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Staff Software Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 8+ years of software engineering experience with proficiency in languages and frameworks including Golang, Python, Bash, Node, and React.
  • Experience with infrastructure tooling and platforms such as Terraform, gRPC, Git/GitLab, Docker, Argo, and Kubernetes; strong DevOps, microservices, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) background.
  • Experience with AI/ML platforms (OpenAI, Vertex AI, or Azure ML) and data architectures (NoSQL/RDBMS, object storage) and asynchronous messaging systems.
  • Strong communication skills and a track record of guiding engineers through complex technical challenges, facilitating productive technical debates, and contributing to a positive engineering culture.

Requirements:

  • Lead the design, development, and delivery of high-quality, releasable features aligned with product and engineering goals.
  • Write maintainable, well-structured code that adheres to internal standards and architectural guidance; build, maintain, and evolve automated test systems to ensure product quality as functionality grows.
  • Provide technical leadership through code reviews, design reviews, mentoring engineers, and influencing architectural decisions; champion continuous improvement of engineering processes.
  • Monitor application performance in production and non-production environments; diagnose and resolve errors and bottlenecks; facilitate cross-team technical discussions to converge on sound solutions.

Job description

Job Description:

Amazing Career Moments Happen Here  

Transforming the insurance industry is ambitious, we know. That’s why at Applied, we’re building a team that shows up every day ready to learn, willing to try new things, and driven to deliver innovative software and services that make us indispensable to our customers – all within a culture built on values that make us indispensable to each other too. With 40+ years of experience in the insurtech game, we’re not just redefining what’s achievable, we’re creating a place where amazing career moments are made possible.  

  

Position Overview  

We're seeking a Staff Software Engineer interested in transforming the insurance industry. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to delivering results, a passion for quality, and the ability to solve technical problems as we build solutions while simplifying and scaling along the way.  

At Applied, we’re committed to our work, customers, having fun, and most importantly to each other’s success. Within the Technology Team, you’ll partner with our global team of engineers and product managers designing, architecting, building, and testing impactful products. The Staff Software Engineer will contribute to our product vision by delivering a high level of quality and technical excellence. Success will require fluency in SaaS-based application development, test automation, analytical skills, and unwavering dedication to software quality.  

  

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the design, development, and delivery of high‑quality, releasable features that align with product and engineering goals
  • Write maintainable, well‑structured code that adheres to internal standards and architectural guidance
  • Build, maintain, and evolve automated test systems to ensure product quality as functionality grows
  • Evaluate the impact of changes by participating in code reviews, design reviews, and cross‑team technical discussions
  • Monitor application performance across production and non‑production environments
  • Diagnose and resolve application errors, performance bottlenecks, and system issues
  • Stay current with emerging tools, frameworks, and technologies to strengthen engineering practices
  • Provide technical leadership by offering thoughtful, actionable feedback during code reviews and mentoring engineers through complex problem solving
  • Influence architectural and technical decisions by identifying risks, opportunities, and long‑term implications
  • Share deep knowledge of programming languages, frameworks, testing strategies, and tooling to elevate team capability
  • Champion continuous improvement of engineering processes, documentation, and principles‑based approaches to design, implementation, and testing
  • Drive alignment across teams by facilitating constructive technical discussions and helping teams converge on sound solutions

 

We’re Excited to Learn More About You  

We’re looking for someone who: 

  • Has the ability to work from an Applied Systems office or 100% remotely             

Your experience should include some or all of the following:

  • 8+ years of software engineering experience, ideally with exposure to:
    • Languages & Frameworks: Golang, Python, Bash, Node, React
    • Infrastructure & Tooling: Terraform, gRPC, Git, GitLab, Docker, Argo, Kubernetes
    • AI/ML Platforms: OpenAI, Vertex AI, or Azure ML
    • Architectural Domains: DevOps, Microservices, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Web AuthN/Z
    • Data & Messaging: Asynchronous messaging systems, NoSQL/RDBMS, object storage
  • Experience guiding and supporting engineers through complex technical challenges
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to distill complex concepts and drive clarity
  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate productive technical debates and contribute to a positive, collaborative engineering culture
  • We know that talent comes from all backgrounds and experience levels. We encourage military members and their spouses as well as candidates without a degree or a background in tech to apply!  

Location

Candidate will need to reside in North America, working arrangement will be remote.

  

When You Join Team Applied, You Can Expect:  

 

A culture that values who you are and recognizes that you aren’t just an employee; you are a teammate, and you matter. We thrive on the benefits of our different experiences and celebrate the uniqueness our teammates bring to work with them every day.  

 

We flex our time together, collaborating remotely and in-person to empower our teams to work in the ways that work best for them.  

 

A comprehensive benefits and compensation package that centers our teammates and helps them to bring their best to work every day:  

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage  
  • Holiday and Vacation Time  
  • Health & Wellness Days  
  • A Bonus Day for Your Birthday  

 
Learn more about the people behind our products at https://www1.appliedsystems.com/en-us/about-us/jobs/  

 

Our targeted starting base salary in the United States for this position ranges from $110,000 - $175,000. To determine a new team member’s starting pay, we consider a variety of factors, including someone’s depth, breadth, and variety of experience, skills, and responsibilities. Depending on the role, team members may also be eligible to participate in additional compensation plans such as bonus and commission.

  

Your Security Matters:  
 Our candidates’ personal information and online safety are top of mind for us. At Applied, we proactively protect your personal information and only communicate with candidates via a secure @appliedsystems.com email or through our official careers portal. Recruiters will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers.   

 

EEO Statement    

Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don’t discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.   

  

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