Senior Software Engineer, Billing Platform

Posted:
8/29/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Chevy Chase, Maryland, United States ⋅ Maryland, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

About the job 

Who we are 

 

About Geico 

At GEICO, we are not just an insurance company; we are a technology-driven organization that is transforming the insurance landscape. Our mission is to leverage cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional experiences for our customers and create innovative solutions that redefine the industry. 

 

About The Team 

The Billing team at GEICO oversees the tools, infrastructure, data, reporting, analytics, and services essential for delivering seamless billing experiences to internal users, end customers, and partners. Our billing platform functions as the backbone for managing financial transactions and customer interactions, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction while supporting strategic growth and ensuring compliance. 

 

What you will do 

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with a proven track record in designing, building, and maintaining large-scale applications and distributed systems. You will become an integral part of a team dedicated to managing GEICO's core billing platform. This platform includes a comprehensive array of components such as a core billing engine, invoicing system, commissions management, collections, payment processing, CRM integration, subscription management, credit control and dunning management, along with reporting and analytics. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in re-architecting our platform from the ground up, focusing on enhancing the scalability and efficiency of our systems. 

 

Responsibilities 

  • Design, build, and maintain large-scale applications, data pipelines and systems. 

  • Contributing to the overall technology vision and architecture for the billing platform by owning, designing, and building one or more sub-modules of the platform. 

  • Work collaboratively with diverse teams, including engineering, product, design, finance, and operations, to drive cohesive and successful project outcomes 

  • Diagnose and resolve production issues across services and multiple levels of the stack, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance 

  • Continuously improve engineering standards, tooling and processes to boost efficiency, code quality, and team productivity 

 

Who you are 

We are looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply.  

 

Minimum Requirements 

  • 5+ years of professional, hands-on software development experience. 

  • Solid coding skills in Java, Kotlin, Golang, or similar languages, capable of delivering high-performance, production-quality code. 

  • Experience with architectural patterns for high-scale distributed products and services, including well-designed APIs, data pipelines and efficient algorithms. 

  • Solid understanding of both SQL and NoSQL databases, as well as technologies like Kafka, Spark, Airflow, or their equivalents. 

  • Experience with cloud computing tools throughout the software development lifecycle, including proficiency in DevOps practices, observability, telemetry, and test automation. 

  • Experience or desire to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, partnering effectively with design, product, finance, and data stakeholders. 

 

Education 

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree, preferably in CS, or equivalent experience 

 

Be Part of Our Journey 

If you are a passionate technologist looking to make a difference, GEICO Tech is the place for you. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of insurance technology. Together, we will create innovative solutions that improve lives and transform the industry. 


 

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.


 

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

  • Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
  • Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location.  Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

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.