Unlock Your Potential as a Staff Software Engineer at GEICO
GEICO is on a mission to revolutionize the insurance industry through technological innovation and engineering excellence. As a Staff Software Engineer in our Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure (IaaS) team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our insurance business by developing high-performance, low-maintenance, and zero-downtime platforms and applications. Join us in our journey to transform the way we work and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
About GEICO and the Role
GEICO is a leading insurance provider that is committed to embracing cutting-edge technology to drive business growth and customer satisfaction. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will be part of a talented team of engineers who are passionate about building scalable, secure, and efficient cloud infrastructure. You will work closely with Distinguished and Senior Engineers to innovate and improve existing systems, identify new opportunities, and drive technical excellence.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading the strategy and execution of a technical roadmap that will accelerate product delivery and unlock new engineering capabilities. You will collaborate with product managers, team members, customers, and other engineering teams to solve complex problems and drive technical innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical and thought leadership to the enterprise, focusing on multiple areas and driving technical excellence.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and drive business outcomes.
- Develop and execute technical software development strategy for the Platform Engineering domain.
- Own accountability for the quality, usability, and performance of solutions.
- Mentor and coach junior engineers, strengthening their technical expertise and know-how.
- Share best practices and improve processes within and across teams.
- Analyze costs and forecasts, incorporating them into business plans.
- Determine and support resource requirements, evaluate operational processes, and measure outcomes.
- Play a key role in the adoption of Azure/AWS/Public Cloud offerings, providing guidance on landing zone architecture, RBAC, Managed Identity, and network-specific requirements.
- Take on-call and operation support responsibilities.
Essential Qualifications
- Strong experience in developing simple solutions to complex problems, driving engineering and cloud automation for networking resources across multiple clouds (Azure/AWS).
- Working knowledge of networking concepts (DNS/DHCP/Firewalls/Sub-netting, etc.).
- Experience evaluating, designing, implementing, optimizing, and documenting comprehensive Cloud security technologies and processes.
- Strong experience with common policy as code tools, including Puppet, Chef, Open Policy Agent, and more.
- Good knowledge of programming languages such as C, C#, Go Lang, Python, Perl, Ruby, JavaScript, shell script, or Powershell.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and related open-source tools like GIT/Jenkin/CircleCI/SonarQube.
- Expertise in designing and implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform.
- Experience with technical software development for Platform Engineering domain.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience partnering with engineering teams and transferring research to production.
- Track record of publications in credible conferences and journals.
- Experience with Go open-source programming language.
- Expertise in Azure Functions, Azure Web Apps, and AWS Lambda.
- In-depth knowledge of CS data structures and algorithms.
- Experience with C# and .NET programming.
- Exemplary ability to design, perform experiments, and influence engineering direction and product roadmap.
- Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle.
- Any Azure Cloud certifications (AZ-900, AZ-303/4/5).
Experience and Education
- 6+ years of professional PaaS and IaaS experience.
- 4+ years of experience in open-source frameworks.
- 3+ years of experience with architecture and design.
- 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience.
What We Offer
As a Staff Software Engineer at GEICO, you will enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Premier Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with no waiting period.
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental Leave.
- 401(k) Plan.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Paid Training and Licensures.
Our Total Rewards Program is designed to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being. Benefits may vary by location, and eligibility requirements may apply.
Company Culture and Values
At GEICO, we are committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and supportive. We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce is essential to driving innovation and business success. Our company culture is built on the principles of mutual respect, trust, and open communication.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates regardless of their background, culture, or identity.
Why Join GEICO?
GEICO is a dynamic and innovative company that is shaping the future of the insurance industry. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on complex and challenging projects, collaborate with talented engineers, and drive technical excellence. You will also enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.
If you are passionate about building scalable, secure, and efficient cloud infrastructure, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.
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