Senior Software Engineer - Node.js

About Integrated Specialty Coverages

Integrated Specialty Coverages, LLC (ISC) is a growth stage technology and data-driven commercial insurance wholesaler leading innovation in the market.  

Backed by one of the leading private equity firms, KKR, and led by a forward-thinking management team, ISC is combining the worlds of insurance and technology to create an Insurtech powerhouse. As a leading online distributor of insurance products for a range of industries and “Main Street USA”, we are looking for the right people to help us in our mission of achieving exponential growth. We strive to be the number one place to go for brokers and agents to source insurance. To accomplish this, we’re building a digitally focused team that deeply understands the intersection between user experience, data, and AI/ML to optimize the way we engage with our customers and partners.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Node.js Backend Developer who will be responsible for developing robust APIs and micro-services, modernizing legacy systems, and ensuring the security and scalability of our applications. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Nodejs development, extensive experience with AWS technologies, and a strong background in API development and database integration. You will be part of cross-functional team that is very collaborative both internally and externally within the engineering organization. This role is 80% hands-on and 20% technical leadership & mentorship.  

Position Responsibilities: 

• Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs and microservices using Node.js and frameworks like Nest.js.
• Architect scalable and maintainable Node.js codebases, implementing best practices and design patterns.
• Manage and optimize SQL and NoSQL databases to ensure efficient data handling and storage.
• Write clean, well-documented code and create comprehensive API documentation using Open API Specification tools like Swagger.
• Develop and implement thorough unit, integration, and automation tests using frameworks such as Jest or Cypress, including mocking of external dependencies and asynchronous operations.
• Deploy, optimize, and automate Node.js applications in AWS cloud environments, focusing on performance improvement and cost efficiency.
• Lead the technical direction of projects, addressing complex challenges and making key architectural decisions.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the team's overall technical growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business requirements.
• Stay updated with the latest Node.js ecosystem trends and best practices, recommending and implementing improvements as needed. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent; or relevant certifications with 7+ years of software engineering experience.
• 5+ years of Node.js experience, with expert level proficiency in Node.js 18.x+ and frameworks like Nest.js or Express. 
• Strong background in API and microservices development.
• Mastery of modern JavaScript standards, TypeScript, and code quality tools (ESLint, Prettier).
• Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases, particularly MySQL and DynamoDB.
• Extensive experience with unit and integration testing using frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, or Chai.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS technologies, including EC2, S3, RDS, ECS, DynamoDB, and Lambda.
• Excellent communication skills for requirements gathering, solution design, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior developers.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to AWS Serverless Technologies and advanced containerization tools like Docker, as well as orchestration platforms such as Fargate/Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
  

Benefits of Working at ISC

• Employee Ownership Program - every eligible employee shares in the financial rewards that grow when the company grows
• Professional development opportunities
• Owner Referral Program
• Work from home reimbursement for remote/hybrid roles
• Burnalong digital health and wellness platform
• Canary emergency financial assistance program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Confidential, Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account, includes company contribution
• Short-term disability
• Voluntary benefits - supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital insurance
• Employee discounts
• 401(k) Plan with company match contribution
• Various Time Off Programs
• 11 company paid holidays

Applicants may contact the ISC HR department via e-mail or phone to request and arrange for an accommodation that will allow the applicant to successfully complete the application process. Applicants needing assistance may request accommodation at any time. Please contact ISC at HR@ISCMGA.com or 760-599-7242.

ISC believes in creating long-term relationships by being responsive and relevant and by consistently delivering value to our community of customers. Specifically, we focus on attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent for our business, challenging our people, demonstrating a “can-do” attitude, and fostering a collaborative and mutually supportive environment.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or Federal law.

**Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.**

**ISC participates in the Federal E-Verify program**