Software Developer / Senior Software Developer

Kinsale Management, Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA contributions

PTO 22 days

Job summary

Kinsale Insurance in Richmond, VA is seeking a Software Developer / Senior Software Developer to contribute to the full lifecycle of enterprise applications in a cross-functional Agile team. You will leverage AI coding tools to accelerate development and improve quality, while influencing architecture decisions based on experience.

Join a collaborative technology environment where developers work closely with product teams and business stakeholders from day one, shaping the roadmap and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field — or bootcamp certification — preferred.
• Experience with Java (Spring, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, Docker, REST, SOAP, Hibernate) and Angular (v17+).
• Exposure to full-stack or enterprise applications with proficient knowledge in one or more areas.
• Familiarity with AI coding assistants and LLMs to enhance development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, scalable code and solutions aligned with business needs and team objectives.
• Contribute to — or lead — the architecture and design of maintainable, enterprise-grade applications, aligning them with IT and business strategies.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend technologies and approaches to solve complex or evolving business challenges.
• Champion best practices in coding, testing, security, and Agile methodologies across the team.
• Identify opportunities to streamline code, reduce duplication, and improve system efficiency.
• Manage upstream and downstream dependencies across systems, teams, and environments to protect delivery timelines.
• Break down complex business and technical problems into well-defined components that support parallel development and incremental delivery.
• Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle.
• Incorporate feedback from code reviews and design discussions to continuously grow technical depth and system understanding.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, supporting continuous improvement, collaboration, and excellence.

Skills

Java

Spring

Spring Boot

JPA

Docker

REST

SOAP

Hibernate

Angular 17+

AWS

Python

Angular

Node.js

SQL

Kafka

Git

CI/CD

GitHub Copilot

AI coding assistants

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

GitLab

Maven

Visual Studio Code

IntelliJ

SonarCloud

AWS SQS

AWS EKS

Docker

Job description

Software Developer / Senior Software Developer

Job Category: Information Technology

Requisition Number: SOFTW001680

• Posted : July 29, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Corporate Office
Kinsale Insurance
2025 Staples Mill Rd
Richmond, VA 23230, USA

Corporate Office
Kinsale Insurance
2025 Staples Mill Rd
Richmond, VA 23230, USA

Are you a software developer with a passion for coding, collaboration, and mentorship? Join Kinsale Insurance, a fast-growing and successful excess and surplus (E&S) lines carrier headquartered in Richmond, VA. We foster a highly collaborative technology environment where developers work side by side with product teams and business stakeholders in a dynamic, Agile setting where your contributions matter from day one.

We're hiring across experience levels — from developers looking to deepen their architectural thinking to seasoned engineers ready to lead by example and influence architecture decisions.

About the Role

As a Software Developer / Senior Software Developer, you'll join one of our cross-functional Agile teams and contribute to the full lifecycle of enterprise applications, from design to deployment. You'll leverage generative AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude Code) in day-to-day development to accelerate coding, automate repetitive tasks, and improve code quality and productivity — and, depending on experience, help shape the vision and roadmap for your team's software solutions.

What You'll Do

• Deliver high-quality, scalable code and solutions aligned with business needs and team objectives.
• Contribute to — or lead — the architecture and design of maintainable, enterprise-grade applications, aligning them with IT and business strategies.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend technologies and approaches to solve complex or evolving business challenges.
• Champion best practices in coding, testing, security, and Agile methodologies across the team.
• Identify opportunities to streamline code, reduce duplication, and improve system efficiency.
• Manage upstream and downstream dependencies across systems, teams, and environments to protect delivery timelines.
• Break down complex business and technical problems into well-defined components that support parallel development and incremental delivery.
• Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle.
• Incorporate feedback from code reviews and design discussions to continuously grow technical depth and system understanding.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, supporting continuous improvement, collaboration, and excellence.

What You Bring

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field — or bootcamp certification — preferred.
• Experience with Java (Spring, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, Docker, REST, SOAP, Hibernate) and Angular (v17+).
• Exposure to full-stack or enterprise applications with proficient knowledge in one or more areas.
• A curiosity for staying current on the latest trends and technologies, with an eye for practical opportunities to use them.
• Familiarity with technologies such as Java (Spring, Spring Boot, JPA, Docker, REST, SOAP, Hibernate), AWS SQS, AWS EKS, Python, Angular, Node.js, SQL, JSON, Kong, Confluent Kafka, and cloud technologies (preferably AWS) is a plus.
• Experience with tools such as SonarCloud, Git, GitLab, Maven, Visual Studio Code, and IntelliJ, plus CI/CD practices, is a plus.
• Familiarity with Agile software development practices and cross-functional team collaboration.
• Experience using AI coding assistants and LLMs (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude Code) to enhance development and automation.

Expected for senior level candidates:

• 3+ years of experience as a full-stack developer, with a strong foundation in enterprise application development.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with AWS; AWS Certified Developer certification is a plus.
• Strong experience with Java, including Spring, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, Docker, REST, SOAP, and Hibernate.
• 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.

Why You’ll Love Working at Kinsale

• Competitive Pay & Bonus Opportunities – Rewarding performance, initiative, and technical excellence.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, and vision insurance with up to $3,600 (individual) or $7,000 (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, conferences, and certifications.

Integrity & Responsibility

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.

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Kinsale is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Salary Range

Software Developer: $105,000 – $117,000

Senior Software Developer: $120,000 – $150,000

This posted range is our best estimate; starting salary will be based on experience level. Additionally, the posted range reflects only base salary and does not include annual bonuses, benefits, or reimbursements.