Software Engineer

Hippo is a hyper-growth series E round startup that is taking the market by storm. Our technology first approach is modernizing the otherwise stale home insurance industry, from IOT monitoring devices to our industry leading software. Led by a strong team of passionate business and technology veterans, we're rapidly expanding by inviting great engineers to join our talented, close knit team here in the Bay Area.

We're looking for a talented backend engineer to help us grow the product line and expand across the United States. 

Responsibilities:

• Work with a small, cross functional team on products and features to support and drive growth
• Build user friendly, highly scalable and fault tolerant solutions across our industry disrupting product portfolio
• Elevate our technology and best practices through partnership with the Head of Engineering and other tech leaders
• Join stakeholder groups to guide engineering wide initiatives (security, devops, infrastructure, agile, hiring, etc)

Required Qualifications:

•  3+ years professional experience as a backend developer on web services and systems
•  3+ years with Node.js, JavaScript, and/or Python
•  Proficiency with database systems (such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
•  BS Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent
•  Prior startup experience preferred 

Compensation & Perks:

•  Heavy equity package, competitive salaries, unlimited PTO policy (with manager approval)
•  Generous medical, dental, vision, 401K, FSA account, commuter benefits including free parking pass, and others.
•  Fully stocked kitchen & AMAZINGLY GOOD in-house BBQ on Fridays
•  Work and play with super smart, friendly people in our high energy office!

Hippo is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. 

Hippo’s applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to an applicant’s disability or need for accommodation. Any Hippo applicant who requires reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Hippo’s People Team to make the need for an accommodation known