Senior Fullstack Engineer (Contract to Hire)

SimpliSure, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SimpliSure, Inc., located in Alexandria, VA, is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Engineer with expertise in Python, Django/Flask, and React for a contract-to-hire position. This role involves developing Python scripts, designing and securing APIs, and requires 5+ years of experience in related technologies. Flexibility for remote work is available, with occasional on-site presence required. Candidates should have a strong product focus and enjoy working in fast-paced startup environments. Join a company committed to diversity and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Django/Flask.
• 2+ years of experience architecting AWS solutions.
• 2+ years of experience with React and Docker.
• Proven track record of shipping high-quality code.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Python scripts for data processing.
• Design and secure APIs for reliable system communication.

Skills

Django/Flask

AWS

Python

React

Docker

Generative AI

API security

Job description

Senior Full-Stack Engineer - Python/React (Contract to Hire)

Simplisure is a fast growing life insurance technology tech company that was founded by industry veterans who have more than 20 years of experience. Our mission is to create the most robust life insurance robo-advisor.

We are seeking a Senior Full-Stack Engineer for a 3-6 month contract with the potential for conversion into a full time role. The role requires experience in Python, Django/Flask API, API security, AWS cloud, generative AI experience, and React front end development.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop and maintain python scripts for automating data processing, API interactions, and system integrations
• Design, implement, and secure APIs to ensure reliable communication between internal and external systems

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Previously worked with at least 2-3 startups that raised Seed to Series A
• Built products 0 to 1 with real users and revenue
• Product and customer-focused mindset
• 5+ years of experience with Django/Flask
• 2+ years of experience architecting and deploying production level solutions in AWS
• 2+ years of experience with React
• 2+ years of experience with Docker
• Experience working with generative AI
• Proven track record of shipping high-quality code in a fast-paced environment

What We're Looking For:

• Self-motivated and thrives in a fast paced startup environment
• Willing to take ownership of projects and feature development
• Strong communication skills and able to translate highly technical subject matter to non-technical stakeholders

Nice to have:

• Previous work experience in fintech is a huge plus
• Experience with generative AI and data modeling
• Started a company before

Additional Information:

• Simplisure will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position.
• This is a contract to hire position with the possiblity of converting to a full time role
• Flexible/remote with occasional on-site presence required in Alexandria, VA
• Must be available 6 hours per week during business hours Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM
• Candidates must be willing to work on Sundays during release weekends
• Please no agencies, third parties, or Corp-to-Corp submissions

Simplisure embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.