Senior Back-End Engineer

Summary

Join AKKO, a rapidly growing insurtech company, as a Senior Back-End Engineer. Leveraging technology to make protecting people’s tech easier and more affordable, AKKO is seeking a skilled engineer with expertise in Python, Flask, and PostgreSQL. You will design, develop, and maintain back-end systems, collaborating with front-end developers and product managers. This role requires strong technical skills, creativity, and a commitment to testing. You will contribute to strategic planning and utilize AI and machine learning tools. The position is a full-time contract, open to international applicants, and requires availability during 9:00 am-5:00 pm EST.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in back end development (preferably with startup experience)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with a strong portfolio of projects demonstrating expertise in the following technologies
• Python/Flask
• PostgreSQL and Google Datastore
• Postman and Pytest
• Strong experience with relational databases and data modeling
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design
• Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced environments
• Passion for engineering and doing quality work
• Experience working on a scrum team and understanding agile methodologies of software development

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and performant web applications
• Act as a strong architectural contributor by partnering with tech leads to help shape the core platform design
• Lead implementation of key product features
• Collaborate with front end developers to integrate user-facing elements with back end APIs
• Contribute to the strategic planning and direction of our technology and product development
• Leverage AI and machine learning tools to enhance claims automation, fraud detection, and predictive analytics, improving operational efficiency and customer experience
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code ensuring high code quality through best practices
• Ensure high standards for security, reliability, and maintainability
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team
• Identify and address technical challenges by proposing innovative solutions to optimize application performance and usability
• Stay up to date on industry trends and technologies to ensure our applications remain at the forefront of innovation

Preferred Qualifications

• Vue.js
• React/ React Native
• JavaScript / TypeScript
• Kubernetes