Staff Engineer - Pricing (Remote)

GEICO; Fairfield (CA); Remote; USD 105,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to spearhead the development of innovative pricing solutions. The role demands significant expertise in insurance pricing systems and a collaborative spirit to engage with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will be deeply experienced with scalable software solutions, vendor integration, and possess strong analytical skills.

Benefits

401K with a 6% match

Tuition assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience as a software developer.
• 10+ years of experience in Insurance and/or Finance Systems.
• 3+ years of experience with Pricing and/or rating systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable insurance pricing solutions.
• Integrate vendor solutions into existing systems.
• Mentor other engineers and oversee technical initiatives.

Skills

Software development

Insurance pricing knowledge

Integration of vendor solutions

Relational databases

Cloud platforms understanding

Security protocols knowledge

Communication skills

Fast-paced adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Staff Software Engineer – Pricing Specialist

Position Summary

GEICO is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, enterprise-level solutions for our Pricing organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with insurance pricing and/or rating applications. This position involves hands-on technical leadership, innovation, and collaboration to align technology solutions with business goals.

Position Description

In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, product experts, and other technical leaders, to deliver end-to-end pricing solutions that will transform how GEICO develops and manages Pricing strategies. You will play a key role in the architecture, development, and deployment of cutting-edge solutions while ensuring best practices in software design, security, and performance. This role combines technical expertise with a strong functional knowledge of Insurance Pricing and Rating systems.

Position Responsibilities

As a Staff Software Engineer for Pricing, you will:

• Lead the design and development of resilient and highly scalable solutions
• Implement and integrate vendor solutions with the existing tech landscape
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology solutions with business goals
• Ensure seamless integration of financial data
• Mentor other engineers and share best practices to improve processes
• Oversee system-wide technical initiatives, migrations, performance tuning, and automation
• Develop clear documentation

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience delivering technology solutions as a software developer
• 10+ years of Insurance and/or Finance Systems experience
• 3+ years experience with Pricing and/or rating systems such as Ratabase, Accur8, Earnix, WTW Radar, or Hyperexponential
• Experience building custom business apps and integrating with existing tools is ideal
• Strong understanding of relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and data integration frameworks
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and technologies (AWS, Azure)
• Good understanding of security protocols and products: Active Directory, Windows Authentication, SAML, OAuth
• Experience with vendor solution evaluations and build vs buy analysis
• Effective communication skills with leadership, technical, and non-technical audiences
• Flexible approach to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Annual Salary

$105,000.00 - $260,000.00

The above range is a general guideline. Final compensation depends on factors like experience, education, location, and market considerations. GEICO will not sponsor employment authorization for this position at this time.

The GEICO Pledge:

Great Company: We help our customers through life’s twists and turns. Our mission is to protect people when they need it most and to stay ahead of their needs.

We’re an iconic brand that thrives on innovation, exceeding customer expectations, and enabling collective success. From day one, you’ll face exciting challenges that promote growth and collaboration.

Great Careers: We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive through personalized development programs, training, certification, mentorship, and coaching.

Great Culture: We foster an inclusive culture rooted in integrity, action, and a winning mindset. Our culture values diversity, inclusion, and belonging, led by supportive, performance-driven teams.

We also offer employee engagement and recognition programs that highlight the positive impact of our work.

Great Rewards: Our compensation and benefits support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being, including a comprehensive total rewards program, 401K with a 6% match, incentives, tuition assistance, and additional health benefits. We support flexible work arrangements, including the GEICO Flex program, allowing remote work in the US for up to four weeks per year.

The GEICO equal employment opportunity policy provides fair treatment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or genetic information. We accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and promote a harassment-free environment.