[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)Open role[![PolicyMe logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/08/1e29f43a-221.png)](https://jobicy.com/company/policyme.md)Remote opportunity at[PolicyMe](https://jobicy.com/company/policyme.md) # Junior Software Engineer Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move. [Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/policyme.md)Share17 Aug 2026Published55Listing views4Application actions16 Sep 2026Apply before Opportunity details ## About this role. AI SummaryPolicyMe is hiring a junior full-stack engineer to build AI-powered insurance software in a remote-first Canadian environment. The role spans Python backend services, React and Redux frontend work, PostgreSQL, AWS, and integrations with AI models and APIs. The engineer will collaborate with senior AI engineers, contribute to architecture and release planning, and take end-to-end feature ownership after ramp-up. The environment is described as fast-paced, collaborative, flexible, and oriented toward autonomy, accountability, and continuous learning. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 4/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 4/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 4/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 4/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThis is a junior-level role, but it requires meaningful breadth across frontend, backend, cloud infrastructure, and AI-enabled application development. Success also depends on learning quickly in an ambiguous product environment and taking end-to-end ownership after ramp-up. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader CA market for similar roles. Estimated job medianHighly competitiveC$100,000CA market rangeC$85k–C$115k0C$127k AI insightThe posting explicitly states total cash compensation of CAD 85,000 to CAD 115,000, plus a competitive bonus program and potential equity. The offer midpoint is CAD 100,000. For comparison, the estimated US market base-salary range for a junior full-stack software engineer with AI/ML integration exposure is USD 85,000 to USD 115,000, with a USD 100,000 midpoint; this market comparison is an estimate and excludes bonus and equity. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. [Python](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Python.md)[React](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=React.md)[Redux](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Redux.md)[PostgreSQL](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=PostgreSQL.md)[AWS](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=AWS.md)[Full-stack development](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Full-stack%20development.md)[AI/ML integration](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=AIML%20integration.md)[AI APIs](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=AI%20APIs.md)[Prompt engineering](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Prompt%20engineering.md)[Backend services](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Backend%20services.md) Cover letter sampleDear Hiring Team, I am excited to apply for the Junior Software Engineer role at PolicyMe. My full-stack development background, including Python, React, SQL databases, and cloud-based services, aligns well with your work building AI-powered insurance products. I am particularly motivated by the opportunity to integrate AI APIs into reliable, user-centered workflows while learning from experienced engineers. I bring a detail-oriented, collaborative approach to code reviews, problem solving, and end-to-end feature delivery in fast-moving environments. I would welcome the opportunity to help PolicyMe make insurance simpler and more accessible for Canadians. Copy Sample interview questionsHow would you integrate an AI API for document extraction into a production workflow?I would begin by clarifying the user outcome, input and output formats, privacy constraints, and acceptable failure modes. I would use a well-defined API contract, validate and sanitize inputs, add structured error handling and observability, and build a fallback path for model failures or low-confidence responses. Before release, I would test representative and edge-case documents with product and QA partners. How would you approach building a new React and Redux feature? I would separate presentation components from state and API concerns, use reusable components, and keep state predictable through Redux patterns. I would prioritize clear loading, error, and empty states, then test the critical user flow with unit and integration tests. I would also work with design and QA early to ensure the feature is accessible and understandable. What steps would you take if an AI-powered backend service became slow or unreliable? I would first reproduce the issue using logs, traces, and a minimal test case, then determine whether the bottleneck is in the application, database, external API, or infrastructure. Depending on the findings, I might improve query indexing, reduce unnecessary work, introduce asynchronous processing, cache safe results, or add retries with backoff for transient external failures. I would verify the fix with monitoring and load testing. How would you handle a feature that is blocked by another team? I would share progress early, identify the specific dependency and its impact, and propose options rather than simply escalating the problem. For example, I could use a mocked API contract, split the work into an independently releasable portion, or agree on a temporary interface with the partner team. I would document the decision and keep stakeholders informed until the dependency is resolved. How do you respond to code-review feedback? I would treat feedback as