Backend Engineer • Staff

Who you are

You have extensive experience in backend engineering, particularly with Go, and a strong understanding of building scalable systems. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with product management and design teams to define and prioritize the product roadmap. Your expertise allows you to integrate and manage third-party products effectively, ensuring a seamless experience for users.

You are passionate about modernizing legacy systems and understand the complexities involved in the life insurance industry. Your ability to navigate these challenges with precision and purpose makes you a valuable asset to the team. You are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, encouraging individualism and authenticity among your colleagues.

What you'll do

As a Staff Backend Engineer at Bestow, you will play a crucial role in building the infrastructure that supports our life insurance platform. You will design and implement backend services that are robust and scalable, enabling carriers to launch products quickly and efficiently. Your work will directly impact the speed and reliability of our platform, helping to transform the life insurance industry.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management and design, to define the technical requirements for new features and enhancements. Your responsibilities will include integrating third-party products, optimizing existing systems, and ensuring that our technology stack remains cutting-edge. You will also mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to help them grow in their careers.

What we offer

Bestow provides a flexible remote work environment, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. We offer meaningful benefits, equity opportunities, and substantial growth potential within the company. Join us in reimagining the life insurance industry and making a lasting impact on how products are built and distributed.