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Gradient AI:
Gradient AI is a leading provider of AI solutions for the Group Health and P&C insurance industries. Our solutions improve loss ratios and profitability by predicting underwriting and claim risks with greater accuracy, as well as reducing quote turnaround times and claim expenses through intelligent automation. Gradient AI’s SaaS platform leverages a vast industry data lake comprising tens of millions of policies and claims, providing insurers with high resolution, data-driven insights. Customers include some of the most recognized insurance carriers, MGAs, MGUs, TPAs, risk pools, PEOs, and large self-insured employers across all major lines of insurance. Founded in 2018, Gradient has experienced strong growth every year, and recently raised $56 million in Series C funding from top Insurtech investors.
About the Role:
As a Senior Front-End Software Engineer, you will be responsible for developing high-quality, scalable, and intuitive web applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement user-friendly interfaces that enhance the overall user experience. This is an opportunity to work with innovative technology in a dynamic environment, contributing to impactful solutions that drive business success.
How you will make an impact:
- Lead the development of complex, high-performance React applications.
- Take ownership of front-end development, driving innovative solutions that elevate user experience and maximize usability.
- Design and implement intuitive, visually stunning user interfaces that align with product requirements.
- Collaborate closely with product managers and back-end developers to create seamless, end-to-end solutions.
- Stay up to date with the latest React developments, libraries, and trends.
- Promote knowledge sharing and technical excellence within the team.
Skills needed to succeed:
- Deep and advanced knowledge of React, including custom hooks, memo, suspense, concurrent mode, and performance optimization techniques like code splitting and lazy loading.
- Extensive experience with state management and the libraries Redux, React-Query, and React Router.
- Component based architecture and patterns including HOCs, Render Props, Portals.
- Strong ability to translate complex user requirements into visually stunning, intuitive UIs.
- Familiarity with Linux, Docker, and git.
- Familiarity with Python, and developing web applications using Flask, is a big plus.
- Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and Terraform a plus.
What We Offer:
- A fun, team-oriented startup culture.
- Generous stock options - we all get to own a piece of what we’re building.
- Unlimited vacation days.
- Flexible schedule that supports working from home.
- Full benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid paternal leave, and more.
- Ample opportunities to learn and take on new responsibilities.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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