Staff Fullstack Software Engineer

Bestow • Dallas, TX

29d • Remote

About The Position

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer who thrives in rapid-prototyping environments and leverages AI to build faster and smarter. You'll work at the intersection of product innovation, domain expertise, and cutting-edge technology—turning ambiguous ideas into working demos that can either be hardened for production or inform the next generation of our platform.
This isn't about writing perfect code. It's about shipping working solutions quickly, iterating based on feedback, and knowing when to refactor vs. when to ship. You'll work alongside product managers, solution architects, actuaries, and domain experts to validate hypotheses and push the boundaries of what's possible in insurance technology.
If you're an engineer with enterprise SaaS experience who has shifted into AI-first development and wants to work on high-impact, fast-moving projects with real-world applications, this role is for you.

Requirements

• You're an engineer with enterprise SaaS experience who has shifted into AI-first development
• You thrive in ambiguity and are comfortable context-switching between multiple projects
• You're highly self-sufficient and can move quickly without heavy PM or architect support
• You have strong opinions, loosely held—you know how to make pragmatic decisions and iterate based on feedback
• You understand the difference between prototype code and production code, and when each is appropriate
• 10+ years of professional software development experience with a track record of shipping complex systems or features
• Full-stack development expertise:
• Backend: Strong proficiency in Python and/or Go; experience designing APIs, services, and integrations
• Frontend: Proficiency in React or similar modern frameworks; able to build usable demo UIs quickly
• Databases: Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and at least one NoSQL solution
• Cloud & DevOps:
• Hands-on experience with GCP (preferred) or AWS
• Comfortable provisioning environments, deploying services, and debugging in cloud-native setups
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, observability, and monitoring tools
• AI-assisted development:
• Actively uses AI tools (ClaudeCode, Codex, etc.) in day-to-day development
• Able to stitch together APIs, services, and AI models quickly to validate ideas
• Understands how to leverage AI for productivity while maintaining code quality

Nice To Haves

• Insurance domain knowledge: Experience working with life insurers, insurtechs, or understanding of insurance products (policies, riders, underwriting, etc.)
• Experience building or implementing life/annuity insurance administration systems (e.g., FAST, DXC, Sapiens, OIPA, ALIP)
• Experience working in a startup or "labs" environment with rapid iteration cycles
• Experience with GraphQL, gRPC, or event-driven architectures
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or container orchestration
• Background in fintech, regulated industries, or B2B SaaS platforms

Responsibilities

• Rapidly prototype and iterate on AI-driven insurance products and experimental features
• Own end-to-end delivery of prototypes and MVPs in a scrappy, fast-paced labs environment
• Turn ambiguous product ideas into working demos by collaborating with product, solution architects, and domain experts
• Leverage AI tools (LLMs, copilots, code generators) to accelerate development and explore novel approaches
• Build full-stack applications with usable UIs, robust APIs, and integrations with third-party services
• Make pragmatic tradeoff decisions between speed and maintainability, knowing when prototypes need hardening
• Provision and manage cloud infrastructure (GCP preferred) to support rapid experimentation
• Communicate clearly about technical risks, feasibility, and what's realistically achievable in short timeframes
• Collaborate across functions with limited hand-holding, bringing ideas to life with minimal direction
• Help define what "production-ready" looks like when prototypes transition to the core platform

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity based on role
• Policies and managers that support work/life balance, like our flexible paid time off and parental leave programs
• 100% paid-premium option for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Lifestyle stipend to support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing
• Flexible work-from-home policy and open to remote
• Remote and WFH options, as well as a beautiful, state-of-the-art office in Dallas’ Deep Ellum, for those who prefer an office setting
• Employee-led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed