Remote Senior Software Engineer

Description:

• Ethos aims to simplify the life insurance process for families by leveraging technology and data science.
• The company transforms a traditionally lengthy process into a quick digital experience, issuing billions in coverage monthly.
• As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for building scalable platform services and systems.
• You will collaborate with engineers to develop and ship key features, focusing on clean, modular, and high-performing code.
• Duties include designing, building, and maintaining complex backend systems and APIs, solving performance issues, participating in code reviews, and mentoring junior engineers.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 7+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Experience in building complex architectural systems from the ground up is required, particularly with backend patterns for large, high-scale web applications.
• Applicants should have the ability to design clean APIs and a solid understanding of performance issues.
• Familiarity with software engineering best practices, including design patterns, code reviews, and unit and integration testing, is essential.
• Strong communication skills for conveying technical specifications both verbally and in writing are necessary.
• A good understanding of security, common attacks, and defenses is also required.

Benefits:

• The US national base salary range for this position is $146,000 - $236,000, determined by role, level, and location.
• Individual pay is influenced by work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
• Additional compensation details, including bonuses and equity, are not included in the base salary listing.
• Ethos promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.