactive approach
  • Outstanding communication and collaboration abilities

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
  • 100% coverage of healthcare premiums for employee and 70% for family (medical, dental & vision)
  • 401k matching
  • 4 weeks of paid time off & 5 additional personal/sick days
  • Monthly wellness stipend for fitness expenses, activities, or professional development
  • Daily team lunches
  • Bi-annual offsites

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