Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Simply Business

Simply Business

501-1,000 employees

Provides tailored business insurance solutions

Fintech
Financial Services

Senior

London, UK

Hybrid position.

Category
Backend Engineering
Frontend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
Ruby
Requirements
  • Strong programming skills in any language. We look for strong Engineers and our philosophy is that a strong Engineer is not defined by the technologies they use; therefore Ruby experience is not essential. You’ll just need to be happy to cross-over to Ruby if you join us – and we will support you with that
  • Strong desire to work collaboratively with business teams. We do not divide ‘business’ and ‘tech’ teams, we see both as one team as we are all working towards one shared goal
  • Strong interpersonal skills to work well in our very open and friendly environment
  • Proactive in suggesting new tools, processes and technologies – anything which will help us continually improve!
  • The ability to communicate technical concepts to non technical members of the team
  • Ability to own small sub projects from ideation to delivery into our customers hands.
Responsibilities
  • be hands-on in developing our products using best practices, appropriate tools and technologies
  • work with cross functional collaborative teams, helping to clarify requirements at the onset of projects and suggesting different and relevant technical approaches
  • champion Agile processes across the team
  • highlight areas for continuous improvement and driving their prioritisation
  • mentor junior members of the team where needed
  • be proactive in suggesting new tools, technologies and ways of working

Simply Business provides business insurance specifically designed for small businesses and landlords in the UK. Their offerings include various types of insurance such as public liability, professional indemnity, employers' liability, and specialized coverages like tool and van insurance. Clients can easily obtain quotes and purchase policies through an online platform, which allows for quick adjustments to coverage as business needs evolve. Unlike many traditional insurance providers, Simply Business focuses on the unique requirements of small enterprises, making the insurance process straightforward and flexible. The company's goal is to be a reliable partner for small business owners, helping them protect their operations with tailored insurance solutions.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2000

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for digital insurance solutions benefits Simply Business's online platform.
  • Partnerships enhance customer experience and streamline the insurance purchasing process.
  • Expansion of gig economy increases need for flexible insurance products.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from emerging insurtech startups could erode market share.
  • Economic uncertainty in the UK may reduce spending on insurance by small businesses.
  • Changes in UK landlord regulations could impact demand for landlord insurance products.

What makes Simply Business unique

  • Simply Business offers tailored insurance for small businesses and landlords in the UK.
  • Their digital-first platform simplifies the insurance buying process for clients.
  • Partnerships with companies like Coterie Insurance expand their coverage offerings.

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