Senior Software Engineer

About us

At Zego, we know that traditional motor insurance holds good drivers back. It’s too complicated, too expensive, and it doesn't take into account how well you actually drive.

That’s why, since 2016, we’ve been on a mission to change all of that. Our mission at Zego is to offer the lowest priced insurance for good drivers.

From van drivers and gig workers to everyday car drivers, our customers are our driving force — they’re at the heart of everything we do.

We’ve sold tens of millions of policies so far, and raised over $200 million in funding. And we’re only just getting started.

Location: Portugal | Compensation Package: €50,000 - €80,000 base + bonus + share options + benefits | Ways of Working: Remote with quarterly visits to our London office

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer who brings strong hands-on experience in backend development, with solid foundations in object-oriented programming and cloud microservices architectures. You’ll be someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, writing clean and maintainable code, and working on systems at scale. This role focuses on Engineering Excellence over framework-specific knowledge and is ideal for engineers who thrive in building and scaling reliable systems and contributing to architectural decisions.

What you will be doing

Solve complex problems with software that is reliable, well-tested, resilient, and observable.

You will develop, test, deploy and own Python microservices that deliver business and user value.

Work closely with Engineers, Product Managers and other cross-functional partners as part of a vibrant product team.

Write clear, concise, and well-documented code that adheres to industry best practices.

Contribute to code reviews, offering feedback to ensure code quality across the team.

Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and development practices.

Take the initiative to continuously improve how we work together and influence the direction of your team’s strategy

About you

You have strong Computer Engineering skills with a proven track record of building and maintaining backend systems and cloud microservices. Our stack is based on Python microservices but we are open to strong candidates with relevant experience in other computer languages,

Strong understanding of programming fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming.

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines

Knowledge of testing frameworks and a solid approach to debugging and refactoring.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with evolving requirements, displaying strong business and product ownership and initiative

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Interest in software optimisation and performance tuning.

An understanding of SQL and document databases.

Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills.

You will be someone who’s actively curious about how AI can enhance your work - keen to experiment, learn quickly, and apply tools that improve productivity, streamline tasks, or unlock new ways of thinking. Whether you’re already hands-on or fast building confidence, you take ownership of staying ahead and working smarter

What’s it like to work at Zego?

Joining Zego is a career-defining move. People go further here, reaching their full potential to achieve extraordinary things.

We’re spread between Portugal and the UK, and united by our drive to get things done. We’re proud of our company and our culture – a friendly and inclusive space where we can lift each other up and celebrate our wins every day.

Together, we’re setting the bar higher, delivering exceptional work that makes a difference. Our people are the most important part of our story, and everyone here plays a role. There’s loads of room to learn and grow, and you’ll get the freedom to steer