Staff Engineer - Java (REMOTE)

GEICO; Lenexa (KS); Remote; USD 221,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider in Lenexa is seeking an experienced software developer to lead engineering teams and ensure quality solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience, particularly in Java frameworks and cloud services. This position comes with a competitive salary up to $260,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance and paid leave.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation and sick leave

401(k) plan with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of professional software development experience.
• At least 4 years of experience in open-source frameworks.
• 3+ years of experience in architecture and design of systems.
• Proficiency with cloud services such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across engineering teams.
• Own complete solutions throughout their entire life cycle.
• Collaborate with product managers to address complex problems.
• Conduct design sessions and code reviews.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Java framework experience

Open-source frameworks

Cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure)

DevOps concepts

Micro-services architecture

REST APIs

PowerShell scripting

Security protocols (Active Directory, OAuth)

Data structures and algorithms

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Technology Services

What to Expect

• Provide leadership across engineering teams and focus on multiple areas of technology
• Own complete solutions throughout their entire life cycle, ensuring quality and performance
• Collaborate with product managers and other teams to address complex problems in enterprise-class applications
• Conduct design sessions and code reviews to improve engineering quality
• Mentor junior team members and share best practices to enhance team capabilities

What is Required

• Minimum 6 years of professional software development experience, particularly within a Java framework
• At least 4 years of experience in open-source frameworks
• 3+ years of experience in architecture and design of systems
• Proficiency with cloud services such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Strong understanding of DevOps concepts and cloud architecture

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with micro-services oriented architecture and extensible REST APIs
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and application monitoring tools
• Knowledge of security protocols including Active Directory and OAuth
• Experience with Azure DevOps and operational frameworks
• In-depth understanding of data structures and algorithms

Benefits

• Salary up to $260,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and paid training opportunities
• Supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion

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