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Arlo

SMB health benefits with cost containment

Product Engineer

Full-Time
$200k - $220k+ Equity
Mid
New York, NY, USA
In Person
Software EngineeringFull-Stack Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A strong track record of shipping high-quality, full-stack consumer applications, with proficiency in Python, Postgres, TypeScript, and React or React Native.
  • Deep product intuition and a passion for user experience; experience leading the development of 0-to-1 products in fast-paced environments and owning features from initial concept to users.
  • Excitement for integrating technologies such as large language models to build user experiences; expertise in AI is not required.
  • Fluency with modern engineering practices, a high bar for code quality, and use of AI-assisted tools such as Cursor or Copilot.
Responsibilities
  • Build and ship AI-powered features across web and mobile applications using React, React Native, and TypeScript.
  • Partner with the AI team to integrate large language model agents into conversational user interfaces.
  • Own features across the full stack, from Python and Postgres backend APIs to the frontend.
  • Implement the user interface and full-stack functionality for an AI triage tool that guides patients through a conversational flow to find the appropriate care setting.
  • Build the frontend experience for an AI care partner, including real-time streaming responses in a chat interface.
  • Develop full-stack systems for a proactive health engine, connecting AI-driven insights to members through personalized in-app notifications and interactive modules.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior experience in a regulated space such as healthcare or fintech.
  • A strong eye for design and user interface details.

About the company

Arlo offers health benefits tailored for small and medium-sized businesses, providing comprehensive coverage with a broad 750,000-provider in-network network and cost-containment strategies that help clients save 20-30% versus traditional carriers. Its product combines health plans designed to lower monthly premiums with a digital platform that enhances the member experience, including 24/7 virtual primary care and straightforward administrative support. By focusing on SMBs and offering an expansive in-person network alongside modern care solutions, Arlo differentiates itself from standard carriers through practical cost savings, easy benefits management, and broad access. The company’s goal is to deliver affordable, high-quality health benefits that simplify administration while improving care access for employees.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$4M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2022

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Arlo wrote mid-eight figures in premiums by March 2025, showing real demand.
  • June 2026 updates show Nationwide expanding Arlo's medical stop-loss role.
  • August 2026 product messaging stresses nationwide availability and built-in Member Advocates.

What critics are saying

  • Arlo's March 2025 $4 million seed round leaves it undercapitalized against entrenched carriers.
  • Securities litigation settlement around Arlo signals disclosure risk and investor trust damage.
  • Nationwide concentration makes partner loss existential; one termination would cripple underwriting credibility.

What makes Arlo unique

  • Arlo's AI underwriting plus Nationwide stop-loss partnership anchors its small-group positioning.
  • Founded by Palantir and Finch operators, Arlo sells tech-native benefits distribution.
  • Member Advocates and value-based plans differentiate Arlo from barebones level-funded carriers.

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Benefits

  • Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

21%

1 year growth

21%

2 year growth

21%
Adessonews
Apr 8th, 2025
Arlo raises $4M in seed funding

The insurtech startup Arlo has raised a seed round of $4 million, led by Upfront Ventures with participation from 8VC and General Catalyst. Founded in 2022 by Jan-Felix Schneider and Karthik Bhaskara, Arlo specializes in self-funded health plans for SMEs. The funds will be used to expand distribution, enhance operations, and grow development and sales teams. Arlo uses AI for quick, personalized quotes, improving access to quality healthcare for small businesses.

FinSMEs
Mar 25th, 2025
Arlo Raises $4M Seed Funding

Arlo, a NYC-based AI-powered health insurance underwriter for small businesses, raised $4M in Seed funding.

PR Newswire
Mar 25th, 2025
Arlo Secures $4M to Revolutionize Insurance

Arlo, an AI-powered health insurance underwriter for small businesses, announced $4M in seed funding led by Upfront Ventures, with participation from 8VC and General Catalyst. The company aims to reshape self-funded health insurance with AI-driven underwriting and value-based care, addressing rising costs and misaligned incentives. Arlo plans to expand its team and broker network to offer affordable, high-quality benefits to small businesses nationwide.

Coverager
Oct 28th, 2024
Nationwide Partners With Arlo

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