Join the Team at blithequark: Revolutionizing Insurance with Technology
blithequark is on a mission to transform the insurance industry through innovative technology solutions. We're seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join our team, focusing on building high-performance, low-latency platforms and applications that drive our business forward. As a Senior Engineer at blithequark, you'll play a crucial role in our engineering staff, working across the organization to provide a seamless experience for our customers while maintaining the highest standards of protection and availability.
About Us
At blithequark, we're committed to creating a culture of psychological safety and continuous improvement. Our team thrives in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly, and we're looking for talented engineers who can adapt and excel in this fast-paced setting. We're dedicated to delivering high-quality technology products and services that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain scalable, resilient distributed systems that meet the needs of our business
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Salesforce CRM, Infrastructure, Architecture, Release Management, Application Security, and Business Product Owners to develop and deliver critical solutions
- Lead design sessions and code reviews with peers to elevate the quality of engineering across the organization
- Define, create, and support reusable application components/patterns from a business and technology perspective
- Utilize developer tooling and a variety of Azure tools and services across the software development life cycle to perform advanced-level Java application design, implementation, and maintenance activities
- Mentor other engineers and share best practices to improve processes within and across teams
- Engage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycle, including testing
- Build product definition and leverage technical skills to drive towards the right solution
Essential Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Advanced programming experience with at least two modern languages such as Java, C++, Python, or C# including object-oriented design
- Strong understanding of web service integration (REST/SOAP) and enterprise middleware integration tiers (Apache Camel, Spring, Spring Boot)
- Experience with developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication, and testing)
- Knowledge of DevOps Concepts and Cloud Architecture
- Experience with continuous delivery and infrastructure as code
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead projects and interact with clients and sponsors on a regular basis
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment
Preferred Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Experience with Flutter and React
- Knowledge of Salesforce standard objects/records, custom object creation, validation rules, and relationships
- Experience with Salesforce Apex, SOQL, Visualforce, and Lightning Aura / LWC components
- Experience with Salesforce CDP
- Knowledge of building and configuring flows, and process builders
- Experience with enterprise integrations utilizing Event-Based Frameworks
- Experience with databases such as MS SQL Server and Oracle
Experience
- 4+ years of professional software development experience with at least two modern languages such as Java, C++, Python, or C# including object-oriented design
- 3+ years of experience building the architecture and design of new and current systems
- 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
- 2+ years of experience in open-source frameworks
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At blithequark, we're committed to the growth and development of our engineers. We offer a range of learning benefits, including:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid training and licensures
- Mentorship opportunities
- Cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing
Work Environment and Company Culture
Our team thrives in a collaborative and dynamic environment, with a focus on psychological safety and continuous improvement. We value:
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Mutual respect and empathy
- Open communication and feedback
- Continuous learning and growth
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including:
- Competitive salary ($66,000 - $185,000 per year)
- Premier medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave
- 401(k) plan
Conclusion
If you're a talented Senior Engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply to join our team at blithequark. We're committed to creating a culture of innovation and excellence, and we're excited to welcome new team members who share our passion for technology and customer experience.
Apply now to become a part of our dynamic team and help drive the future of insurance technology!
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