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Seize an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the insurance sector with a sustainable, customer-focused tech company.
Overview
Salary
£40000 - £41000
Location
Oval, London, UK
Expires
Expires at anytime
At Urban Jungle, we’re a rapidly growing business in the UK, committed to making insurance fair, affordable, and sustainable. Having served over 300,000 customers and garnered top ratings in the UK home insurance sector, we thrive in leveraging innovative technology and data to meet our customers’ demands. As a Software Engineer in our dynamic Full Stack Software Engineering team, your work will add significant value to our product array. You will work on high-identity, high-value features, and also lead cross-functional projects such as new product launches and platform upgrades. The perfect candidate is a kind, curious problem solver with a proficiency in technologies like JavaScript (specifically Angular), Python, Linux, Docker, AWS, and SQL. We value clear, thoughtful communication and a problem-solving mindset. Working at Urban Jungle provides many perks like a competitive salary, share options, 25 days of paid leave, and opportunities for rapid career advancement. Additionally, we focus on employee well-being with services like therapy and yoga. We maintain an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all.
About us At Urban Jungle, we’re dedicated to making insurance fair - to people, planet, and wallets. We are one of the fastest-growing businesses in the UK, aiming to fix one of the world’s largest industries. We prioritize our customers by using data and technology to simplify insurance, making it flexible and affordable. We are also committed to environmental sustainability, having become a B Corp in 2022 and offsetting our carbon emissions annually. With over 300,000 customers served and top ratings in the UK home insurance sector, we are recognized for our excellence and innovation.
The role We are seeking Software Engineers to join our dynamic Full Stack Software Engineering team of 13 members. From day one, you will engage with our tech stack, quickly shipping valuable features. Your initial tasks will involve working on high-impact, high-visibility features, and you will soon lead cross-functional projects such as new product launches and platform-wide upgrades. This role offers rapid learning opportunities across various tools and technologies, contributing significantly to our product and service portfolio.
Job requirements Ideal candidates will be kind, curious problem solvers, eager to impact real people’s lives. Experience or knowledge in JavaScript (specifically Angular), Python, Front-End/UX design, Linux, Docker, AWS, and SQL is beneficial. We value clear, thoughtful communication and a problem-solving mindset. You should be able to manage time effectively, prioritize work that aligns with company goals, and be ambitious and hands-on.
Benefits Working at Urban Jungle comes with many benefits, including a competitive starting salary of £40,000 to £41,000, share options, 25 days of paid annual leave plus public holidays, and rapid career progression. We provide a supportive environment with feedback, coaching, and a dedicated development budget. Our commitment to well-being includes therapy access, weekly onsite yoga, and subsidized sports clubs. We also offer enhanced parental leave and support for returning parents.
Urban Jungle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fairness and respect in all aspects of our work. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
