Software Engineer, Backend

Shepherd Labs Inc.

β€’ $120K β€” $160K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a full-stack engineer with a proven track record of delivering impactful products
  • Proficient in Javascript/Typescript for both backend and frontend development
  • Experience in InsurTech or with actuarial concepts is a plus
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a comfort in ambiguity
  • Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Track record of mentoring and supporting the growth of other engineers
  • Ability to take end-to-end ownership of features and systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead major initiatives and own product experience across multiple verticals
  • Collaborate across teams including underwriting, design, and product management
  • Contribute to product strategy and architecture, beyond mere implementation
  • Balance innovation with effective delivery of quality products
  • Mentor junior engineers and help shape the company culture as the team grows
  • Drive technical decisions and guide projects in your domain area
  • Ship products daily while maintaining high quality standards.

Benefits

  • 100% coverage for top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Unlimited paid time off for flexibility and recharge
  • Daily meals provided, fostering team collaboration
  • Access to premium office spaces in SF, NYC, or Dallas-Fort Worth
  • Professional development with premium coaching and leadership programs
  • Competitive 401(k) plan offered
  • Dog-friendly offices for a pleasant work environment.
Full Job Description
The Role

We're looking for a talented software engineer who's passionate about what we're building and ready to do the best work of their career. You thrive on ownership, drive results, and care deeply about both technical excellence and customer impact.

You would be our dream candidate if...
  • You aren't afraid of ambiguity, and it may even excite you
  • You enjoy shipping product every day (maybe multiple times a day) while maintaining high quality standards
  • You enjoy wearing multiple hats while solving problems; as an engineer, product manager, and designer
  • You take end-to-end ownership of features and systems, from conception through release
  • You care about the built-world and how to improve construction safety and productivity
  • You care about others' growth and welcome mentoring other engineers - you've led or been a major contributor on significant projects
  • You have strong opinions, weakly held - you advocate for your ideas but adapt when presented with better solutions
  • You communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • You have some experience with insurance - either from a prior InsurTech role or actuarial role
  • You have experience working with Javascript/Typescript (backend and/or frontend)
  • You have at least 5+ years of working experience (preferably as a full-stack engineer) with a track record of delivering high-impact products

About the Role

Shepherd's platform consists of three primary elements: data collection, automated underwriting, and policy administration.
  • You will lead major initiatives and own a large area of Shepherd's product experience, in each vertical while driving technical decisions for your domain
  • You will work across the stack, even across different disciplines (e.g. underwriting, design, product management)
  • You will play an integral role in building our culture as the company grows and mentor other engineers as we scale the team
  • You will balance innovation with pragmatic delivery - staying current with emerging tech while shipping quality products
  • You will contribute to product strategy and architectural decisions, not just implementation
  • You will collaborate closely with PM, Mo (CTO) and the insurance team (underwriters, actuaries and more!)

Our Tech Stack

Frontend
  • React & Next.js
  • Typescript
  • GraphQL w/ Apollo

Backend
  • Node.js
  • Postgres & Redis
  • Typescript
  • GraphQL APIs


Benefits

Premium Healthcare
100% contribution to top-tier health, dental, and vision

πŸ₯• Fertility benefits and family building support

Unlimited PTO
Flexibility to take the time off, recharge, and perform

πŸ₯— Daily lunches, dinners, and snacks
We work together, and enjoy meals together too

SF, NYC, Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago and LA Offices

Professional Development
Access to premium coaching, including leadership development

Competitive401(k) Plan

Dog-friendly office
Plenty of dogs to play with and make friends with in the SF office

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