Senior Software Engineer - Fullstack (Remote, United States)

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Not specified
• The Zebra is revolutionizing how consumers research and shop for insurance. We intentionally strive to build diverse teams that feel inclusive for all. Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome," and we put that into practice by valuing both traditional and non-conventional backgrounds and perspectives. Our Zeebs are passionate about learning, growing, & working together to tackle exciting problems. We’re seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer with strong frontend experience to join our Top Gun squad, reporting to our Engineering Manager. This team drives key initiatives across the user experience, from expanding our insurance comparison tools to integrating with carrier partners and optimizing our customer journey. You’ll work across the stack, with an emphasis on building clean, scalable frontend experiences. Projects range from rapid prototypes to long-term, sustainable systems. You’ll collaborate closely with product, design, and engineering peers to bring impactful features to life, owning work from concept to launch. As a senior team member, you’ll also help shape technical direction and mentor others, contributing to a culture of quality and innovation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Expertise in both backend and frontend development. (Frontend preferred for this role)
• Strong proficiency in technologies such as:
  • Frontend: Javascript, React, TypeScript, HTML/CSS
  • Backend: Python, Ruby, Java, or similar
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
  • Cloud & DevOps: AWS, GCP, Docker, CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, CircleCI)

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable full-stack applications and services within The Zebra.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and deliver new features.
• Develop clean, reusable, testable code across backend and frontend codebases.
• Drive technical design and architecture discussions.
• Participate in code reviews and provide technical mentorship to other engineers.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot production issues, and continuously improve the codebase and processes.
• Contribute to planning and prioritization, helping the team deliver predictably and effectively.
• Act as a technical leader for the team and grow other engineers through example and mentorship.

Application Instructions

• Please note - At this time we are not able to hire in California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York.

Company Information

• The Zebra is revolutionizing how consumers research and shop for insurance.
• We value diversity and inclusion.
• Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome."