Are you a proven software developer with a passion for mentorship and collaboration? Join Kinsale Insurance, a leading excess and surplus (E&S) lines carrier headquartered in Richmond, VA. We’re known for our high-performance culture, innovative technology environment, and the direct impact our teams have on real business outcomes. At Kinsale, developers work side by side with product teams and business stakeholders in a dynamic, Agile setting where your contributions matter from day one.
About the RoleWe’re seeking a Senior Software Developer to join one of our cross-functional Agile teams. In this role, you’ll contribute to the full lifecycle of enterprise applications—from design to deployment—while helping shape the vision and roadmap for your team’s software solutions. You’ll lead by example, influence architecture decisions, and explore cutting-edge technologies that drive business excellence and continuous learning.
What You’ll Do- Delivering high-quality code and scalable solutions aligned with business needs and team objectives.
- Leading or contributing to the design and architecture of maintainable, enterprise-grade applications.
- Evaluating and recommending technologies or approaches to solve complex business challenges.
- Championing best practices in coding, testing, and Agile methodologies across the team.
- Identifying opportunities to streamline code, improve system efficiency, and drive innovation.
- Collaborating closely with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle.
- Contributing across the full technology stack to support team goals and career development.
- Engaging in Agile ceremonies to support continuous improvement, collaboration, and excellence.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred).
- 3+ years of experience as a full-stack developer with a strong foundation in enterprise application development.
- Strong experience with Java, including Spring, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, Docker, REST, SOAP, and Hibernate.
- 2+ years of hands-on experience with AWS; AWS Certified Developer certification is a plus.
- Familiarity with Agile software development practices and cross-functional team collaboration.
- Proficiency leveraging AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) and Large Language Models to optimize engineering workflows.
- Solid understanding of RAG systems and autonomous agent-based architectures using proprietary or open-source AI models.
- Preferred: Experience with event-driven architecture, serverless technologies, AngularJS/Angular, Node.js, SQL, SQS, Confluent Kafka, Kong, and DevOps tools such as Git, GitLab, Maven, and SonarCloud.
- Competitive Pay & Bonus Opportunities – Rewarding performance, initiative, and technical excellence.
- Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, and vision insurance with up to $3,600 (individual) or $6,800 (family) in HSA contributions per year.
- Work-Life Balance – Generous paid time off including 22 days of PTO and 10 paid company holidays.
- Career Growth – Clear promotion paths, mentorship, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Retirement & Security – Up to 6% matching 401(k) contributions on base salary and bonus, plus standard life insurance and disability coverage.
- Continuous Learning – Annual $3,000 reimbursement for educational training and certifications.
Kinsale values strong financial responsibility. A credit check will be conducted as part of the selection process for roles that require sound judgment, trustworthiness, or access to sensitive information.
Ready to Apply?If you’re a driven engineer who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and building solutions that make a real difference, this is your opportunity. Join Kinsale Insurance and grow your career in a company that rewards excellence, initiative, and continuous learning.
Apply today and start building your future with us!
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Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience as a full-stack developer with enterprise application development
- Strong experience with Java, including Spring, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, and Hibernate
- Experience with Docker, REST, and SOAP
- 2+ years of hands-on experience with AWS
- Proficiency leveraging AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) and Large Language Models
- Solid understanding of RAG systems and autonomous agent-based architectures using AI models
- Familiarity with Agile software development practices and cross-functional team collaboration
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- AWS Certified Developer certification
- Experience with event-driven architecture, serverless technologies, AngularJS/Angular, Node.js, SQL, SQS, Confluent Kafka, Kong
- Familiarity with DevOps tools such as Git, GitLab, Maven, and SonarCloud
What We Do
Kinsale Insurance is an excess and surplus (E&S) lines insurance company located in Richmond, VA specializing in hard-to-place property, casualty, and specialty risks. Our products are distributed nationwide through appointed surplus lines brokers. We target small-to-midsized accounts and have the flexibility to offer terms for businesses with poor loss histories, high-risk venues, and new or high-hazard operations. Every customer receives high-quality, high-touch customer service and innovative, personalized solutions from us for every account. In each corner of our operation, from underwriting to technology and everything in between, we take ownership of every step of the process by doing as much as possible in-house. Kinsale is focused on creating a team-centered, results-driven work environment that is constantly growing, making progress toward our goals, and reaching new milestones at every checkpoint. Our culture rewards the doers: people who seek new opportunities, take initiative, and challenge the status quo. Our newly constructed building helps improve face-to-face collaboration and allows our employees to work as a team, and we prioritize opportunities to develop those team members and their skillsets. Learn more about Kinsale’s offerings by visiting our website: kinsaleins.com
