What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Engineer, Web Applications position at MGT Insurance?
About MGT Insurance
MGT Insurance is a trailblazing technology company dedicated to improving the Commercial P&C industry. By combining the expertise of industry veterans with state-of-the-art technology, we deliver unparalleled service to our customers. We seek visionary leaders who thrive in dynamic, entrepreneurial settings and excel in autonomous roles.
About Us
MGT Insurance is modernizing the insurance industry with cutting-edge web technologies and user-centric design. We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer with deep expertise in Node.js, Next.js , and modern front-end frameworks to lead our software development efforts and shape our user experience (UX) strategy.
Position Overview
As a Principal Software Engineer & UX Lead , you will be responsible for architecting, developing, and optimizing scalable web applications while ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience. This role requires a combination of hands-on coding, technical leadership, and UX strategy development to build high-performing, intuitive platforms for our customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership : Lead the development and architecture of web applications using Node.js, Next.js, and TypeScript to ensure scalability, performance, and security.
- UX Strategy & Design : Define and oversee UX best practices, ensuring an intuitive and engaging experience across all digital platforms.
- Full-Stack Development : Design, develop, and maintain APIs, microservices, and front-end components with modern frameworks.
- Performance Optimization : Ensure high performance, responsiveness, and accessibility for all applications.
- Collaboration : Work closely with designers, product managers, and stakeholders to align development efforts with business goals.
- Code Quality & Mentorship : Set coding standards, review pull requests, and mentor junior engineers.
- Technology Innovation : Stay ahead of industry trends and introduce emerging technologies to improve our development processes.
Qualifications
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