What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Backend Software Engineer position at Parsyl?
About Parsyl
Parsyl is a data-driven insurance company that helps businesses navigate the complexities of global supply chains. We combine underwriting expertise with modern technology to provide solutions that not only mitigate risk but also drive resilience, sustainability, and positive impact. Our mission is to create a more certain world by helping our customers manage risk and thrive in an ever-changing environment.
Parsyl offers a suite of A-rated cargo insurance solutions designed to meet the unique needs of businesses operating in global markets. With operations in both US and London insurance markets, Parsyl has its own managed syndicate at Lloyd's of London and leads a major marine cargo consortium. Parsyl focuses on insuring underserved food, beverage, and pharmaceutical commodities within the marine cargo sector. By integrating new data sources and advanced technology with traditional underwriting expertise, Parsyl empowers clients to build more resilient and adaptable supply chains.
Parsyl is based in Denver, CO and London, England.
What You'll Work On
As a Staff Backend Software Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping and building the core backend systems that support all post-bind aspects of our insurance business. This includes claims processing, policy administration, and integrations with various enterprise systems. You will work on critical APIs and data pipelines that connect and streamline internal applications, third-party platforms, and external customer and partner integrations.
In this role, you will help untangle complex system architectures, integrating and optimizing workflows across multiple platforms and establishing robust connections to other essential systems. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and scalability of our post-bind operations.
You will collaborate closely with an experienced cross-functional team, including product management, data engineering, design, and software engineering, to deliver scalable, well-architected solutions that enhance our insurance operations.
Parsyl is committed to cultivating a diverse pool of candidates interested in joining a mission-driven company. We are building an inclusive team at Parsyl that welcomes different perspectives and creative ideas in order to best achieve our mission.
What we're looking for:
Market competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range of $190,000-$210,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills.
Additional Financial Benefits include:
Parsyl is a data-driven insurance company that helps businesses navigate the complexities of global supply chains. We combine underwriting expertise with modern technology to provide solutions that not only mitigate risk but also drive resilience, sustainability, and positive impact. Our mission is to create a more certain world by helping our customers manage risk and thrive in an ever-changing environment.
Parsyl offers a suite of A-rated cargo insurance solutions designed to meet the unique needs of businesses operating in global markets. With operations in both US and London insurance markets, Parsyl has its own managed syndicate at Lloyd's of London and leads a major marine cargo consortium. Parsyl focuses on insuring underserved food, beverage, and pharmaceutical commodities within the marine cargo sector. By integrating new data sources and advanced technology with traditional underwriting expertise, Parsyl empowers clients to build more resilient and adaptable supply chains.
Parsyl is based in Denver, CO and London, England.
What You'll Work On
As a Staff Backend Software Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping and building the core backend systems that support all post-bind aspects of our insurance business. This includes claims processing, policy administration, and integrations with various enterprise systems. You will work on critical APIs and data pipelines that connect and streamline internal applications, third-party platforms, and external customer and partner integrations.
In this role, you will help untangle complex system architectures, integrating and optimizing workflows across multiple platforms and establishing robust connections to other essential systems. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and scalability of our post-bind operations.
You will collaborate closely with an experienced cross-functional team, including product management, data engineering, design, and software engineering, to deliver scalable, well-architected solutions that enhance our insurance operations.
- Design, build, and optimize backend APIs and data pipelines that power claims processing, policy administration, and enterprise integrations
- Collaborate with existing CRM and financial systems to develop scalable solutions that are deeply integrated
- Architect and implement integration with internal and external claims systems to streamline claims processing workflows
- Work with various enterprise systems to create seamless post-bind processes, ensuring interoperability and efficiency
- Develop and maintain backend services that support data-driven decision-making and automation across the organization
- Partner with product, design, and data teams to translate complex business needs into technical solutions
- Improve system reliability, scalability, and security through well-architected solutions and best practices
- Mentor and collaborate with other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning
Parsyl is committed to cultivating a diverse pool of candidates interested in joining a mission-driven company. We are building an inclusive team at Parsyl that welcomes different perspectives and creative ideas in order to best achieve our mission.
What we're looking for:
- 8 years of backend engineering experience
- Experience with backend and API architectural best practices
- Experience developing within AWS or other cloud providers
- Comfortable in fast-paced environment with Agile values
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience working within the supply chain and logistics industry
- Experience building customer or partner-facing API solutions
- Experience working within the insurance industry
Market competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range of $190,000-$210,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills.
Additional Financial Benefits include:
- Stock options
- 401(k) including company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on your start date (100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and 75% of premiums for dependents based on a solid, mid-tier plan)
- Six weeks of fully paid leave family and/or medical leave
- Monthly wellness benefit of $100 per month
- Unlimited vacation policy
- Company Breaks - quarterly mental health days, week long summer break and winter break
- Paid sabbatical program
- Significant career growth opportunities and continuing education stipend
- Flexible work environment based on role requirements
- Commuter benefit of $100 per month for public transportation or parking costs
- Home office set-up stipend of up to $1000
Salary : $190,000 - $210,000
