Senior Software Developer

Benchmark Insurance Group & Rise Group • Houston, TX

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Benchmark Insurance Group is seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to design and build scalable, high-performance applications that support our growing insurance brokerage operations. This role is ideal for a developer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges while contributing to business-critical systems.

Requirements

• 5+ years of software development experience
• Strong experience with at least one of the following: C#, Java, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript
• Experience with modern frameworks (e.g., .NET, React, Angular, Node.js)
• Knowledge of REST APIs, microservices architecture, and system design
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Proficiency with SQL or NoSQL databases
• Experience using Git and CI/CD pipelines

Nice To Haves

• Experience in insurance, fintech, or financial services
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or DevOps practices
• Experience with enterprise system integrations
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to lead projects and work independently
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain scalable software applications
• Collaborate with product, operations, and leadership teams to deliver solutions
• Lead technical design and architecture decisions
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
• Review code and mentor junior developers
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems
• Build and integrate APIs and third-party services
• Ensure application performance, security, and scalability

Benefits

• Competitive salary + performance bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible work environment (remote/hybrid options)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth and leadership opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees