GEICO · 21 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - Billing Platform *Hybrid*
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $215K/yr
4+ years expGEICO is a technology-driven organization transforming the insurance landscape. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to manage and enhance their core billing platform, ensuring it is scalable and efficient while overseeing the quality and performance of solutions.
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Responsibilities
Oversee high-level and low-level designs of one or more sub-systems of the billing platform we are building
Be responsible and accountable for the quality, reliability, usability, and performance of the solutions
Provide strategic guidance and oversight for multiple billing teams, ensuring alignment with the Platform's technical vision and business objectives
Lead the design and development of complex software systems, ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and meet high-quality standards (This includes evaluating code quality and collaborating with stakeholders to understand and implement project requirements)
Identify and prioritize technical challenges that may pose risks to business
Develop solutions to address these issues efficiently, ensuring smooth product development
Work closely with various departments, including product management and design, to ensure cohesive and successful project delivery
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across teams to achieve common goals
Mentor and guide engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Provide technical guidance to help team members overcome challenges and make informed decisions
Qualification
Required
4+ years of professional, hands-on software development experience
Strong experience in architecting and designing large-scale, complex systems
Proficient coding skills in Java, Kotlin, Golang, or similar languages, capable of producing high-performance, production-quality code
Experience with a wide range of technologies, including SQL and NoSQL databases, Kafka, Spark, Airflow, or their equivalents
Proficient in using cloud computing tools throughout the software development lifecycle, with deep expertise in DevOps, observability, telemetry, and test automation
Skilled in collaborating across engineering teams and other functions to build alignment, drive decision-making, and communicate transparently
Preferred
Experience in the financial technology sector, with a focus on billing, payments, subscription management, and financial reporting
Proven track record in designing and implementing workflow engines
Bachelor's and/or Master's degree, preferably in CS, or equivalent experience
Benefits
Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family’s overall well-being.
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.
Company
GEICO
GEICO, Government Employees Insurance Company, has been providing affordable auto insurance since 1936. It is a sub-organization of Berkshire Hathaway.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown1996-01-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Todd Combs
Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer
Clayton Johnson
Sr. Director of Product Management
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