Software Engineer, Jr. (Python, React.js)

About The Company PolicyMe is a forward-thinking insurance technology startup dedicated to transforming the insurance industry through innovative digital solutions. Based in Toronto and operating on a remote-first basis, PolicyMe aims to make insurance more accessible, straightforward, and customer-centric. The company is positioned at the forefront of the digital revolution within a $1 trillion market that has historically remained largely unchanged by technological advancements. With a mission to modernize insurance processes, PolicyMe leverages cutting-edge AI and machine learning technologies to develop products that simplify insurance management for consumers and streamline operations for brokers. The organization fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work environment, emphasizing continuous learning and professional growth.

About The Role We are seeking an AI-Driven Full Stack Engineer to join our innovative team as we build a groundbreaking new product line that will revolutionize the insurance broker experience. In this role, you will work across the entire technology stack, contributing to both frontend and backend development, with a particular focus on integrating AI and machine learning models into our applications. Your responsibilities will include designing scalable backend services, developing intuitive user interfaces, and collaborating closely with senior AI engineers to deploy and optimize models in production environments. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast-paced startup environment, where your work directly impacts the future of insurance in Canada and beyond. You will participate in architecture discussions, contribute to company-wide engineering initiatives, and help shape the technological direction of our products. The ideal candidate is passionate about building intelligent applications, eager to learn new AI frameworks, and committed to delivering high-quality solutions that solve real-world problems.

Qualifications

• Strong full-stack development experience with proficiency in Python, React, Redux, and PostgreSQL
• Experience working with AWS cloud services
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts from coursework, side projects, or professional experience
• Hands-on experience or projects involving AI APIs/models such as prompt engineering or data extraction
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and openness to feedback
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and frameworks
• Previous experience with architecture planning, code reviews, and release management is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement full-stack features for our AI-powered web applications using Python, React, Redux, PostgreSQL, and AWS
• Integrate AI models and APIs to enable functionalities such as document processing, data extraction, and recommendation engines
• Collaborate with senior AI engineers to seamlessly deploy and optimize AI models in production environments
• Stay informed on emerging AI technologies and frameworks, exploring their application within our products
• Build scalable, reliable backend services that support AI workflows and data processing
• Create user-centric interfaces that effectively showcase AI-driven capabilities
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and ideation sessions to improve system design
• Take ownership of feature development from conception through deployment, coordinating with QA and other teams
• Engage in cross-team communication to unblock dependencies, streamline release processes, and improve overall development flow
• Contribute ideas during quarterly planning and company-wide initiatives such as hackathons and AI tooling experiments

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including 20 vacation days
• Access to stock options and a comprehensive benefits package
• Remote-first work environment with company-paid in-person socials and the option to work from our Toronto office
• Resources for professional development, including an L&D budget and ongoing performance feedback
• Opportunity to work with a high-performing, empathetic team in a flexible, results-oriented environment
• Competitive total compensation package, including a base salary ranging from $85,000 to $115,000 CAD, plus bonuses and equity opportunities

Equal Opportunity

PolicyMe is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure fair consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you require accommodations during the application process, please indicate this in the “Additional Information” section of your application.