Technical Lead, Founding Engineer

Description: SafeStay is creating an insurance company specifically for the short-term rental industry, addressing a gap in the market. The role involves being a founding Engineering Manager and Technical Lead, responsible for shaping the technical vision and building the engineering team. Requirements: 7+ years of full-stack software engineering experience. 2+ years of experience managing or leading engineering teams. Proven track record in building and scaling backend systems, particularly in financial or transactional contexts. Experience with third-party integrations and modern tech stacks. Strong data modeling skills and comfort with audit trails and systems of record. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Benefits: Competitive pay, equity, and benefits. Opportunity to shape the platform and products in an early-stage environment.