Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer

📋 Description

• • The Zebra is at the forefront of revolutionizing how connected consumers research and shop for insurance, and we're seeking a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer to join our dynamic and growing Applied AI team. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a company recognized as a Best Place to Work in Austin for four consecutive years, where diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but core tenets of our culture, encapsulated by our motto, "All Stripes Welcome." We are committed to building diverse teams that foster an inclusive environment for everyone, valuing both traditional and non-conventional backgrounds and perspectives.
• • As a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer on the Applied AI team, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our technological capabilities. You'll be working with a broad spectrum of cutting-edge technologies, including frontend and backend web development, sophisticated data pipelines, and the exciting application of Large Language Models (LLMs) for both internal tools and consumer-facing applications. This role demands a versatile engineer who can seamlessly transition between rapid prototyping of experimental projects and the development of robust, scalable, long-term solutions.
• • Your responsibilities will encompass the entire software development lifecycle. You will be instrumental in taking projects from initial specification to conceptualization and bringing them to life with solutions that are not only high-quality but also creative, simple, and sophisticated. This involves a deep engagement with our core comparison product and other innovative offerings, utilizing modern technologies such as Python, Django, FastAPI, GraphQL, and ReactJS.
• • You will be tasked with delivering focused, maintainable, and high-performance code across various facets of our business. This includes enhancing existing cloud-hosted microservices with new functionalities and architecting and building new features that will drive our expansion into new insurance lines. Your work will directly impact our growth and our ability to serve a wider range of customer needs.
• • Collaboration is key to our success. You will work closely with a talented team of engineers, designers, and engineering leadership. Together, you will rapidly build, iterate, test, and deploy new features and products, ensuring the maintenance of a high-quality and robust codebase. Your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate seamlessly will be crucial in this fast-paced environment.
• • Beyond feature development, you will contribute to the continuous improvement and scaling of our existing products and tools, ensuring they can effectively support our ongoing growth. This includes identifying and implementing optimizations, refactoring code, and enhancing system architecture to meet increasing demands.
• • As a Senior Engineer, you are expected to act as a technical leader within the team. This involves not only contributing your expertise but also mentoring and growing other engineers through your example, code reviews, and knowledge sharing. You will be a go-to resource for technical guidance and problem-solving.
• • We are looking for individuals who possess a strong sense of ownership over their work, exhibit excellent communication and collaboration skills, and are dedicated to continuous improvement. You should be comfortable working with a diverse set of technologies and be eager to learn and adapt to new tools and methodologies as they emerge.
• • The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering quality code in a timely manner, understanding the balance between achieving a "good enough" solution and striving for flawless perfection. You will be adept at navigating the complexities of web development and contributing to projects that have a tangible impact on our users and our business.
• • While we are open to remote work across the contingent US, please note that we are not currently supporting work based out of California, Massachusetts, New York, or New Jersey. We have embraced a flexible hybrid model, supporting fully remote, in-office, and hybrid arrangements to accommodate the diverse needs of our employees.