Software Engineer (Remote) at PolicyMe

Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong full-stack development skills with the ability to work across backend and frontend using Python, React, Redux, PostgreSQL, and AWS
  • Hands-on experience integrating and deploying AI/ML technology into production environments
  • Solid understanding of AI/ML concepts and how to incorporate them to provide value to customers
  • Ability to design modular, testable, and scalable backend architectures
  • Comfortable learning new frameworks, libraries, and tools quickly
  • Expertise in building observability and monitoring for cloud-native applications
  • Intellectual curiosity to continuously learn and upskill in emerging AI technologies
  • Proven track record of proactive communication with the ability to adapt technical explanations to different audiences
  • Self-starter with a career-driven mindset who thrives in an environment with autonomy and accountability
  • Collaborative team player with low ego who is open to feedback and eager to help others
  • Detail-oriented approach to problem-solving, especially in complex domains

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop full stack features for our AI-powered web application using Python, React, Redux, PostgreSQL, and AWS
  • Integrate AI models and APIs for tasks like document processing, data extraction, recommendation engines etc
  • Work closely with Sr. Engineers experienced in AI to seamlessly integrate models into production
  • Research and prototype new AI applications to continuously enhance our product capabilities
  • Construct scalable, secure, and observable cloud architectures for our core AI services
  • Implement robust data pipelines to fuel AI model training and inference
  • Craft seamless user experiences that surface AI-powered functionality
  • Participate in architecture planning, code reviews, and ideation sessions
  • Take ownership of feature development end-to-end (once ramped up), coordinating with QA and other teams
  • Engage in cross-team communication to help unblock dependencies and improve release flow
  • Share ideas during quarterly planning to help shape what we build next
  • Participate in company-wide initiatives such as hackathons, engineering guilds, and AI tooling experiments

Skills

Python
React
Redux
PostgreSQL
AWS
n8n
LangChain
LangGraph
AI
Machine Learning
Data Pipelines

PolicyMe

Online platform for affordable life insurance

About PolicyMe

PolicyMe simplifies life insurance for Canadians by offering affordable coverage options, including critical illness insurance, through an easy-to-use online platform. Customers can access straightforward advice and apply for policies digitally, which helps reduce costs and allows the company to offer lower premiums. Unlike traditional insurance providers, PolicyMe operates with a digital-first approach, minimizing overhead expenses and passing the savings on to clients. The company is backed by reputable partners, enhancing its credibility and financial stability. PolicyMe aims to ensure transparency and customer satisfaction, handling claims with care and using customer feedback to improve services. Additionally, the company fosters a positive work environment through team-building events, even while operating remotely.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$20.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Stock Options
Remote Work Options
Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from other insurtech startups may erode PolicyMe's market share.
Rapid technological advancements require continuous investment in platform upgrades.
Potential regulatory changes in Canada could increase compliance costs for PolicyMe.

Differentiation

PolicyMe offers the most competitive life insurance pricing in Canada.
The company provides a fully-underwritten term life policy without unnecessary features.
PolicyMe's digital-first approach reduces overhead, offering lower premiums to customers.

Upsides

PolicyMe raised $18 million in Series A funding, boosting its market position.
The launch of Critical Illness Insurance covers 44 conditions, more than average insurers.
Increased demand for digital insurance aligns with PolicyMe's online platform strategy.

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