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Backend Software Engineer

Reposted 25 Days Ago
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
163K-220K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
163K-220K Annually
Senior level
Build and own backend features end-to-end for the Agents Channel, writing clean, testable server-side code (Kotlin/Java). Collaborate with product, marketing, and frontend teams, work in cloud environments (AWS preferred), use relational databases/SQL, CI/CD, and leverage AI/LLM tools to improve developer productivity.
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Location: Waltham, MA (Hybrid 3 days In Office) 


ERGO NEXT’s mission is to help entrepreneurs thrive. We’re doing that by building the only technology-led, full-stack provider of small business insurance in the industry, taking on the entire value chain and transforming the customer experience. 


Simply put, wherever you find small businesses, you’ll find ERGO NEXT.


Since 2016, we’ve helped hundreds of thousands of small business customers across the United States get fast, customized and affordable coverage. We’re backed by industry leaders in insurance and tech, and we still have room to grow — that’s where you come in.

Our Backend Software Engineer can expect to work with the latest backend technologies and programming languages. We’re big fans of server-side Kotlin, and we produce clean, testable code fast and push it into production several times a day via our CI / CD pipeline. Additionally, our Backend Software Engineer will be supporting and owning our Agents Channel domain. 

What You’ll Do: 

  • You will work closely with other functional areas in the company product, marketing, and front-end engineers to rapidly iterate on our product and find the best solutions to our challenges.
  • You will take ownership of features – from inception through design and coding, eventually bringing your feature to production at a high level of quality and test coverage.
  • Leverage AI and LLM-powered tools to improve developer productivity and experimentation.

What We Need: 

  • At least 6+ years of proven experience in Backend development. Java/Kotlin or similar languages (Python, .NET).
  • A B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent is a must.
  • Excellent knowledge and understanding of OOP concepts and best practices
  • Hands-on development of highly distributed, cloud-based environments - an advantage. We work with AWS, but any cloud experience is a plus.
  • Experience working with Relational Databases and good SQL skills.
  • Adaptable, with a passion for quickly learning new technologies and working effectively in a dynamic environment
  • Ability to navigate and work effectively across diverse domains and contexts.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for the position in the location(s) listed. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including, without limitation, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. ERGO NEXT employees are also potentially eligible for our annual performance-based incentive program, in addition to our benefits package, consisting of our partially subsidized medical plan, fully subsidized vision/dental options, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k), flexible paid time off, parental leave and more.

US annual base salary range for this full-time position:
$163,000$220,000 USD

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some underrepresented people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At ERGO NEXT, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

One of our core values is 'Play as a Team'; this means making sure everyone has an equal chance to participate and make a difference. We win by playing together. ERGO Next Insurance is an equal opportunity employer and prioritizes building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants of any type and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job-related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state, and local laws. ERGO Next's policy is to comply with all applicable laws related to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

NEXT Insurance Waltham, Massachusetts, USA Office

Waltham, MA, United States, 02451

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