[Remote] Staff Software Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kin is a remote-first insurtech company focused on making homeowners insurance simpler, more affordable, and more effective for customers. The Staff Software Engineer will lead full-stack architecture, architect scalable and reliable systems, mentor engineers, and help drive technical strategy to support Kin's growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and define full-stack architecture within scrum team, setting a clear technical vision aligned with business goals
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient Ruby and TypeScript code while modeling engineering excellence
• Own architectural planning, design, and documentation for distributed, full-stack systems
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate technical risks before they impact delivery or scalability
• Mentor engineers at all levels through pair programming, design reviews, and technical coaching
• Partner with Product and Design to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions
• Drive continuous improvement through refactoring, test automation, experimentation, and modern engineering practices
• Influence Kin’s broader architectural strategy by collaborating with engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Deliver fast, reliable, and scalable applications that support both customer-facing and internal platforms
• Help scale our systems and teams to support Kin’s next phase of growth

Skills

• Technical & Domain Expertise • 8+ years of professional software engineering experience • Expert proficiency in full-stack development, using Ruby on Rails and Typescript (experience with Angular preferred) • Proficiency with SQL and relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred), with exposure to NoSQL systems • Experience designing and implementing scalable, distributed, and event-driven systems • Demonstrated experience in architectural planning, system design, and technical documentation • Proven ability to identify and mitigate technical risks in complex systems Leadership & Execution • Experience leading and guiding multiple engineering teams through execution • Ability to operate with little-to-no technical guidance • Experience mentoring engineers across different levels of seniority • Ability to clearly articulate the value of technical investments to non-technical stakeholders • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts You thrive in a high-growth startup environment — fast-paced, ownership-driven, and mission-focused — and you're motivated to continue learning while elevating those around you. Where we work ----------------- We are a remote-first company with offices in Chicago, IL and St. Petersburg, FL where teams can come together for collaboration. For Sales Agents and Customer Service Agents: These roles sit in any of the following 32 states: AL, AZ, CO, FL, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MT, NC, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, and WI. For all other positions, these roles can sit in any of the following 41 states: AL, AR, AZ, CA (exempt only), CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, and WI. Please only apply if you are able to live and work full-time in one of the states listed above. For remote technical positions located in Canada, we are only able to hire individuals who reside in Ontario. Applicants must be able to live and work full-time in Ontario to be considered. State locations and specifics are subject to change as our hiring requirements shift
• • Expert proficiency in full-stack development, using Ruby on Rails and Typescript (experience with Angular preferred) • Proficiency with SQL and relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred), with exposure to NoSQL systems

Benefits

• Company equity through Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), granted as part of our standard compensation package and based on role and level
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% of eligible earnings
• Multiple medical plan options, plus dental and vision coverage
• Company-funded HSA contributions (based on medical plan selection)
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• A variety of supplemental benefit options, including long-term disability, critical illness, accident, legal, and pet insurance
• Access to mental health support and confidential counseling resources
• Flexible PTO for exempt employees (most employees take 15–20 days per year), plus 8 company-observed holidays
• Paid parental leave, including up to 14 weeks at 100% pay for birthing parents and 8 weeks at 100% pay for non-birthing parents
• Career mobility and internal growth opportunities across the organization
• Professional development budgets for certifications, conferences, and learning available, subject to management approval

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