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Backend Lead, Virtual insurance

OneDegreeTaipei, TaiwanOnsite
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Responsibilities


  • Lead agile teams of backend engineers, managing hiring, training, mentoring, and task coordination while actively contributing to development.
  • Foster the professional growth, performance, and code quality of the backend team.
  • Play a key role in shaping the technical design of overall solutions.
  • Assess business requirements and design scalable, high-performance, and verifiable solutions.
  • Oversee the development of large-scale distributed systems, taking ownership of critical components across various domains.
  • Ensure system scalability, performance optimization, and reliability.
  • Supervise and deliver high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code while championing engineering best practices.
  • Organize and participate in code reviews to uphold coding standards and quality.
  • Lead the creation and maintenance of comprehensive technical documentation.
  • Stay ahead of emerging technology trends and innovations.
  • Act as a pioneer in experimental AI tools, driving innovation and exploration in the field.

Requirements


  • 6+ years of experience in software development
  • 2+ years of experience as an application/system architect
  • 2+ years in a leadership role
  • Proficient in Golang, SQL, Python, and Node.js
  • Proven experience in AI technologies to increase programing efficiency and quality is plus.
  • Strong expertise in RDBMS (Oracle, PostgreSQL), data modeling, synchronization/integration, and large-scale data pipelines
  • Hands-on experience with large-scale microservices, distributed systems, cloud computing, and system architecture at scale
  • A continuous learner with a passion for mentoring and supporting others
  • Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Results-driven, adaptable, and comfortable navigating ambiguity
  • Highly collaborative, team-focused, and an effective mentor
  • Thrives in fast-paced environments

Our Technology


The following is a selection of the technologies we use:

  • GoLang, Python, Node.JS, ReactJS, NextJS 
  • PostgreSQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL, Redis, RabbitMQ 
  • Azure, GCP, Kubernetes 
  • Linux, GitLab, Docker 

Interview Process


  • Phone interview

  • Online test: 2 hours, technology knowledge and coding test.

  • 1st Interview: 3 hours, 2-2.5 hours meet with hiring managers + 0.5 hour meet with HR.

  • 2nd Interview: 1 hour, meet with LoB Head.

Other Benefits


To us, people are our greatest asset, and we are more than happy to invest in employees! We create a healthy work atmosphere and provide you with the tools and support for doing your job successfully. With a culture of flexibility and transparency, we believe there should be no barriers, and everyone’s contributions matter. 

Work Life Balance is a must 


  • 15 days annual leaves (pro-rata for partial month at first year)
  • 5 days full-pay sick leaves, 3 days menstrual leaves
  • Health check subsidy
  • Ergonomic-design chair and fully-equipped devices for work

Grow together & keep learning


  • Conferences & external subsidy
  • Learning clubs to share technical skill (e.g: Frontend/Backend tech sharing, Product Management...etc)

Work Hard, Play even Harder


  • Various entertainment & sports clubs, attend basketball clubs today, and play board game tomorrow!
  • Snacks & beverage to refill your energy anytime


This job is no longer open

Life at OneDegree

OneDegree (“The Group”) is a new generation of InsurTechs that is reimagining the industry with design and digital innovation. The Group's mission is to set new standards for insurance that puts customers first. OneDegree Hong Kong Limited ("OneDegree Hong Kong”), a subsidiary of the Group, is among the first batch of virtual insurers authorized by the Hong Kong Insurance Authority to provide insurance products purely through online channels. OneDegree Hong Kong prides itself on providing breakthrough innovations in products and services, with measurable benefits in the scale of 10x, powered by its digital platform. OneDegree Global (SG) Pte. Ltd. (“OneDegree Global”) is a technology company that offers enterprise-grade insurance core system and cyber security solutions. OneDegree Global works with insurers and other industry leaders across Asia, enabling them to accelerate digital transformation and deliver brand-new customer journeys. The company is ISO 27001 certified. Founded in 2016, OneDegree has raised more than US$30 million and is backed by renowned investors including BitRock Capital, Cyberport Macro Fund and Cathay Venture. For more details, please visit www.onedegree.hk and www.onedegree.global.
Thrive Here & What We Value - User-Centric and Product-Lead Company Culture- Healthy Work Atmosphere- Flexible Working Hours- Work-Life Balance (Maximized)- Ergonomic Design Chair- Fully-Equipped Devices for Work- Conferences & External Subsidies- Learning Clubs to Share Technical Skills- Various Entertainment & Sports Clubs- Snacks & Beverage Refill Energy Anytime
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