Back-end Engineer (Node.js)

We are a Polish branch of a fast-growing InsurTech product company from Silicon Valley - Hippo Insurance. Our mission is to revolutionize home insurance in the US, starting from IoT monitoring devices to our industry-leading software. 

How do we want to get there? We need a top-notch talent, just like you! 

Putting a lot of effort into hiring top-tier devs, designers, PMs, and QAs, is a proof that we care a lot about tech experience, the attitude, human approach, and what we could call „culture fit”.

„SwingDev is all about people” - yes, it may sound a bit cliche. But whether we're writing code or just hanging out, we know that people are at the heart of everything we do. We like to have a good time and keep things light, even when we're tackling big projects. We could brag about what’s making us special, but we’ve boiled it down to two key ingredients: mature, companionable people who, rather than compete, prefer to inspire and have each other’s backs; a culture of trust, empathy, and positivity that keeps us together, lets us interact as teammates and friends, and truly enjoy the ride.

So if you're a Mid Back-end Developer looking to shake things up and have a good time while you're at it, you’ve come to the right place. 🚀

We currently have two open roles, one with SwingDev—a hippo company, and another with First Connect (a software platform designed to empower insurance agents by modernizing their workflow).

First Connect has been a product developed and supported by Hippo Insurance for years and is now continuing its journey as a startup.

Let’s discuss which opportunity might be the best fit for you during our call. The requirements and salary range remain the same for both roles!

What will you do?

• You'll implement backends and their interactions with various data stores and other APIs (including 3rd party APIs).
• You'll work in an agile environment focusing on projects that are impactful on our business.
• You'll support reliable databases and APIs for real-time automated decision-making. 
• You’ll work in an agile environment focusing on projects that are impactful. 
• You'll deploy your software using industry-standard tooling like Kubernetes clusters, and Lambda functions. 
• You'll care deeply about security in everything you do and constantly raise the baseline of how we defend our user's data against external threats and themselves.  
• You'll implement robust automated test suites to ensure high quality and low failure rate of delivered code. 
• You'll work in a DevOps style to make sure Defense in Depth principles are followed and containers are as secure as humanly possible.  
• You’ll have a lot of chances to develop your programming skills as well as learn a lot about how tech business is done in the US (if you want to). 

Requirements:

• Have at least 3 years of hands-on experience with Node.js.
• Possess a good, practical knowledge of at least one relational database system, e.g. PostgreSQL/MySQL/SQL Server.
• Can engage in discussions and decisions regarding software design and architecture.
• Have experience implementing the test pyramid (unit, integration, e2e tests).
• Utilize good security practices effectively.
• Have a good command of English (written & spoken).
• Show readiness to learn and expand your skill set as required by ongoing projects.
• Are available in the afternoons - due to collaboration with the United States, evening meetings may occur. Rest assured, we prioritize work-life fit, respect everyone's private lives, and don’t work at night but we still must ensure that communication between the time zones is effective.

What you'll be using after joining us (we can teach you if needed):

• Node.js, TypeScript, Nest.js,
• Docker and container-based deployment technologies (e.g. Kubernetes/Fargate), 
• Automated software testing on unit/integration/end-to-end levels.

You will get extra points for:

• Hands-on experience with TypeScript.
• Experience with git, source control system and code reviews.

What benefits are waiting for you?

Basics 

📝 Form of employment of your choosing

🌎 Remote work & flexible working hours 

🤒 Paid sick leave

🏖️ Paid holidays

Health & Safety

💊 Private medical care with dentists & orthodontists package for you and your family 

❤️ Group life insurance

🧘 Psychotherapists support — free online sessions with psychologists and psychotherapists.

🤸 Home physiotherapy

🏅 Multisport card & meditation apps reimbursed 50%

Working conditions & Development

💻 Gear with Apple Logo and a nice Dell monitor

🌱 50% reimbursement for courses, conferences, books & certificates

🇺🇸 Free access to private language lessons

🐕 6 Personal Development Days & 4 Voluntary Days Off 

Extras you may like

🎫 Cafeteria platform — extra “stówka”every month to spend on whatever you want to

🧒 Nanny services for parents 

📦 Concierge services – a personal assistant to help you to deal with your everyday matters

🎮 Chill room with table football & PlayStation 4

🍦 Free snacks, and ice cream in the office (every day, all year round!)

🍱 Free Friday Lunch in the office

🎉 Team building events — we party together several times a year during the annual Offsite & Christmas Parties, beer after work, or our #WinterEscapeMonth workation in Cyprus

Recruitment process:

• Send us your CV – it's the best way for us to get to know you.
• Meet with one of our Recruiters - Ola.
• Complete 30-minute tech interview.
• Join Live Coding session with our Developers.
• Talk with Engineering Manager.
• Meet on the final stage with Marcin and Alicja.
• and... welcome aboard! 👋