Job Overview
Sr. Software Engineer, Full Stack
THE ROLE:
At Polly, we're changing the way people shop for car insurance through technology. Polly is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Engineering team who has exposure and the eagerness to work in a variety of languages, tools and technologies.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Engineer Polly software in C#, JS, HTML, CSS, and using React libraries
- Ongoing tightly collaborative partnership with product team
- Developing new progressive, mobile-first web applications in React
- Meticulously style professional user interfaces that work on a variety of devices and platforms
- Design, develop, test, and publish enterprise-grade software solutions
- Participate in and contribute to code reviews and pair programming
- Mentor teammates and assist with technical solutioning and brainstorming
- Contribute to developing Polly core products supporting dealership auto retail sales and call center insurance agency operations
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
Required
- 5 or more years professional work experience in an engineering discipline
- Bachelor’s degree with concentrations in Computer Science or equivalent
- 5 of more years proven, hands-on experience using the following:
- Microsoft .NET technology stack (C# / .NET, ASP.NET MVC, Web APIs) and SQL databases (Microsoft SQL Server or any other)
- HTML5 and JavaScript; experience with Typescript and React is a plus
- Git, unit testing, debugging, profiling, performance monitoring
- Strong engineering aptitude and ability to learn new tools and technologies
- Confident and clear communicator with subject matter expertise in SaaS Application Development
- Experience building client-software using modern JS frameworks
- Comfortable working with unstructured and non-relational data
- Strong technical aptitude, analysis, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
- Enjoys designing and styling web applications based on mock-ups and wire-frames
- Experience with front-end build processes and best practices
- Deep understanding of HTTP protocols, REST, and AJAX
- Prior experience building progressive web applications in React
- Familiarity and/or experience with C#, PHP, Node, or similar backend languages
Competencies
- Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
- Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Being Resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
- Manages Ambiguity: Operating effectively even when situations are uncertain or the path forward is unclear.
WORK AND LIFE BALANCED, WE’RE HERE FOR YOU:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA and Commuter pre-tax benefit
- Flextime PTO and generous holiday time
- Paid Parental leave + baby cash
- Matching 401(k) contributions
- Life & disability Insurance
- Work from anywhere options
Polly is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as defined by federal, state or local law.
About Polly
Polly delivers unexpected value by embedding insurance into life's biggest purchases. As the leading embedded automotive insurance marketplace, Polly seamlessly integrates coverage options from 40+ insurance carriers into the automotive buying experience at thousands of dealerships across the country, delivering savings to consumers when they need it most. With more than $11 billion in coverage placed, shoppers trust Polly for instant quotes, immediate coverage, and expert live agents. Experience the unexpected value of embedded auto insurance at Polly.co.
Annual Salary Range: $90,000 - $125,000
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