Senior Software Engineer, Core

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong background in building scalable systems and a passion for solving complex problems. You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to turn product initiatives into technical solutions. Your experience includes driving architectural decisions and shaping roadmaps that align with business goals. You are comfortable with ambiguity and can navigate challenges with a product mindset, ensuring that technical solutions meet user needs effectively.

You possess excellent communication skills, allowing you to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively with product managers and designers. You are proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and are eager to contribute to a fast-growing startup environment. You understand the importance of testing and quality assurance in delivering reliable software solutions.

Desirable

Experience in the fintech industry or with insurance-related products would be a plus, as would familiarity with modern software development practices and tools. You are open to learning new technologies and methodologies that can enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Core Engineering team, you will play a crucial role in developing the logic that powers Trellis's insurance marketplace. You will work closely with product managers and designers to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing scalable solutions that provide personalized recommendations to insurance shoppers.

You will lead the team through complex engineering challenges, ensuring that the solutions you develop are well-tested and maintainable. You will also have the opportunity to shape the technical roadmap and initiate new projects that align with the company's vision. Your role will involve collaborating with other engineers to conduct code reviews, share knowledge, and mentor junior team members.

In addition to your technical contributions, you will participate in strategic discussions about product direction and help prioritize engineering tasks based on business impact. You will be expected to stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, continuously seeking ways to improve the team's processes and output.

What we offer

Trellis offers a competitive salary that is set at the 75th percentile of national market data in the industry, reflecting our commitment to rewarding great work. As a fully remote team, we provide flexibility in your work environment, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. We believe in investing in our employees' well-being, offering wellness events throughout the year and automatic 401(k) contributions.

You will also have access to bonuses and equity opportunities, enabling you to invest in your future as part of a growing company. We value work-life balance and provide paid parental leave to support our employees during important life events. If you are looking for a place where you can make a meaningful impact while doing the best work of your career, we would love to meet you.