Tech Lead, Software Engineer

Converge Insurance

. Own and drive architectural decisions across the platform, including API design, data modeling, infrastructure, security, and third-party integrations .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • Brazil, Colombia, Uruguay, Dominican RepublicSenior💰 $8,000 - $10,800 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architectural decision-making, API design, and data modeling while ensuring compliance with SOC 2 standards. Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams, drive technical strategy, and deliver scalable solutions in a high-performance environment.

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Architectural Decision-MakingAPI DesignSOC 2 ComplianceTeam LeadershipAWS Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringClean CodeSOLID PrinciplesDistributed SystemsAPI-First ThinkingData ModelingTechnical ScopingRisk IdentificationProduction-Grade SystemsVersion Control

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationMentorshipPsychological SafetyContinuous LearningCultural Leadership

Tools & Technologies

AWSDockerApache AirflowNeo4jGraphQLCDNs

Industry Keywords

Cyber-Risk AssessmentTechnical DebtDeployment ReliabilityObservable Data PipelinesData Integrity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AirflowApacheAWSDistributed SystemsDockerGraphQLNeo4j

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and drive architectural decisions across the platform, including API design, data modeling, infrastructure, security, and third-party integrations
Define and raise engineering standards for code quality, testing, documentation, and secure coding practices consistent with SOC 2
Lead technical scoping, risk identification, and estimation for major product initiatives
Drive the AI-powered underwriting roadmap and intelligent automation for cyber-risk assessment
Identify and resolve technical debt while balancing short-term delivery with long-term platform health
Lead, mentor, and develop senior and mid-level engineers through coaching, code reviews, and pairing sessions
Foster psychological safety, continuous learning, and accountability across engineering
Partner with underwriting, actuarial, and product leadership to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
Partner with the CTO on technical strategy, roadmap priorities, and platform scalability
Lead engineering's contribution to the SOC 2 journey
Manage relationships with external data providers and risk analytics platforms such as KYND
Design and deliver production-grade features for quoting, policy management, broker workflows, and claims integrations
Architect and maintain observable data pipelines for risk assessment and actuarial modeling
Own CI/CD infrastructure, deployment reliability, and platform observability
Ensure the platform scales securely with user volume and product sophistication

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of professional software engineering experience
At least 3 years in a lead or principal capacity
Proven ownership of complex, production-grade systems end-to-end, from architecture through deployment, scaling, and long-term reliability
Expert command of clean code, SOLID, design patterns, distributed systems, and API-first thinking
Track record of driving architectural decisions and communicating technical strategy clearly to non-engineering stakeholders and executives
Ability to lead, grow, and retain a high-performing engineering team through mentorship, hiring, and cultural leadership
Security-conscious mindset, including data integrity, access control, and compliance
Exceptional written and verbal communication
Intellectual curiosity about technology, data, and risk
Competency with AWS, Docker, Apache Airflow, Neo4j, GraphQL, and CDNs
Proficient understanding of version control best practices using Git
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and an inclusive environment