Junior Software Engineer (Remote)

Overview

Of

The Role

We’re on a mission to modernize insurance making it simpler more accessible and customer-first. The insurance industry is a $1T market that’s remained largely untouched by the digital revolution and PolicyMe is here to change that. As a remote-first Toronto-based startup with big ambitions we’re building the future of insurance in Canada and beyond. We're building a groundbreaking new product line that will transform the insurance broker experience through AI and machine learning. As an AI-Driven Full Stack Engineer you'll be part of a team charting new territory - designing and implementing intelligent systems that automate manual processes and unlock powerful data-driven insights. You will work across the stack contributing to front end back end and AI/ML initiatives while also participating in architecture discussions release planning and company-wide engineering initiatives. Our core stack includes Python React Redux PostgreSQL n8n LangChain/LangGraph and AWS and we are always open to adopting new tools and technologies that help us deliver better results.

What you'll be doing

Develop full stack features for our AI-powered web application using Python React Redux PostgreSQL and AWS Integrate AI models and APIs for tasks like document processing data extraction recommendation engines etc Work closely with Sr. Engineers experienced in AI to seamlessly integrate models into production Stay current on emerging AI technologies/frameworks and explore new applications Build scalable reliable backend services to fuel our AI workflows Create intuitive user experiences that surface AI-powered capabilities Participate in architecture planning code reviews and ideation sessions Take ownership of feature development end-to-end (once ramped up) coordinating with QA and other teams Engage in cross-team communication to help unblock dependencies and improve release flow Share ideas during quarterly planning to help shape what we build next Participate in company-wide initiatives such as hackathons engineering guilds and AI tooling experiments

What we are looking for

Strong full-stack development skills with the ability to work across backend and frontend using Python React Redux PostgreSQL and AWS Familiarity with AI/ML concepts from coursework side projects or work experience Passion for building intelligent applications that solve real-world problems Eagerness to learn embrace ambiguity and continually upskill in a rapidly evolving space Hands-on experience or projects interacting with AI APIs/models (e.g. prompt engineering) Self-starter with a career-driven mindset who thrives in an environment with autonomy and accountability Collaborative team player with low ego who is open to feedback and eager to help others Detail-oriented approach to problem-solving especially in complex domains Why join us Generous PTO - 20 vacation days A comprehensive benefits plan with premiums paid in full by PolicyMe Investment in your professional development including an L&D budget AI tooling budget performance reviews twice a year and ongoing feedback to ensure you reach your highest potential An extremely high performing low-ego remote-first team that is truly disrupting an old industry Option to work from home or our Toronto-based office (bonus we cover the costs to bring all our employees in-person twice a year for experiential socials!) Access to stock options based on performance

Compensation

The total target cash compensation for this role is $80000-$110000 CAD based on experience. We’ll walk through the details together during the interview About PolicyMe At PolicyMe we are Canada’s leading digital insurance solution offering straightforward and affordable financial protection for families from coast to coast. Our product suite includes Life Insurance Critical Illness Insurance and Health & Dental Insurance all tailored to Canadians' evolving needs. We also offer B2B2C solutions partnering with organizations to provide seamless digital insurance options. Founded by a team of insurance experts and technology entrepreneurs PolicyMe is committed to making insurance simpler and more accessible. Since our launch in 2018 we have grown exponentially selling over $10 billion in insurance coverage to Canadians. We are proud of the team we’ve built and are excited for those that are yet to join us. We operate with a remote-first culture attracting top talent from across Canada. If you’re looking for a fast-paced collaborative environment working alongside incredibly ambitious yet humble humans we may be the right place for you! To learn more visit www.policyme.com.

Additional Notes

Job Vacancy This role reflects growth in our team and expanded operational scope. We’re hiring to support increasing demand and continue delivering an exceptional customer experience Commitment to Equal Opportunity PolicyMe is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and provide fair consideration regardless of race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or disability Accessibility Statement We are committed to providing an accessible hiring experience. If you require accommodations during the application process please indicate this in the “Additional Information” section of your application We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.