Staff Software Engineer

Geico; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Certification assistance

Mentorship

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

GEICO is hiring a Staff Software Engineer in Renton, WA to design, build, and evolve scalable microservices using Java 21+ and Spring Boot. You will partner with architects, product managers, and data teams to shape roadmaps and deliver AI-enabled capabilities.

You will mentor engineers, improve code quality, and advance observability, testing, and DevOps practices while contributing to cutting-edge Generative AI initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience building scalable, high-performance systems in Java.
• Strong knowledge of Java 21+ and Spring Boot 3.4.x+.
• Experience designing distributed microservices architectures and RESTful APIs.
• Hands-on with Generative AI apps and modern AI concepts (RAG, MCP).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices using Java 21+ and Spring Boot 3.4.x.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architects and Product Managers to define roadmaps and blueprints.
• Build and integrate AI-powered features for Generative AI use cases.
• Mentor engineers, set coding standards, and improve observability and automation.
• Drive recruitment and cross-team collaboration to deliver high-quality software.

Skills

Java 21+

Spring Boot

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Observability

Generative AI

AI Tools (Claude/Codex)

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

Why Join GEICO?At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.External Job Posting DescriptionWe are seeking an accomplished Staff Software Engineer with a proven track record in Java development, extensive experience with Spring Boot, and expertise in designing and maintaining microservice-based architectures. The ideal candidate will also bring direct, hands-on experience with Artificial Intelligence technologies such as RAG, MCP, Agent Skills, and the end-to-end delivery of Generative AI applications. We require experience in leveraging AI-assisted development tools such as Claude, Cursor, Codex, or similar platforms to improve productivity. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our software platforms, driving innovation, and mentoring the next generation of engineers.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance, and modular microservices using Java (version 21+) and Spring Boot (3.4.x).Collaborate with Enterprise Architects and Product Managers to define technical roadmaps and architectural blueprints.Build and integrate AI-powered features, focusing on Generative AI solutions.Partner with ML and Data Science teams to utilize AI models and support cutting-edge use cases.Provide technical leadership and mentorship for engineering teams; establish best practices for code quality, security, testing, and DevOps.Review code, coach engineers, and foster an inclusive, learning-rich environment.Champion innovation, stay abreast of technology trends, and drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, observability, and automation.Required Skills and QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.10+ years of professional experience building maintainable, scalable, and high-performance systems in Java.Expert in modern Java (preferably Java 21) and hands-on with the latest features and best practices.Deep knowledge of Spring Boot (preferably 3.4.x+), Spring Cloud, and related frameworks.Extensive experience in designing and deploying distributed systems and microservice-based architectures.Demonstrated hands-on experience with Generative AI applications and familiarity with AI concepts such as RAG and MCP.Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude, Cursor, Codex, or similar) to improve software engineering productivity is required.Strong understanding of RESTful API design, secure API development, and service-to-service communication patterns.Proficient with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).Solid grounding in CI/CD, automated testing, infrastructure-as-code, and observability.Excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and experience mentoring engineers.Preferred QualificationsExperience with Temporal (workflow orchestration) and Spring AI (artificial intelligence extensions for Spring).Open-source or community contributions in AI/Java/microservices/cloud tools.Annual Salary$115,000.00 - $230,000.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.The GEICO Pledge:Great Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.Great Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.Great Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.Great Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.