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GustoStaff Software Engineer, Business Insurance
Gusto is currently seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join its expanding Business Insurance division based in New York. Operating on a hybrid schedule, this position…
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Gusto is currently seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join its expanding Business Insurance division based in New York. Operating on a hybrid schedule, this position involves developing next-generation purchasing experiences for property and casualty insurance products, such as Workers' Compensation and General Liability, alongside professional employer organization offerings. The organization provides payroll, health benefits, 401(k) management, and human resources support to over half a million small business owners nationwide.…
Job Description
Gusto is currently seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join its expanding Business Insurance division based in New York. Operating on a hybrid schedule, this position involves developing next-generation purchasing experiences for property and casualty insurance products, such as Workers' Compensation and General Liability, alongside professional employer organization offerings.
The organization provides payroll, health benefits, 401(k) management, and human resources support to over half a million small business owners nationwide. In this capacity, the engineer will work closely with cross-functional partners to design, ship, and iterate on AI-powered features intended to simplify how customers discover and acquire coverage. Ideal candidates possess extensive software development expertise, a willingness to engage with AI tooling daily, and a passion for tackling complex domain challenges within a fast-moving environment.
All full-time personnel at the company receive base compensation, equity in the form of restricted stock units, and standard benefits. The organization maintains a commitment to inclusive hiring practices and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of protected characteristics.
Responsibilities
- Design, construct, and test reliable, scalable core Business Insurance products
- Implement innovative AI-powered features for insurance acquisition and servicing
- Rapidly iterate on live functionalities based on performance metrics and user feedback
- Collaborate with product, design, and other partners to shape project scope and end-to-end user experiences
- Mentor peers and elevate team capabilities through code reviews, pairing, and knowledge sharing
Requirements
- Minimum of eight years of professional software development background
- At least two years of experience delivering customer-facing products at scale
- AI-native mindset incorporating relevant tools into daily routines
- Proven track record of managing and launching multi-quarter projects independently from conception to completion
- Strong foundation in platform and application engineering, including APIs, services, data flows, and observability
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain technical trade-offs to diverse audiences
Qualifications
- Hands-on background building, deploying, and assessing AI solutions in production environments
- Familiarity with Python and Ruby on Rails
Core Skills
Benefits
- Competitive base salary ranging from $197,000 to $247,000 for the New York location
- Stock equity in the form of RSUs
- Standard employee benefits package
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the location and remote policy for this role?
This position is based in New York under a hybrid work model. Employees in New York are expected to work from the office approximately two to three days per week on designated days, and a two-day travel to a Gusto office for initial onboarding is required.
What is the salary range for this position in New York?
The targeted cash compensation for this role in the San Francisco and New York markets is $197,000 to $247,000, with additional stock equity provided.
What are the core experience requirements?
Applicants must have at least eight years of software development experience, including two or more years building customer-facing products at scale, alongside a demonstrated history of launching multi-quarter projects.
How do I apply for this position?
The provided job posting does not outline the specific application submission steps beyond noting the applicant privacy notice and available accommodations.
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