[Remote] Backend Software Engineer II (Python) at Bestow

United States

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$120,000 – $135,000Compensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Insurance TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have at least 2 years of professional backend software development experience, with a preference for Python or Java. Experience with Docker for local development, modern scalable system architectures, relational databases like PostgreSQL, and API design tools such as Protocol Buffers or Swagger is required. Cloud computing and Kubernetes experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop web services using Python and PostgreSQL, alongside Java and Drools Rule Language. Build new platform capabilities to scale with the business. Collaborate with product managers, underwriters, and external partners to develop and support digital life insurance enrollment experiences. Plan and execute the product roadmap, integrating with other services using gRPC, REST, and async messaging patterns. Share responsibility for operating workloads on Kubernetes in Google Cloud Platform.

Skills

Python

PostgreSQL

Java

Drools Rule Language

gRPC

REST

async messaging

Kubernetes

Google Cloud Platform

web services

Bestow

Digital platform for life insurance solutions

About Bestow

Bestow offers a digital platform for purchasing life insurance, focusing on making the process quick and easy for individuals. Their technology streamlines the application process using advanced underwriting methods, allowing customers to receive instant decisions on their coverage. Bestow's software manages the entire insurance lifecycle, which helps reduce costs and enables the rapid launch of new insurance products. Additionally, the company utilizes data solutions to enhance customer data for better marketing strategies and audience targeting. Unlike traditional insurance providers, Bestow emphasizes a user-friendly experience and affordability, with coverage starting at $11 per month. Their goal is to provide accessible life insurance while maintaining high customer satisfaction, as evidenced by their excellent ratings and A+ Better Business Bureau score.

Dallas, TexasHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$133.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, FintechIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity

Annual bonus based on company and individual performance

Flexible PTO plan

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Annual lifestyle spending account

Flexible work-from-home policy

Learning & development opportunities

Risks

Departure of key compliance officer may affect regulatory risk management.

Pending Sammons acquisition could alter Bestow's strategic direction.

Recent layoffs and low website traffic indicate potential customer engagement challenges.

Differentiation

Bestow offers a digital platform simplifying life insurance purchase processes.

The company uses advanced underwriting technology for quick insurance application decisions.

Bestow's data-driven approach optimizes marketing and audience segmentation.

Upsides

Growing demand for digital insurance solutions boosts Bestow's market potential.

Partnership with Transamerica enhances Bestow's market reach and credibility.

InsurTech investments provide growth opportunities for Bestow's technology-driven solutions.

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