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Software Developer / Senior Software Developer

Kinsale Insurance · Richmond, VA · 1 mo ago
On-siteInformation Technology$105k–$117k/yrFull-time

Join Kinsale Insurance, a fast-growing and successful excess and surplus (E&S) lines carrier headquartered in Richmond, VA. We foster a highly collaborative technology environment where developers work side by side with product teams and business stakeholders in a dynamic, Agile setting where your contributions matter from day one. We're hiring across experience levels — from developers looking to deepen their architectural thinking to seasoned engineers ready to lead by example and influence architecture decisions.

About the Role

As a Software Developer / Senior Software Developer, you'll join one of our cross-functional Agile teams and contribute to the full lifecycle of enterprise applications, from design to deployment. You'll leverage generative AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude Code) in day-to-day development to accelerate coding, automate repetitive tasks, and improve code quality and productivity — and, depending on experience, help shape the vision and roadmap for your team's software solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, scalable code and solutions aligned with business needs and team objectives.
  • Contribute to — or lead — the architecture and design of maintainable, enterprise-grade applications, aligning them with IT and business strategies.
  • Research, evaluate, and recommend technologies and approaches to solve complex or evolving business challenges.
  • Champion best practices in coding, testing, security, and Agile methodologies across the team.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline code, reduce duplication, and improve system efficiency.
  • Manage upstream and downstream dependencies across systems, teams, and environments to protect delivery timelines.
  • Break down complex business and technical problems into well-defined components that support parallel development and incremental delivery.
  • Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Incorporate feedback from code reviews and design discussions to continuously grow technical depth and system understanding.
  • Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, supporting continuous improvement, collaboration, and excellence.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field — or bootcamp certification — preferred.
  • Experience with Java (Spring, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, Docker, REST, SOAP, Hibernate) and Angular (v17+).
  • Exposure to full-stack or enterprise applications with proficient knowledge in one or more areas.
  • A curiosity for staying current on the latest trends and technologies, with an eye for practical opportunities to use them.
  • Familiarity with technologies such as AWS SQS, AWS EKS, Python, Node.js, SQL, JSON, Kong, Confluent Kafka, and cloud technologies (preferably AWS) is a plus.
  • Experience with tools such as SonarCloud, Git, GitLab, Maven, Visual Studio Code, and IntelliJ, plus CI/CD practices, is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Agile software development practices and cross-functional team collaboration.
  • Experience using AI coding assistants and LLMs (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude Code) to enhance development and automation.

Qualifications

Expected for senior level candidates:

  • 3+ years of experience as a full-stack developer, with a strong foundation in enterprise application development.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with AWS; AWS Certified Developer certification is a plus.
  • Strong experience with Java, including Spring, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, Docker, REST, SOAP, and Hibernate.
  • Proficiency leveraging AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) and Large Language Models to optimize engineering workflows.
  • Solid understanding of RAG systems and autonomous agent-based architectures using proprietary or open-source AI models.
  • Experience with event-driven architecture, serverless technologies, AngularJS/Angular, Node.js, SQL, SQS, Confluent Kafka, Kong, and DevOps tools such as Git, GitLab, Maven, and SonarCloud is preferred.

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay & Bonus Opportunities – Rewarding performance, initiative, and technical excellence.
  • Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, and vision insurance with up to $3,600 (individual) or $7,000 (family) in HSA contributions per year.
  • Work-Life Balance – Generous paid time off including 22 days of PTO and 10 paid company holidays.
  • Career Growth – Clear promotion paths, mentorship, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Retirement & Security – Up to 6% matching 401(k) contributions on base salary and bonus, plus standard life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Continuous Learning – Annual $3,000 reimbursement for educational training, conferences, and certifications.

Pay

Salary Range:

  • Software Developer: $105,000 – $117,000
  • Senior Software Developer: $120,000 – $150,000

This posted range is our best estimate; starting salary will be based on experience level. Additionally, the posted range reflects only base salary and does not include annual bonuses, benefits, or reimbursements.

Kinsale values strong financial responsibility. A credit check will be conducted as part of the selection process for roles that require sound judgment, trustworthiness, or access to sensitive information.

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