Software Engineering Manager / Technical Lead
SelfbookSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Insurtech, TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor/Masters degree in Computer Science or Engineering
- At least 5 years of software engineering experience
- At least 2 years in leading and scaling high-performing engineering teams
- Proven experience in people management
- Strong technical leadership in a modern microservices environment
- Exposure to Next.js and Nest.js
- Background in architecting highly reliable systems
- Strong technical background in building and maintaining complex, scalable systems
- Hands-on experience with Next.js, Nest.js, TypeScript (significant plus)
- Experience with modern software development practices including CI/CD pipelines, test automation, code quality tools
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code, cloud platforms (AWS/GCP), managing workloads in Kubernetes
Responsibilities
- Drive the successful delivery of the product roadmap in "How we service our merchant partners" problem space, meeting key OKRs and milestones
- Own the technical vision and roadmap for delivering the Partner Portal, architecting a scalable and secure enterprise-grade system using Next.js and Nest.js
- Design and develop a modular platform that enables internal teams to build and deploy partner-facing features independently and rapidly
- Establish and enforce high standards for engineering and operational excellence, ensuring the platform meets high reliability targets
- Lead a team of engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, high performance and continuous growth in line with Cover Genius values
- Collaborate closely with product managers, designers and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions that deliver exceptional partner experiences
- Mentor and grow a team of talented engineers
- Guide technical strategy and execute ambitious product roadmap
- Foster a culture of innovation, ownership and operational excellence
- Regular collaboration with internal product, engineering and partner-facing teams
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for the Engineering Manager position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this Engineering Manager role remote or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What skills and experience are required for this Engineering Manager role?
The role requires proven experience in people management, strong technical leadership in a modern microservices environment ideally with exposure to Next.js and Nest.js, and a background in architecting highly reliable systems.
What is the company culture like at Cover Genius?
Cover Genius has a diverse team across 20+ countries committed to diverse cultural programs like “CG Gives” which funds development initiatives, with people described as Bold, Authentic, Purposeful and Inspired, not Perfect, Traditional, Complacent or Cautious.
What makes a strong candidate for the Engineering Manager position?
Strong candidates will have experience in people management, technical leadership with Next.js and Nest.js in microservices, architecting reliable systems, and the ability to mentor engineers while fostering innovation, ownership, and operational excellence.
Cover Genius
Embedded insurance solutions for digital platforms
About Cover Genius
Cover Genius specializes in providing embedded insurance solutions for digital platforms around the world. The company collaborates with major digital companies like Booking Holdings and Ryanair, and its services are available on popular e-commerce sites such as Amazon and eBay. Cover Genius simplifies the integration of insurance products into the purchasing process through a single API, making it easier for its partners to offer insurance at the point of sale. This approach allows customers to access tailored insurance options, including travel protection and extended warranties, without any hassle. Unlike many competitors, Cover Genius focuses on embedding insurance directly into the user experience, which enhances customer satisfaction and streamlines the buying process. The goal of Cover Genius is to provide comprehensive and customized insurance solutions that not only meet the needs of end-users but also support the growth of its partners' businesses.
New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$235.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Flexible working conditions
Employee stock options
Ongoing learning
Paid parental leave
Wellness initiatives
#WFH when you want
Peer bonuses and founder awards program
International working opportunities
GC Gives giveback program, led by the team
Risks
Competition from Smartpay and Chubb in Asia may hinder expansion efforts.
AutoRek and J.P. Morgan Payments partnership could offer competitive advantages to rivals.
Nezasa and Globespan's personalized travel experiences may reduce demand for travel protection.
Differentiation
Cover Genius offers seamless integration through a single API for global platforms.
The company partners with major digital companies like Booking Holdings and Amazon.
Cover Genius provides tailored insurance products, enhancing customer satisfaction and partner growth.
Upsides
Increased demand for embedded insurance in e-commerce boosts Cover Genius's integration opportunities.
Partnership with Adyen enhances payment experiences, leading to higher conversion rates.
$80M Series E funding indicates strong investor confidence and growth potential.
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