[Remote] Software Engineer, Front-End Focus
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kin Insurance is a remote-first company focused on simplifying and improving homeowners insurance. They are seeking a Software Engineer with a front-end focus to build scalable applications using Angular and Typescript, while also mentoring engineers and shaping the technical direction of their insurance platform.ResponsibilitiesBuild clean, scalable, and maintainable front-end applications using Typescript and AngularLead the development and delivery of small to medium-sized software projects from planning through releaseSet a high technical bar for engineering quality, maintainability, and best practices through example and peer collaborationLead pair programming sessions and mentor engineers across the teamDrive front-end architecture and design decisions that improve scalability, performance, and developer experienceDevelop and contribute to technical roadmaps aligned with product and engineering prioritiesCollaborate cross-functionally with Product, QA, Insurance Product, and Actuarial teams to deliver impactful customer experiencesBuild and maintain reusable UI components and contribute to shared component librariesParticipate actively in Agile ceremonies including standups, sprint planning, and retrospectivesProvide technical expertise and support across front-end systems and integrationsSkillsTrack record of shipping small to medium-sized software projects in a production environmentExperience building applications with Javascript/Typescript, HTML, and CSS/SCSSExperience with modern SPA frameworks, including Angular 2+, API integrations, and state management patterns such as NgRx or ReduxExperience building or composing reusable Web Components and component librariesFamiliarity with BEM methodology and Object-Oriented CSS principlesExperience working with APIs; Ruby on Rails experience is a plusAbility to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment with strong ownership and collaboration skillsComfortable mentoring teammates and contributing to technical direction and architectural discussionsAbility to work within Central or Eastern time zones strongly preferredBenefitsOffers EquityCompany OverviewKin Insurance is a direct-to-consumer digital insurance provider that enhances convenience and customization in coverage options. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.kin.com.