SDE - 1 (ACKO Clinic)

ACKO is the protection destination for over 200 million tech-savvy families across India, protecting their families, assets and money. Launched in 2016, ACKO started by reimagining insurance, making it simple, hassle-free and customer-first. Today, our mission goes beyond that: we aim to touch the lives of 1 million users, building products that solve real-world problems with technology at the core.

We are not just another insurance company, our DNA is product-tech, and our approach is bold, innovative, and digital-first. From zero commission, zero paperwork, and instant renewals to same-day claims settlements and app-based tracking, ACKO is a Welcome Change from traditional insurers.

But what truly sets us apart? Our people. At ACKO, every Acker’s voice and ideas matter. We’re a vibrant, inclusive team of creators, thinkers, and doers, building products that redefine protection while ensuring each Acker grows, thrives and does meaningful work.

Join us at ACKO, where bold ideas, real impact and tech-driven innovation redefine protection and peace of mind - and where YOU can make a real difference in people's lives. ACKO is a product-tech company, launched in 2016, solving real-world problems for customers, starting with insurance. And as a customer-first organization serving the digitally-savvy, ACKO’s value proposition of ‘Welcome Change’ focuses on offerings that make insurance simple and hassle-free! With features such as zero commission, zero paperwork, instant renewal, same-day claim settlements, and app-based updates on claims, ACKO is a 'Welcome Change' from traditional insurers.

Having said that, we are not just another conventional insurance firm, or the people consulted solely for "claims”! Anchored in a tech-centric philosophy, ACKO’s approach fuels innovation, empowering us to develop comprehensive products that cater to every aspect of our customers' insurance requirements. And while we are at it, we put our Ackers at the heart of everything we do. We're not your typical 9-to-5 workplace; we're a vibrant and inclusive bunch of innovators and creators making sure every Acker’s idea matters, their voice is heard, and their growth is part of our mission.

About the Role

We're looking for an SDE-1 who enjoys solving engineering problems and writing clean, efficient code. You'll work in a collaborative environment, contributing to production-quality systems under the guidance of senior engineers, while building the skills to take on greater ownership over time.

We're looking for a self-motivated engineer with a self-starter mindset who takes initiative, demonstrates ownership and is proactive about learning and solving problems. We're also looking for engineers who are curious about AI-assisted development and use it effectively as part of their daily workflow.

What we're looking for:

• 1 to 3 years of experience working on large-scale applications.

• Strong problem-solving skills, computer science fundamentals, data structures and algorithms.

• Good understanding of data structures & algorithms and their space & time complexities.

• Strong hands-on and practical working experience with at least one programming language: Java/Python/Go.

• Excellent coding skills - should be able to convert design into code fluently.

• Hands-on experience working with databases and Linux platforms.

• Curiosity and exposure to AI-assisted development tools — explores and uses AI effectively in day-to-day coding (code generation, debugging, testing, documentation), with the judgment to validate AI-generated output rather than accepting it blindly.

• B.E / B.Tech in Computer Science or equivalent from a reputed college.

Responsibilities:

• Write maintainable/scalable/efficient code.

• Follow coding standards, unit testing, code reviews, etc.

• Follow release cycles and commit to deadlines.

• Actively explore and apply AI tools to improve coding speed and quality, while maintaining ownership over correctness and validating outputs before they go into production.