[Remote] Staff Application Platform Engineer (DX)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Assured is on a mission to modernize insurance, providing large insurers with software solutions that streamline claims processing. They are seeking a Staff Application Platform Engineer to build scalable and secure systems that enhance developer productivity and ensure high-performance operations.ResponsibilitiesElevate developer productivity by abstracting common patterns and creating tools that make building delightfulDesign, develop, and optimize our platform to be secure, reliable, and effortlessly scalableDiagnose and resolve bottlenecks across the stack to ensure smooth, high-performance systemsChampion security and reliability, ensuring sensitive data stays protected at all timesContinuously improve resilience and efficiency, especially under rapid product growthCollaborate cross-functionally to design and implement best practices that benefit all teamsOwn projects end-to-end — from ideation to deployment — driving quality, speed, and impactEnhance and expand our platform services, enabling the next generation of Assured productsSkills8+ years of experience in platform or backend engineering (or equivalent expertise)Deep knowledge of TypeScript, plus experience with Node.js, GraphQL, PostgreSQL, and AWSProven ability to lead projects independently from architecture to productionStrong communication skills and the ability to influence technical direction across teamsA track record of building secure, reliable, high-performance platformsA passion for craftsmanship — clean code, thoughtful design, and collaborative teamworkConfidence making strategic technical tradeoffs with company-wide implicationsA growth mindset and ownership mentality, always looking to make systems betterBenefitsCompetitive salary and equity packages for all employeesPlatinum medical, dental, and visionFree life insurance: Including long-term disability & short-term disabilityUnlimited PTO: Uncapped vacation days & paid holidaysFamily Leave: Maternity & paternity401(k) Contribution: Assured contributes 3% of your income, even if you don't contributeWFH Benefits: Lunch on us 2x/week, monthly phone stipend & other home office perksHealth FSAs & HSAs: Pre-tax accounts for out-of-pocket medical expensesTeam events & Offsites: We're remote, but we regularly get togetherCompany Overview**We have been made aware of individuals falsely posing as recruiters from Assured Insurance Technologies Inc. It was founded in 2019, and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.assured.com/.