Kin is on a mission to change home insurance from what it is to what it should be. Whether we’re leveraging data to create customizable coverage or providing claims service that goes above and beyond expectations, our members are at the heart of everything we do. In the face of ever-growing climate risk, they deserve an insurance company that cares about them. We aim to stick with our members through thick and thin.
We use efficient technology that lets homeowners buy directly from us to keep costs down. This is the essence of Kin. Our approach has fostered amazing growth, attracted marquee investors, and earned us accolades, including being named to:
- Built In Chicago's Best Places to Work, Midsize Companies (2021-2024).
- Forbes' America's Best Startup Employers (2021- 2023).
- Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies.
- Forbes’ Fintech 50.
Simply put, our people are what make us great – we need forward-thinking, inspired game-changers like you to join us in our mission.
So, what’s the role?
Kin Insurance is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to develop and maintain scalable automation solutions that drive efficiency across our organization. In this role, you'll work on complex internal and external applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Data, Software Engineering, DevOps, Product, QA, and Claims. As a senior team member, you’ll provide technical leadership, contribute to solution architecture, and mentor other engineers while advancing your own career.
A day in the life could include:
- Investigating business challenges and designing technical implementation plans for scalable solutions.
- Building and maintaining front-end applications using low-code platforms.
- Developing backend automated workflows with low-code workflow builders.
- Managing database structures in PostgreSQL to support applications and workflows.
- Integrating third-party APIs to centralize data capture and interaction.
- Mentoring and coaching team members to enhance technical skills.
- Leading working sessions to resolve development roadblocks and technical challenges.
- Keeping up with new features in relevant tools and sharing knowledge with the team.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate and implement automation solutions.
- Serving as a subject matter expert and providing technical support across the organization.
I’ve got the skills… but do I have the necessary ones?
- 5+ years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, or analytics engineering.
- Expertise in Retool or similar low-code development tools.
- Advanced SQL proficiency (PostgreSQL preferred).
- Strong JavaScript experience (both front-end and backend).
- Ability to translate business needs into actionable technical development plans.
- Experience integrating multiple APIs within workflows or applications.
- Self-starter with a proven ability to manage business-critical processes and identify efficiency improvements.
Bonus Points:
- Experience with AWS Lambda or comparable serverless computing tools.
- Familiarity with Databricks or similar platforms.
- Knowledge of DMS (Database Migration Services).
- Experience integrating with CRM and customer communication tools like Kustomer, Regal, and Customer.io.
- Background in the insurance industry.
Oh, and don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
We offer a comprehensive benefits program, allowing you to choose the benefits that are best for you and your family including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Disability Insurance options, an Employee Assistance Program, as well as elective voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, legal assistance and pet insurance.
- In addition to these benefits, we also are excited to offer the following:
- Competitive salary and equity
- 401K with a company match of up to 4%
- Flexible PTO for exempt employees, along with 8 company-observed holidays
- A paid parental leave program that provides 100% salary continuation of up to 14 weeks for birthing parents and 8 weeks for non-birthing parents
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
Kin will accept applications for the role until April 28th, 2025For Sales Agents and Customer Service Agents: These roles sit in any of the following 30 states: AL, AZ, CO, FL, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, and WI. For all other positions, these roles can sit in any of the following 40 states: AL, AR, AZ, CA (exempt only), CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, and WI.
Please only apply if you are able to live and work full-time in one of the states listed above. State locations and specifics are subject to change as our hiring requirements shift.
About Kin
Kin is the only pure-play, direct-to-consumer digital insurer focused on the growing home insurance market. We make policies convenient and affordable through a technology platform that delivers a seamless user experience, customized options for coverage, and fast, high-quality claims service. Kin is a fully licensed carrier that offers coverage through its reciprocal exchanges which are owned by its policyholders. To learn more, visit www.kin.com.
EEOC Statement
Kin is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We don't just accept difference – we honor it, nurture it, and celebrate it. We don’t discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.Compensation Range: $135K - $150K
