At GEICO, the business problem is to leverage cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional experiences for customers and create innovative solutions that redefine the insurance industry, specifically by re-architecting the billing platform from the ground up to enhance scalability and efficiency.
Requirements
- 4+ years of professional, hands-on software development experience
- Strong experience in architecting and designing large-scale, complex systems
- Proficient coding skills in Java, Kotlin, Golang, or similar languages, capable of producing high-performance, production-quality code
- Experience with a wide range of technologies, including SQL and NoSQL databases, Kafka, Spark, Airflow, or their equivalents
- Proficient in using cloud computing tools throughout the software development lifecycle, with deep expertise in DevOps, observability, telemetry, and test automation
- Experience in the financial technology sector, with a focus on billing, payments, subscription management, and financial reporting
- Proven track record in designing and implementing workflow engines
Responsibilities
- Oversee high-level and low-level designs of one or more sub-systems of the billing platform we are building
- Be responsible and accountable for the quality, reliability, usability, and performance of the solutions
- Provide strategic guidance and oversight for multiple billing teams, ensuring alignment with the Platform's technical vision and business objectives
- Lead the design and development of complex software systems, ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and meet high-quality standards
- Identify and prioritize technical challenges that may pose risks to business
- Develop solutions to address these issues efficiently, ensuring smooth product development
- Work closely with various departments, including product management and design, to ensure cohesive and successful project delivery
Other
- Bachelor's and/or Master's degree, preferably in CS, or equivalent experience
- Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with dynamic teams
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to mentor and guide engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
