Senior Software Engineer, Back-End Focus

Location
Ontario, Canada (Remote)

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type
Remote

Department
Engineering

Compensation

CA $124K – CA $155K
• Offers Equity

The posted range represents the typical compensation range for this role. Actual compensation is determined by multiple factors such as market rates, qualifications, experience, and an evaluation of internal pay equity. Additional benefits are included in the job posting.

Kin is redesigning insurance to be smarter, faster, and centered on the customer. We use intelligent pricing, offer seamless bundling, and make every step (from purchasing, servicing to claims) simple and friction-free, especially in the places traditional insurers often ignore.

We empower people to protect what matters most, starting with their homes and expanding to all they value, in a world where climate risks, rising costs, and outdated systems leave too many behind. Our approach has fostered amazing growth, attracted marquee investors, and earned us accolades, including being named to:

Built In Chicago's Best Places to Work, Midsize Companies ).

Forbes' America's Best Startup Employers , Ranked #37 in 2024).

Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies.

Forbes’ Fintech 50.

Simply put, our people are what make us great – we need forward-thinking, inspired game-changers like you to join us in our mission.

So, what’s the role?
As a  Senior Software Engineer  at Kin, you’ll develop the products and features that make Kin operate. We run Ruby environments with Typescript front-ends and use Postgre

SQL, and we apply Scrum methodologies to our product and software development processes.

In your role, you will have the opportunity to work on more complex engineering problems while collaborating with peers in Dev, Product, QA, and other cross-functional teams. As a senior team member, you’ll also have the opportunity to mentor more junior engineers.

A day in the life could include:

Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Ruby and occasionally some Python and Typescript

Leading pair programming sessions and providing mentorship to more junior team members

Driving and fostering design or architectural tasks

Participating in daily stands and weekly retros

Collaborating with cross-functional team members, including Product and PMO

Providing subject matter expertise and support

I’ve got the skills… but do I have the necessary ones?

Track record of shipping large, complex software projects

Fluid in languages like Ruby, Python, or Typescript

Experience with architectural design

Ability to articulate value of technical investments

Ability to operate with some technical guidance

Experience mentoring engineers

Familiarity with the front-end and working with modern a Java script library or framework (React, Vue, Angular)

Comfortable in a startup environment – we’re fast-paced, self-motivated, and determined to change the industry

A fast learner, ready to bring previous knowledge to this position and continue developing along the way

Location in Central or Eastern US time zones (CDT & EDT) strongly preferred

At this time, we are unable to sponsor employment visas

Oh, and don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
This role is eligible for our comprehensive benefits program, which includes standard coverage and additional supplemental benefits.

Hiring Details:
This role is available and may represent a new position. Applications for this role are accepted on an ongoing basis.

We use AI-enabled tools to sort applications based on job-related criteria and help with noting-taking during the interview process. A human always decides who moves forward.

About Kin
Kin is the only pure-play, direct-to-consumer digital insurer focused on the growing home insurance market. We make policies convenient and affordable through a technology platform that delivers a seamless user experience, customized options for coverage, and fast, high-quality claims service. Kin is a fully licensed carrier that offers coverage through its reciprocal exchanges which are owned by its policyholders. To learn more, visit

EEOC Statement
Kin is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer. We don't just accept difference – we honor it, nurture it, and celebrate it. We don’t discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Kin welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact us by sending an email to

Compensation Range: CA $124K - CA $155K

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