Senior Software Developer (Remote First) at Zensurance

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

InsurTech, InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

University degree or college diploma in a recognized technical, vocational, or academic program (preferably in Engineering or Computer Science) or equivalent work experience
5+ years building rich, complex web applications
Experience architecting and augmenting large software systems
Extensive fullstack experience with Nodejs/AWS/Reactjs and the TypeScript ecosystem
Experience with microservices and microfrontends
Experience with MongoDB (an asset)
Experience working with back-end development using NestJS
Experience working with TypeORM
Experience working with PostgreSQL
Understanding of web security best practices and data protection
Knowledge of containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes
A passion for clean, reusable, and well-structured code
Ability to communicate efficiently
Ability to mentor, coach, and work with others collaboratively
A commitment to [incomplete in JD]

Responsibilities

Take ownership of the development of custom features and drive their technical implementation
Act as the Subject Matter Expert for the team’s domain and drive its technical direction
Suggest, design, implement, test and monitor features and functionalities
Facilitate cross-team collaboration in accordance with established best practices and Agile methodology
Evangelize proper software architecture and development paradigms
Collaborate with project stakeholders and the development team to design and build scalable, user-friendly systems for our customers, and in-house tooling
Discuss strategy and outline tradeoffs of potential software solutions
Develop, test, and maintain codebase within the team’s domain
Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code
Contribute to knowledge sharing of new technologies and solutions which fall within the team’s area of expertise
Offer guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate team members
Develop and maintain documentation for new and existing features and integrations
Develop an understanding of company goals
Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Node.jsTypeScript

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position?

This is a remote-first role within the GTA.

What technologies will I be working with?

You will use Nodejs and Typescript to build software for data collection, rating, and pricing engines.

What does the company culture emphasize?

Zensurance values ownership, collaboration, and innovation, with a team that thrives on solving complex challenges and making a real impact.

What salary or compensation is offered?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this role?

Senior-level experience with ownership of features, technical leadership, mentorship, and expertise in Nodejs/Typescript, along with Agile practices, will make you a strong candidate.

Zensurance

Simplifies commercial insurance for small businesses

About Zensurance

Zensurance simplifies the process of obtaining commercial insurance for small businesses in Canada. Acting as a brokerage, it connects small business owners with various insurance providers to offer products like liability insurance, cyber liability insurance, and commercial auto insurance. By utilizing advanced technology, Zensurance reduces operational costs, allowing them to provide competitive rates and a streamlined purchasing experience. Unlike many competitors, Zensurance offers 24/7 support through a dedicated claims team, ensuring clients receive assistance whenever needed. The company's goal is to empower small businesses by making insurance accessible and affordable, while also providing educational resources to help owners understand their insurance needs.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$13.2MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Hybrid Work Options

Comprehensive and Flexible Health and Dental Plans

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Parental Leave

Home Office Stipend

Risks

Increased competition from InsurTech startups may erode market share.

Rising customer expectations require continuous innovation in technology and services.

Potential regulatory changes in Canada could impact operations and compliance costs.

Differentiation

Zensurance simplifies insurance for small businesses with a tech-driven approach.

They offer curated insurance packages tailored to specific industry needs.

Zensurance provides 24/7 claims support, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Upsides

AI-driven underwriting enhances personalized insurance offerings for small businesses.

Embedded insurance trends offer new distribution channels for Zensurance.

Growing demand for cybersecurity insurance aligns with Zensurance's product expansion.

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