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Full-Time

Data Engineer

Updated on 9/11/2024

Kin Insurance

Kin Insurance

501-1,000 employees

Direct-to-consumer home insurance provider

Fintech
Financial Services

Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Data Engineering
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Redshift
Python
MySQL
SQL
Java
Postgres
AWS
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience in data engineering or data integration with a focus on data modeling
  • 2+ years of experience with lakehouse architecture
  • Experience with data pipeline tools and platforms such as dbt, Databricks, FiveTran, and AWS
  • Experienced programmer using languages such as SQL, Python, and/or Java
  • Previous experience with databases such as AWS Redshift, MySQL, Postgres, SQL Server, etc
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage with stakeholders across different levels of the organization
Responsibilities
  • Leading a cross-functional project team with members from AppEng, DataEng, BI, and business stakeholders tasked with designing a solution to produce effective reporting, implementing data validation standards, and QA procedures to ensure effective data lifecycle and management practices
  • Establishing trust and relationships with stakeholders while defining technical requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals
  • Creating data validation and quality standards and metrics to monitor the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data
  • Maintaining a centralized metadata catalog to document data assets, schemas and lineage
  • Ensure pipelines and storage solutions comply with Kin’s standards on privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and GLBA
  • Implementing data security, encryption, and access controls to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access or disclosure
  • Monitor data access logs and audit trails to detect unauthorized access or usage of data

Kin Insurance simplifies the home insurance experience for homeowners, especially those in coastal areas. The company offers clear and straightforward insurance options that are easy to understand and obtain, addressing the complexity and high costs typically associated with home insurance. By providing direct-to-consumer insurance policies, Kin eliminates the need for brokers or agents, which helps reduce costs and allows for more personalized service. This model fosters a closer relationship with clients, enhancing customer satisfaction. Kin uses technology and data to offer competitive rates and tailor coverage to meet individual homeowner needs. Their commitment to transparency and customer support is evident in the positive feedback from clients, many of whom save an average of $500 when switching to Kin. The goal of Kin Insurance is to make home insurance more accessible, affordable, and customer-focused, distinguishing itself in the competitive insurance market.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$496.3M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

15%

2 year growth

28%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Kin's rapid geographic expansion and significant growth in gross written premium and total revenue highlight strong market demand and operational success.
  • The company's ability to secure substantial reinsurance and investment funding underscores its financial stability and growth potential.
  • Kin's innovative approach and customer-centric model have resulted in high customer satisfaction and significant cost savings for clients.

What critics are saying

  • The high-risk nature of coastal areas could lead to increased claims and financial strain, especially in the event of multiple catastrophic events.
  • Rapid expansion into new states may stretch resources and impact service quality and operational efficiency.

What makes Kin Insurance unique

  • Kin Insurance's direct-to-consumer model eliminates intermediaries, offering more competitive rates and personalized service compared to traditional insurers.
  • Their focus on coastal homeowners allows them to specialize in high-risk areas often underserved by other insurers.
  • Kin leverages technology and data to continuously update and improve their offerings, ensuring relevance and affordability in a dynamic market.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision

Life & disability

Commuter benefits

401k

Education & professional development

Flexible PTO

Company provided lunch