[Remote] Staff 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 making life simpler and more affordable for homeowners. They are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead full-stack architecture, mentor engineers, and shape scalable systems to support the company's rapid growth.ResponsibilitiesLead and define full-stack architecture across multiple scrum teams, setting a clear technical vision aligned with business goalsWrite clean, maintainable, and efficient Ruby and TypeScript code while modeling engineering excellenceOwn architectural planning, design, and documentation for distributed, full-stack systemsIdentify, evaluate, and mitigate technical risks before they impact delivery or scalabilityMentor engineers at all levels through pair programming, design reviews, and technical coachingPartner with Product and Design to translate business needs into scalable technical solutionsDrive continuous improvement through refactoring, test automation, experimentation, and modern engineering practicesInfluence Kin’s broader architectural strategy by collaborating with engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholdersDeliver fast, reliable, and scalable applications that support both customer-facing and internal platformsHelp scale our systems and teams to support Kin’s next phase of growthSkills8+ years of professional software engineering experienceExpert proficiency in front-end development using TypeScript (experience with Lit and Angular preferred)Strong experience building and designing distributed, full-stack systemsDemonstrated experience in architectural planning, system design, and technical documentationExperience writing production-level Ruby codeProven ability to identify and mitigate technical risks in complex systemsExperience leading and guiding multiple engineering teams through executionAbility to operate with little-to-no technical guidanceExperience mentoring engineers across different levels of seniorityAbility to clearly articulate the value of technical investments to non-technical stakeholdersExcellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex conceptsExperience with Lit and AngularBenefitsCompetitive salary and company equity through Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), granted as part of our standard compensation package and based on role and level401(k) with company match up to 4% of eligible earningsMultiple medical plan options, plus dental and vision coverageCompany-funded HSA contributions (based on medical plan selection)Company-paid life insurance and short-term disabilityA variety of supplemental benefit options, including long-term disability, critical illness, accident, legal, and pet insuranceAccess to mental health support and confidential counseling resourcesFlexible PTO for exempt employees (most employees take 15–20 days per year), plus 8 company-observed holidaysPaid parental leave, including up to 14 weeks at 100% pay for birthing parents and 8 weeks at 100% pay for non-birthing parentsCareer mobility and internal growth opportunities across the organizationProfessional development budgets for certifications, conferences, and learning available, subject to management approvalCompany 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.