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Shepherd

Software Engineer, Backend

Shepherd
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about 1 year ago
San Francisco, CA, USAMid Level / Senior
H1B Sponsor

Base Salary

$170k - $220k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Lead major initiatives and own a large area of Shepherd's product experience.
  • Work across the stack and different disciplines, including underwriting and design.
  • Mentor other engineers and contribute to building company culture.
  • Balance innovation with pragmatic delivery while staying current with emerging tech.
  • Contribute to product strategy and architectural decisions.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of working experience, preferably as a full-stack engineer.
  • Experience with Javascript/Typescript for backend and/or frontend development.
  • Strong communication skills for conveying technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience in the insurance industry, preferably in an InsurTech or actuarial role.
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguity and take end-to-end ownership of features.

Benefits

  • 100% contribution to top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Fertility benefits and family building support.
  • Unlimited PTO for flexibility and recharge.
  • Daily lunches, dinners, and snacks provided.
  • Access to premium coaching for professional development.
  • Competitive 401(k) plan.
  • Dog-friendly office environment.