information that improves both the implementation and my engineering judgment. I would ask clarifying questions if needed, address the highest-impact issues first, and explain any trade-offs respectfully when I see a different approach. Afterward, I would look for recurring themes and apply them proactively in future pull requests. Overview of the role We’re on a mission to modernize insurance, making it simpler, more accessible, and customer-first. The insurance industry is a $1T market that’s remained largely untouched by the digital revolution, and PolicyMe is here to change that. As a remote-first, Toronto-based startup with big ambitions, we’re building the future of insurance in Canada and beyond. We’re building a groundbreaking new product line that will transform the insurance broker experience through AI and machine learning. As an AI-Driven Full Stack Engineer, you’ll be part of a team charting new territory – designing and implementing intelligent systems that automate manual processes and unlock powerful data-driven insights. You will work across the stack, contributing to front end, back end, and AI/ML initiatives, while also participating in architecture discussions, release planning, and company-wide engineering initiatives. Our core stack includes Python, React, Redux, PostgreSQL, n8n, LangChain/LangGraph and AWS, and we are always open to adopting new tools and technologies that help us deliver better results. ### What you’ll be doing: * Develop full stack features for our AI-powered web application using Python, React, Redux, PostgreSQL and AWS * Integrate AI models and APIs for tasks like document processing, data extraction, recommendation engines etc. * Work closely with Sr. Engineers experienced in AI to seamlessly integrate models into production * Stay current on emerging AI technologies/frameworks and explore new applications * Build scalable, reliable backend services to fuel our AI workflows * Create intuitive user experiences that surface AI-powered capabilities * Participate in architecture planning, code reviews, and ideation sessions * Take ownership of feature development end-to-end (once ramped up), coordinating with QA and other teams * Engage in cross-team communication to help unblock dependencies and improve release flow * Share ideas during quarterly planning to help shape what we build next * Participate in company-wide initiatives such as hackathons, engineering guilds, and AI tooling experiments ### What we are looking for: * Strong full-stack development skills with the ability to work across backend and frontend using Python, React, Redux, PostgreSQL, and AWS * Familiarity with AI/ML concepts from coursework, side projects, or work experience * Passion for building intelligent applications that solve real-world problems * Eagerness to learn, embrace ambiguity, and continually upskill in a rapidly evolving space * Hands-on experience or projects interacting with AI APIs/models (e.g. prompt engineering) * Self-starter with a career-driven mindset who thrives in an environment with autonomy and accountability * Collaborative team player with low ego who is open to feedback and eager to help others * Detail-oriented approach to problem-solving, especially in complex domains ### Why join us: * Generous PTO – 20 vacation days * Access to stock options and a comprehensive benefits plan * A remote-first team with company paid, in-person socials and the option to work from our Toronto-based office * Resources to help your professional development, including an L&D budget, performance reviews twice a year and ongoing feedback to ensure you reach your highest potential * Work with an empathetic, high-performing team in a flexible, results-oriented environment * Compensation: The total cash compensation for this role is $85,000 – $115,000 CAD, based on experience. In addition, there is a competitive bonus program and opportunity for equity. We’ll walk through the details together during the interview. ### Compensation ### Additional Information About PolicyMe At PolicyMe, we are Canada’s leading digital insurance solution, offering straightforward and affordable financial protection for families from coast to coast. Our product suite includes Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Health & Dental Insurance, all tailored to Canadians’ evolving needs. We also offer B2B2C solutions, partnering with organizations to provide seamless digital insurance options. Founded by a team of insurance experts and technology entrepreneurs, PolicyMe is committed to making insurance simpler and more accessible. Since our launch in 2018, we have grown exponentially, selling over $10 billion in insurance coverage to Canadians. We are proud of the team we’ve built and are excited for those that are yet to join us. We operate with a remote-first culture, attracting top talent from across Canada. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, collaborative environment, working alongside incredibly ambitious yet humble humans, we may be the right place for you! To learn more, visit [www.policyme.com](http://www.policyme.com/). Additional Notes – Job Vacancy: This role reflects growth in our team and expanded operational scope. We’re hiring to support increasing demand and continue delivering an exceptional customer experience. – Commitment to Equal Opportunity: PolicyMe is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and provide fair consideration regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. – Accessibility Statement: We are committed to providing an accessible hiring experience. If you require accommodations during the application process, please indicate this in the “Additional Information” section of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 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