Full-Time
Software Engineer Manager
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
PolicyMe
51-200 employees
Online platform for affordable life insurance
No salary listed
Senior, Expert
Remote in Canada
Remote position available for candidates based in Canada.
- 7+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a management role (people leadership is a key aspect of this)
- Strong technical background in web development, ideally in a full-stack environment with expertise in React, Python, and Node.js
- Experience working in UNIX/Linux environments and familiarity with PostgreSQL
- Proven ability to lead teams in an agile, fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on collaboration and stakeholder management
- A track record of delivering complex projects with a focus on scalability, reliability, and security
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Lead and manage a team of software engineers, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and career development.
- Oversee the technical design, development, and deployment of key features and systems that drive growth.
- Collaborate with product, design, and QA teams to ensure seamless execution and delivery of cross-functional projects.
- Establish and maintain best practices for code quality, architecture, and testing.
- Drive technical decision-making, lead discussions on architecture and ensure alignment with the business objectives.
- Maintain focus on building reliable, scalable, secure, and extensible systems to support the company’s growth.
- Foster a positive, high-energy environment where engineers are motivated to take initiative, experiment, and push boundaries.
PolicyMe simplifies life insurance for Canadians by offering affordable coverage options, including critical illness insurance, through an easy-to-use online platform. Customers can access straightforward insurance advice and apply for policies digitally, which helps reduce costs and allows the company to offer lower premiums. Unlike traditional insurance providers, PolicyMe operates with a digital-first approach, minimizing overhead expenses and passing the savings on to clients. The company is backed by reputable partners, enhancing its credibility and financial stability. PolicyMe aims to ensure transparency and customer satisfaction, handling claims with care and using customer feedback to improve services. Additionally, the company fosters a positive work environment through team-building events, even while operating remotely.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$20.5M
Headquarters
Toronto, Canada
Founded
2018
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- PolicyMe raised $18 million in Series A funding, boosting its market position.
- The company benefits from increased demand for digital insurance solutions in Canada.
- PolicyMe's partnerships with industry giants enhance its credibility and financial stability.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from other insurtech startups could erode PolicyMe's market share.
- Rapid technological evolution may require continuous investment in platform upgrades.
- Potential regulatory changes in Canada could increase compliance costs for PolicyMe.
What makes PolicyMe unique
- PolicyMe offers fully-underwritten term life policies with competitive pricing in Canada.
- The company provides a digital-first platform for easy and quick insurance applications.
- PolicyMe's critical illness insurance covers more conditions than the average Canadian insurer.
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Benefits
Paid Vacation
Stock Options
Remote Work Options
Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 5%1 year growth
↑ 6%2 year growth
↑ 7%However, in 2021, PolicyMe launched its own life insurance products for Canadians in five provinces.
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toronto-based Insurtech PolicyMe announces the launch of a new Critical Illness Insurance product that offers the most complete coverage in Canada. In partnership with and underwritten by Canadian Premier Life Insurance Company (“Canadian Premier”), this new product covers 44 conditions—10-15 more than the average Canadian insurer. This launch follows PolicyMe’s Series A announcement and will complement their existing core Term Life Insurance offering, enabling Canadians to gain accessible, affordable, and comprehensive financial protection across a wider range of health and life events. With 42% of Canadian parents having one month or less of expenses in emergency savings, PolicyMe’s Critical Illness Insurance product provides Canadian families with the financial protection to withstand lost income or unforeseen medical expenses due to a critical illness. “Having personally battled cancer years ago, I know first-hand how stressful a critical illness diagnosis can be,” says Jeff McKay, Co-Founder & CTO of PolicyMe. “By offering Critical Illness Insurance, we hope that we’re able to remove the financial stress of a diagnosis so our customers can focus on what’s most important: their recovery.”
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PolicyMe, the digital-first insurance provider on a mission to deliver simple and affordable insurance for Canadian families, today announces its raise of $18 million CAD in Series A financing.
Toronto-based insurtech startup PolicyMe wants to make it easier for Canadians to access not just affordable life insurance, but other types of insurance, online. PolicyMe got its start as a life insurance broker, tackling the issue of distribution with the initial launch of its coverage calculator and price comparison platform. In March 2021, the startup launched its own fully-underwritten digital term life insurance product in partnership with Canadian Premier Life Insurance. To date, PolicyMe claims to have sold over $5 billion in life insurance coverage