Python Developer

Farmers Insurance; United States; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

401(k)

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Farmers Insurance is seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to design and optimize Python-based software solutions within an AWS environment. You will write high-quality, well-documented code with full automated tests and adapt to an expanding codebase.

Collaboration with data science teams will be key as you support ML outputs and model development. The role involves mentoring junior engineers, improving existing features, and contributing to a robust in-house software ecosystem in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field preferred.
• Minimum 4 years experience supporting, developing, and testing software products in a live product environment.
• Minimum 4 years of experience with Python.
• Minimum 2 years experience with Pandas library.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend features using Python, Pandas, and Pytest.
• Collaborate with testing and data science teams to support ML workloads.
• Architect, implement, and refactor features in in-house software solutions.
• Mentor and review code written by junior engineers.

Skills

Python

Pandas

Pytest

AWS

SageMaker

Lambda

PowerBI

Code review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

High School Diploma

Tools

AWS SageMaker

AWS Lambda

Job description

We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity.

At Farmers, we’re not just known for unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results‑driven, high‑performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head‑on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us.

Join an award-winning, equal opportunity employer, where you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do.

Workplace: Hybrid ( ), Remote ( )

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Job Summary

This position performs backend engineering in Python, with Pandas and Pytest libraries. The role supports and responds to the testing team to independently analyze and fix bugs or defects. This position is responsible for continuous improvement of bespoke in‑house software solutions via architecting and implementing net new features and improving or refactoring existing features. This role is expected to independently write high‑quality, well‑documented code that adheres to best practices and has full automated test coverage. This role also requires comfort in reading existing code and becoming quickly familiar and comfortable with large codebase with adherence to specific in‑house quality and style conventions. This role also supports data science teams who utilize the outputs of the software and train the models that are incorporated into the software solution. They will also mentor and review code written by junior engineers.

Essential Tasks

• Applies advanced levels of critical thinking, expressed in expert‑level python coding in pandas and pytest to identify and respond to defects and fix bugs within the custom in‑house software solutions.
• Implements new features within custom in‑house software solutions using advanced coding skills in python within an AWS ecosystem.
• Leverages an advanced knowledge of object‑oriented programming, first‑rate python coding skills, and a keen sense for optimizing business process to re‑factor and improve the custom in‑house software solutions.
• Balancing the requirements of both technicians and auditors, produces detailed technical documentation for the custom in‑house software solutions.
• Collaborates with data science teams to support Batch custom in‑house software solutions application used in RnD and Machine Learning model development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education & Career Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
• Minimum 4 years experience supporting, developing, and testing software products in a live product environment required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience with Python required.
• Minimum 2 years experience with Pandas library required.
• Insurance industry experience preferred.
• Data science or analytics experience preferred.
• AWS, AWS SageMaker, AWS AWS Lambda experience required and PowerBI preferred.

Physical Actions

Job is performed in‑person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. The physical work environment is indoors and climate‑controlled with adequate lighting and ventilation. Normal and customary distractions include background noise produced by office equipment and chatter among people, as well as interruptions. Frequently sits for prolonged periods of time, up to a full shift. Occasionally moves about the workplace including, navigating stairs, ramps, and level or uneven surfaces. Occasionally moves, pushes, pulls, lifts, carries, and/or places objects or materials weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance. Frequently uses shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate equipment, tools, and objects necessary to perform job duties. Frequently performs fine motor tasks such as typing, mousing, or writing, up to a full shift. Rarely performs movements such as bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching overhead or below the knees. Possesses clear vision, with or without correction, to visually read and verify information. Relies on depth perception and peripheral vision to navigate the work environment visually by identifying barriers, changes in terrain and locating objects. Possesses adequate hearing, with or without correction, to communicate with co‑workers, respond promptly to auditory signals or alarms, and discern sounds essential for maintaining safety and productivity in the workplace. Jobs in this category require rare, if any, travel.

Benefits

• Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
• CA Only: $91,350 - $154,990
• CO & ME: $85,800 - $133,980
• HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $85,800 - $143,550
• MA Only: $85,800 - $143,550
• o MD & VA: $85,800 - $143,550
• DC/NJ/NY/OH Only: $85,800 - $154,990
• Albany County, NY/Cleveland, OH: $91,350 - $133,980
• WA Only: $85,800 - $163,125
• Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
• 401(k)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

Job Location(s): R_US - United States

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.