Novella is building AI to protect the largest, most complicated assets in the world. Whether it's a rocket going to space or a skyscraper on the coast, Novella is building the first AI powered specialty insurance brokerage.
The Role
We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our team. In your day-to-day work, you'll be responsible for building all aspects of our product, from discussing big ideas to debugging production issues. As one of our first 15 hires, you'll also help establish a strong engineering culture and take on a leadership role as the company grows.
The Day to Day
- Design and develop AI driven application on modern technology stack.
- Research and use AI tools in your line of work.
- Collaborate closely with the founders and product team to define and implement our technical vision.
What We're Looking For
- A true Senior Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
- Excited about the challenge of building a new business from scratch, not just writing more code.
- Excited to use generative AI tools in day-to-day work and adapt as the tools and best practices change.
- Our backend stack right now:
- Node, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, Docker, GitHub, and GitHub Actions.
Skills Required
- Minimum 5 years of engineering experience
- Backend development experience with Node.js and TypeScript
- Experience with PostgreSQL and Redis
- Experience with AWS and Docker
- Experience with GitHub and GitHub Actions
- Ability or willingness to use generative AI tools in daily work
- Ability to help build a new business and establish engineering culture
What We Do
Novella is an insurance technology company that helps brokers find coverage for complex customers, particularly in the excess-and-surplus (E&S) market. It uses artificial intelligence to streamline the search for suitable coverage and operates as an AI-enabled wholesaler supporting insurance brokers. The company’s goal is to make difficult insurance placements easier and more efficient through technology and automation for brokers everywhere.
