Lead Software Engineer

General Description of the IDEAS Department

PURE Insurance is actively investing in our data, analytics, data science, machine learning (ML), and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. Toward this, we are building a centralized Data & ML/AI department with specialists across 10 key roles: Data Architects, Data Engineers, Analytics Engineers, Data Visualization Engineers, Data Product Managers, Data Analysts, Data Scientists, ML/AI Engineers, ML Operations (MLOps) Engineers, and Data Governance Professionals. As a member of the team, you will have unique opportunities for growth and collaboration since this diverse team structure allows you to deepen your expertise while gaining insights into related technical areas.

The combination of enterprise-wide specialization and department-specific problem-solving means you will engage with every function within the complex insurance ecosystem (from IT/Technology to all business units, including Underwriting, Claims, Customer Experience, Actuarial/Pricing, Product Management, Sales/Marketing, Distribution, HR, and Finance). Moreover, you will have the opportunity to shape, establish, and work with cutting-edge products within the modern Data & ML/AI technology stack, such as Databricks, dbt, GitHub, Hex, and Arize. In cases where it provides a competitive advantage, you will also develop in-house production-grade software in Python and other programming languages. Leveraging these technologies, you will streamline the transformation of first-party and third-party data into actionable insights, placing you at the forefront of innovation and directly driving business value.

The ideal candidate for the Data & ML/AI department at PURE Insurance embodies resolve and a commitment to doing the right thing, even when it requires taking the more challenging path forward. They balance delivering short-term value with building a robust, scalable foundation. This individual thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment, communicates effectively with a diverse set of stakeholders, and prioritizes their time to align with our strategic goals. They are dedicated to leveraging their expertise and their colleagues’ complementary skills to drive continuous improvement and learning. Above all, they are accountable, transparent, and take ownership of their responsibilities, fostering trust and high performance in the team.

PURE Insurance’s company culture is a major differentiator. The leadership team understands that building a strong foundation in Data and ML/AI can take years, and they embrace the fact that learning from mistakes is an important part of the journey. PURE invests heavily in its people, prioritizing growth and development and offering extensive opportunities for mentorship, knowledge sharing, and career advancement. We seek individuals eager to think outside the box, apply insights from other companies, and challenge the status quo. Your voice matters here, and you are encouraged to speak up and make your impact felt across the organization. Join us and be part of a self-organizing Data & ML/AI department where your contributions are truly valued and will be impactful toward making PURE Insurance an industry leader in Data and ML/AI.

All positions in the Data & ML/AI Department at PURE Insurance are for full-time remote employment, where you can work anywhere in the USA. If you prefer, you can also work at one of the PURE Insurance offices located throughout the USA, including White Plains (NY), New York (NY), Warren (NJ), Chicago (IL), Boston (MA), Charleston (SC), Atlanta (GA), Fort Lauderdale (FL), Scottsdale (AZ), San Francisco (CA), and San Diego (CA). ‌