Software Engineer

honeycombinsurance· R&D
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📍 Chicago, IL💰 USD 140K–170K

About this role

Honeycomb Insurance

At Honeycomb, we're not just building technology; we’re reshaping the future of insurance. 

In 2025, Honeycomb was recognized by Dun & Bradstreet as “Top 10 Best Start Up Companies to Work For” in Israel, named by LinkedIn as “Top 10 Startups in Chicago”, and Newsweek’s "Greatest Startup Workplaces in America, 2025". Through the first half of 2026 we’ve been recognized on Inc. Magazine’s "Best Workplaces" List and Forbes "Fintech 50".

How did we earn these honors?

Honeycomb is a rapidly growing global startup, generously backed by top-tier investors and powered by an exceptional team of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers. Dual-headquartered in Chicago and Tel Aviv (R&D center), and with 6 offices across the U.S., we are reinventing the commercial real estate insurance industry, an industry long overdue for disruption. Just as importantly, we ensure every employee feels deeply connected to our mission and one another.

With over $100B in insured assets, Honeycomb operates across 23 states, covering more than 65% of the U.S. population and increasing its coverage.

If you’re looking for a place where innovation is celebrated, culture actually means something, and smart people challenge you to be better every day - Honeycomb might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

 

 What You’ll Do

  • Own full-stack feature development from ideation to production, including architecture, implementation, testing, and deployment
  • Make independent tradeoff decisions, balancing speed, scale, maintainability, and user value
  • Collaborate across engineering, product, and design to align on priorities, timelines, and technical solutions
  • Working through ambiguity by framing constraints, narrowing options, and proposing actionable solutions
  • Deliver clear technical outcomes and help translate them into measurable business impact

Basic Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in full-stack development, primarily in Node.js and a front-end framework like Angular (preferred), React, or Vue
  • Proven experience shipping features in SaaS or product-led environments, including prioritization, tradeoffs, and iteration
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent field
  • Strong ownership mindset: ability to identify opportunities, drive solutions, and close the loop

Nice to Have

  • Experience working in a NoSQL database such as MongoDB
  • Experience with TypeScript
  • Experience with Kubernetes and/or Docker deployment
  • Experience with Firebase Services like Functions, Storage and Authentication
  • Experience with logging services such as Datadog or Splunk

Benefits & Compensation:

  • Salary Range: $140,000 - $170,000 (Pending Experience)
  • Health Benefits
  • Employee options grant
  • 401K w/ employer match 
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Paid national holidays

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Software Engineer role at honeycombinsurance?
The listed salary for this Software Engineer position at honeycombinsurance is USD 140K–170K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Software Engineer position at honeycombinsurance located?
This Software Engineer role at honeycombinsurance is based in Chicago, IL. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Software Engineer at honeycombinsurance belong to?
This Software Engineer position is part of the R&D department at honeycombinsurance. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Software Engineer position at honeycombinsurance?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to honeycombinsurance's official application portal hosted on greenhouse where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Software Engineer job at honeycombinsurance posted?
This Software Engineer position at honeycombinsurance was posted on Jun 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Software Engineer
honeycombinsurance · 💰 USD 140K–170K
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