Software Engineer Ii (Remote)

Scope

In this role, you’ll be a key part of our software development efforts, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, design, and deploy cutting-edge solutions. From crafting new internal applications to optimizing existing platforms, your expertise will be instrumental in driving our technological evolution. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, and possesses experience in software design and development. Proficiency in backend web development, including API creation and integration, is essential. Moreover, your ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies will be key to staying ahead of the curve.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications using the latest technologies and frameworks
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Write high-quality, well-tested, and maintainable code
• Research new technology and recommend and implement new ways of solving business and technology problems
• Take high level business problems and suggest and implement technology solutions to solving those problems (sometimes with code, sometimes with off-the-shelf technology, often with a combination of both)
• Debug and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Continuously improve software quality by identifying and addressing technical debt and code smells
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, tools, and techniques in software engineering
• Deliver solutions iteratively to provide users with continuous improvements

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in software engineering

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality software solutions
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages and multiple web development frameworks
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, agile development, and software testing practices
• Experience with distributed systems, microservices, and cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Prior experience in insurance and insurance technology is strongly preferred
• Prior experience in startups or high-growth companies is strongly preferred

Now is the time to join Brightway. You can make your mark here. Contribute to our momentum by helping build our next gen tech ecosystem to help power our agency owners’ success. Our culture is driven by our core values, appetite to grow and excitement to collaborate and see our hard work pay off.

Team members at Brightway enjoy:

• Competitive salaries (based on research)
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Life/Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company-match
• Tuition reimbursement (regardless of course of study)
• Recognition for living our core values

Help us be the brighter way to do insurance!