Staff Software Engineer - HYBRID

Geico; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 132,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO is seeking an experienced Staff Engineer to design and build scalable distributed systems across front-end to back-end layers. You will collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive engineering excellence with AI-powered solutions.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of software development, strong architecture skills, and hands-on experience with Python, C#, Java, TypeScript, SQL/NoSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, and Azure services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience.
• 8+ years of non-internship professional software development experience.
• 6+ years of experience with architecture and design.
• 4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service.

Responsibilities

• Scope, design, and build scalable, resilient distributed systems.
• Engage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the software lifecycle.
• Mentor juniors and help them succeed.
• Participate in design sessions and code reviews to elevate engineering quality.
• Utilize Python, C#, Java, TypeScript, SQL, NoSQL; Docker and Kubernetes; Azure tools and services.

Skills

Python

C#

Java

TypeScript

SQL

NoSQL

Distributed systems

Mentoring

Architecture/design

CS data structures/algorithms

Cross-functional collaboration

Debugging/Code reviews

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure

Azure DevOps

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.GEICO is seeking an experienced Engineer with a passion for building high-performance, low maintenance, zero-downtime platforms, and applications to support the Digital Experience for customers. You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we transition from a traditional IT model to a tech organization with engineering excellence as its mission, while co-creating the culture of psychological safety and continuous improvement.Position DescriptionOur Staff Engineer is a key member of the engineering staff working across the organization to provide a friction-less experience to our customers and maintain the highest standards of protection and availability. Our team thrives and succeeds in delivering high-quality technology products and services in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly. The ideal candidate has broad and deep technical knowledge, typically ranging from front-end UIs through back-end systems and all points in between. The ideal candidate is a technical leader and is passionate about solving business problems and increasing development efficiencies using AI.Position ResponsibilitiesAs a Staff Engineer, you will:Scope, design, and build scalable, resilient distributed systemsEngage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycleParticipate in design sessions and code reviews with peers to elevate the quality of engineering across the organizationMentor juniors and make them successfulUtilize programming languages like Python, C#, Java, TypeScript or other object-oriented languages, SQL, and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of Azure tools and servicesConsistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teamsBuild product definition and leverage your technical skills to drive towards the right solutionAnalysis and Estimation skillsQualificationsProgramming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, C#, Python, TypeScript or other object-oriented languagesExperience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systemsExperience in defending the design of systemsExperience in mentoring juniorsIn-depth knowledge of CS data structures and algorithmsUnderstanding of HTML-5, JavaScript/TypeScript, XML, and JSONUnderstanding of micro-services oriented architecture and extensible REST APIsUnderstanding of monitoring tools and root cause analysisIntermediate level understanding of Azure Network such as security zones, VNETs, and Public Peered ServicesUnderstanding of Azure PaaS and IaaS services (or other cloud providers)Understanding of security protocols and products such as of Active Directory, Windows Authentication, SAML, OAuthExperience in Datacenter structure, capabilities, and offerings, including the Azure platform, and its native services (or other cloud providers)Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication)Understanding in DevOps Concepts, Cloud Architecture, and Azure DevOps Operational FrameworkExperience with Enterprise level design documentationExperience with risk assessmentExperience in Azure or other Cloud ServicesBasic design of N-tier applicationsExperience with Database TechnologiesExperience with deployment steps and general CM functionsExperience in Application securityAnalysis and Estimation skillsStrong problem-solving abilityStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environmentExperience8+ years of non-internship professional software development experience6+ years of experience with architecture and design4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service4+ years of experience in open-source frameworks1+ years of experience with Generative AI/LLM based applications and agentic systemsEducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experienceAnnual Salary$110,000.00 - $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.