Associate Software Engineer / Software Engineer

Job Description
Amazing Career Moments Happen Here
Transforming the insurance industry is ambitious, we know. That's why at Applied, we're building a team that shows up every day ready to learn, willing to try new things, and driven to deliver innovative software and services that make us indispensable to our customers - all within a culture built on values that make us indispensable to each other too. With 40+ years of experience in the Insurtech game, we're not just redefining what's achievable, we're creating a place where amazing career moments are made possible.
Position Overview
We're seeking an Associate Software Engineer / Software Engineer interested in transforming the insurance industry. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to delivering results, a passion for quality, and the ability to solve technical problems as we build solutions while simplifying and scaling along the way.
At Applied, we're committed to our work, customers, having fun, and most importantly to each other's success. Within the Technology Team, you'll partner with our global team of engineers and product managers designing, architecting, building, and testing impactful products. The Engineer will contribute to our product vision by delivering a high level of quality and technical excellence. Success will require fluency in SaaS-based application development, test automation, analytical skills, and unwavering dedication to software quality.
What You'll Do

• Contribute to design, development, and delivery of releasable, high-quality software
• Author code aligned with internal standards and guidance from architects to ensure maintainability and consistency across our products
• Use AI tools responsibly (e.g., code assistance, test generation, analysis, and documentation) to accelerate velocity and improve quality while validation outputs and ownership of contributions to the customer experience
• Develop, maintain, and update automated test systems as functionality changes during the evolution of our products
• Assess the impact of changes by actively engaging in code reviews, design reviews, and technical discussions with engineering and product teams
• Monitor application performance in production and non-production environments
• Debug and resolve application errors and performance issues
• Continuously learn about new tools and technologies

We're Excited to Learn More About You
We're looking for someone who:

• Ability to work from an Applied Systems office on an ad hoc basis, with remote workdays for deep work.

Your experience should include some or all of the following:
Associate Software Engineer:

• 1-3 Years of hands-on backend experience with Golang, contributing to microservices (gRPC & REST APIs) and backend systems in a cloud-based environment with messaging/pub-sub components
• Working knowledge of cloud platforms (strong preference for GCP, with AWS or Azure acceptable), including exposure to Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience supporting data pipelines and backend services, with some exposure to AI/ML workflows or integrations in production or near-production environments
• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices including software development life cycles, coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.

Software Engineer position requires:

• 3+ Years of hands-on backend experience with Golang, contributing to microservices (gRPC & REST APIs) and backend systems in a cloud-based environment with messaging/pub-sub components
• Working knowledge of cloud platforms (strong preference for GCP, with AWS or Azure acceptable), including exposure to Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience supporting data pipelines and backend services, with some exposure to AI/ML workflows or integrations in production or near-production environments
• Knowledge of Agile frameworks, ideally Scrum, and tools like Jira and Confluence
• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices including software development life cycles, coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
• Ability to communicate in a team-oriented environment to clarify requirements and deliver solutions within committed timelines
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and distributed systems - pub/sub messaging, async job processing, or streaming pipelines.

We know that talent comes from all backgrounds and experience levels. We encourage military members and their spouses as well as candidates without a degree or a background in tech to apply!
Location
Candidate will need to reside in North America, working arrangement will be remote.
When You Join Team Applied, You Can Expect:
A culture that values who you are and recognizes that you aren't just an employee; you are a teammate, and you matter. We thrive on the benefits of our different experiences and celebrate the uniqueness our teammates bring to work with them every day.
We flex our time together , collaborating remotely and in-person to empower our teams to work in the ways that work best for them.
A comprehensive benefits and compensation package that centers our teammates and helps them to bring their best to work every day:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Holiday and Vacation Time
• Health & Wellness Days
• A Bonus Day for Your Birthday

Learn more about the people behind our products at https://www1.appliedsystems.com/en-us/about-us/jobs/
Our targeted starting base salary in the United States for this position ranges from $60,000 - $120,000. To determine a new team member's starting pay, we consider a variety of factors, including someone's depth, breadth, and variety of experience, skills, and responsibilities. Depending on the role, team members may also be eligible to participate in additional compensation plans such as bonus and commission.
Your Security Matters:
Our candidates' personal information and online safety are top of mind for us. At Applied, we proactively protect your personal information and only communicate with candidates via a secure @appliedsystems.com email or through our official careers portal. Recruiters will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers.
EEO Statement
Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don't discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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