Senior 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 Policy Me 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, Postgre

SQL, n8n, Lang Chain/Lang Graph, and AWS
, and we are always open to adopting new tools and technologies that help us deliver better results.

• Leading the design and development of full‑stack features for our AI‑powered web application using Python, React, Redux, Postgre
  
  SQL, and AWS.
• Defining the technical vision and architectural principles for AI/ML systems.
• Driving innovation by researching and prototyping cutting‑edge AI technologies.
• Ensuring security, scalability, and observability best practices across cloud architecture.
• Working within a cross‑functional environment partnering closely with product, design, and business teams to communicate technical designs and strategies.
• Serving as a role model for engineering standards and bringing consistency across systems and processes while mentoring junior and intermediate engineers.
• Helping drive sound technical decision‑making across ambiguous, system‑spanning problems.

• A strong technical background with 5+ years of experience in full‑stack web development and production AI/ML systems.
• Deep expertise in AI/ML domains like NLP, computer vision, recommendation engines, etc.
• Proficiency with cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, and microservices.
• Proven ability to architect and lead end‑to‑end AI projects, including security best practices.
• Exceptional technical communication and knowledge‑sharing abilities.
• Track record of managing ambiguity and delivering innovative solutions.
• An appreciation for fast‑paced startup environments and experience building foundational systems.
• Demonstrated ability to take ambiguous technical challenges and drive them to resolution with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong development skills in React, Python, and Node, or equivalent technologies with the ability to ramp up quickly.

• Generous PTO – 20 vacation days.
• Access to stock options and a comprehensive benefits plan.
• A remote‑first team with company‑paid in‑person socials and the option to work from our Toronto‑based office.
• Resources to help your professional development, including an L&D budget, performance reviews twice a year, and ongoing feedback to help you reach your highest potential.
• Work with an empathetic, high‑performing team in a flexible, results‑oriented environment.
• Compensation:
  The expected base salary range for this role is $135,000 – $160,000 CAD, based on experience. In addition, there is a competitive bonus program and opportunity for equity. We’ll walk through the details together during the interview.

At Policy Me, 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, Policy Me is committed to making insurance simpler and more accessible.

Since our launch in 2018, we have grown exponentially, selling over $10 billion in…