Sr. Software Engineer I

symetraexternal; United States; Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

401(k) with company match up to 6%

Paid time off & holidays

Company matching charitable giving

Job summary

Symetra is hiring a Senior Software Engineer I to develop production‑ready software for the Stop Loss platform. You will work under established architectural direction in a fast‑evolving environment, collaborating with architects and senior engineers to deliver high‑quality solutions.

You will contribute to greenfield features, apply best practices for reliability and scalability, and leverage AI‑assisted tools to improve coding, testing, and refactoring efficiency.

Qualifications

• 6–9 years of cumulative software engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Experience building production‑ready applications.
• Ability to collaborate with architects and cross‑functional teams.
• Comfort with AI‑assisted development tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop production‑ready software for the next generation Stop Loss platform.
• Implement solutions aligned with established architectural direction.
• Collaborate with architects, senior engineers, and cross‑functional partners.
• Contribute to greenfield features and platform capabilities.
• Apply engineering best practices for reliable, scalable code.
• Leverage AI tools to improve coding, testing, and refactoring efficiency.

Skills

Software engineering

Architectural direction

AI-assisted development

Collaboration

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Symetra has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer I to join the team working on our new Stop Loss platform.

About the role

As a Senior Software Engineer I, you’ll be joining the team to help build the next generation of our Stop Loss platform. This is a hands‑on engineering role where you will develop production‑ready software, working from established architectural direction in a fast‑evolving environment. We’re looking for a collaborative and coachable engineer who is open to feedback and can effectively leverage AI‑assisted development tools to deliver high‑quality solutions.

What you will do

• Develop production-ready software for the next generation Stop Loss platform, taking ownership of key components and features
• Implement solutions aligned with established architectural direction while adapting to evolving requirements
• Collaborate with architects, senior engineers, and cross‑functional partners to deliver high‑quality solutions
• Contribute to a greenfield environment by helping shape features and platform capabilities as they evolve
• Apply engineering best practices to build reliable, scalable, and maintainable code
• Leverage AI‑assisted development tools to improve efficiency across coding, testing, debugging, and refactoring

Why Work at Symetra

Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

“We're big enough to make an impact on the country, but small enough to care and know who you are and what you're contributing to the organization. All new ideas are welcome!” – Stephanie F., VP Customer Service & Operations

“From day one, I felt welcomed and encouraged to bring my full self to work. Symetra truly lives up to its commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion—it's more than just words here; it's part of the culture.” – Whitney T., Talent Development

What we offer you

We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full‑time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Symetra Benefits Overview

Compensation

Salary Range: $106,400 - $177,300 base plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.

Who You Are:

• High School Diploma is required, plus a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• 6–9 years of cumulative experience in software engineering, building production‑ready applications
• Strong ability to implement scalable, high‑quality solutions from established architectural direction
• Experience collaborating with architects, senior engineers, and cross‑functional teams
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced, evolving (greenfield) environments
• Solid understanding of engineering best practices for building reliable, maintainable systems
• Experience using AI‑assisted development tools to support coding, testing, debugging, and refactoring
• Highly coachable, curious, and proactive in asking thoughtful questions to learn and improve
• Strong collaboration skills with openness to feedback and continuous growth

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.

Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:

As a remote‑first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:

• Minimum Internet Speed: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
• Internet Type: Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
• Not Permissible: Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial‑up.

Identity Verification

Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.

Failure to comply with verification procedures may result:

• Disqualification from the recruitment process
• Withdrawal of a job offer
• Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered