Software Engineer II - Fullstack (Remote, United States)

Position Overview

• Company: The Zebra
• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Not specified
• Team: Top Gun squad
• Reporting To: Engineering Manager

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 are seeking a Software Engineer II with strong backend experience to join our Top Gun squad. 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.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Backend Expertise: Expertise in both backend and frontend development (preferred more backend for this role).
• Backend Technologies: Working proficiency in technologies such as:
  • Languages: Python, Ruby, Java, or similar
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
  • Cloud & DevOps: AWS, GCP, Docker, CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, CircleCI)
• API Design & Integration: Experience designing APIs and integrating with external systems.
• Security & Performance: Familiarity with secure coding practices, performance optimization, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Application Development: Design, build, and maintain scalable full-stack applications and services within The Zebra.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and deliver new features.
• Code Development: Develop clean, reusable, testable code across backend and frontend codebases.
• Technical Leadership: Drive technical design and architecture discussions.
• Code Review & Mentorship: Participate in code reviews and provide technical mentorship to other engineers.
• Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Monitor performance, troubleshoot production issues, and continuously improve the codebase and processes.
• Planning & Prioritization: Contribute to planning and prioritization, helping the team deliver predictably and effectively.
• Ownership & Initiative: Take initiative in driving projects forward.

Company Information

• Company: The Zebra
• Mission: Revolutionizing how consumers research and shop for insurance.
• Culture: Values diversity, inclusivity, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

Application Instructions

• Hiring Locations: The Zebra is not able to hire in California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York at this time.