Senior Python Developer

Employment Type: Full-Time Location Type: Remote Salary: Not Specified (Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed above.) Equity: May be part of the total compensation package.

Position Overview

Roots is seeking a motivated Senior Python Developer to join our growing team and help shape the future of how businesses leverage AI for speed, accuracy, and scale. We’re building cutting-edge infrastructure that powers real-time document processing, custom model deployment, and multimodal intelligence, bringing AI from research to production in one of the world’s most critical and fast-moving markets. Our platform automates complex insurance workflows with 98%+ accuracy and speed, helping carriers and brokers go from months to value in just weeks.

About the Team

The Automation Engineering - Customer Delivery team is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying innovative automation solutions that enhance operational efficiency across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine automation solutions primarily through direct Python development, while also leveraging internal platforms and complementary tools when appropriate.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including AI/ML experts, to create robust, efficient automation solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing systems.
• Design and build advanced automations and reusable components that serve as the backbone for our as-a-service offerings to clients.
• Engage directly with clients, understanding their business processes, and tailoring solutions to meet their unique needs.
• Continuously learn and apply new technologies, including the latest in AI / LLM / GPT technology.
• Mentor junior developers, fostering an environment of growth and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Python.
• Excellent communication skills with business stakeholders, including the ability to translate business requirements into robust automation solutions.
• Experience leveraging Cloud Frameworks, with a preference for Azure.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent communication skills, with fluency in English.
• Experience in a start-up environment is preferred.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering large-scale projects in an Agile or Scrum-based methodology, on time and within budget.

Company Information

Roots is building agentic AI to transform insurance. We’re trusted by 3 of the Top 5 P&C insurance carriers and 3 of the Top 10 brokers, and we’ve built InsurGPT™, the most advanced Generative AI model trained on proprietary, insurance-specific data. It reads, reasons, and infers like a human, with purpose-built models tuned for real-world performance and precision. Roots has raised $44M from top-tier investors including Harbert Growth Partners, MissionOG, and Liberty Mutual Strategic Ventures. We’re growing fast, tackling massive industry challenges, and shaping the future of AI in one of the world’s largest markets. Join a world-class team building multimodal AI systems, shipping production-grade models, and redefining what’s possible through collaboration, speed, and curiosity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Roots Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Roots Automation is a progressive and open-minded workplace where we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. If you are smart, passionate and good at what you do, come as you are.

Roots Automation is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application process and employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact us for more information.