GEICO
Senior Staff Engineer, Software Engineering (CICD, DevOps & Change Management)[H
GEICO, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Senior Staff Engineer, Software Engineering (CICD, DevOps & Change Management)[Hybrid]
Join GEICO as a Senior Staff Engineer focused on CICD, DevOps, and Change Management in a hybrid role.
Base pay range $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year.
Position Description Our Senior Staff Engineer works with Staff and Sr. Engineers to innovate and build new systems, improve and enhance existing systems, and identify new opportunities to apply your knowledge to solve critical problems. You will lead the strategy and execution of a technical roadmap that will increase the velocity of delivering products and unlock new engineering capabilities. The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise in their domain.
Position Responsibilities
Focus on multiple areas and provide technical and thought leadership to the enterprise
Collaborate with product managers, team members, customers, and other engineering teams to solve our toughest problems
Develop and execute technical software development strategy for a variety of domains
Accountable for the quality, usability, and performance of the solutions
Utilize programming languages like Python, C#, or other object‑oriented languages, SQL, and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of Azure tools and services
Be a role model and mentor, helping to coach and strengthen the technical expertise and know‑how of our engineering and product community; influence and educate executives
Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams
Analyze cost and forecast, incorporating them into business plans
Determine and support resource requirements, evaluate operational processes, measure outcomes to ensure desired results, and demonstrate adaptability and sponsor continuous learning
Qualifications
Exemplary ability to design, perform experiments, and influence engineering direction and product roadmap
Experience partnering with engineering teams and transferring research to production
Track‑record of publications history in credible conferences and journals
Significant experience in designing and maintaining CICDCT systems and applying infrastructure as code, documentation as code, x as code concepts
In‑depth knowledge of CS data structures and algorithms
Experience solving analytical problems with quantitative approaches
Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, startup‑like environment
Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real‑time communication)
Proficiency in Python and fluency with at least one other modern language such as Go, Java, C++ or C# including object‑oriented design
Experience with Microservices‑oriented architecture, including extensible REST APIs, GraphQL APIs, and SOAP APIs
Experience building the architecture and design (patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systems
Fluency in Domain Driven Design
Fluency in DevOps Concepts, Cloud Architecture, and Azure DevOps Operational Framework
Experience leveraging PowerShell scripting
Experience with existing operational portals such as Azure Portal
Experience with application monitoring tools and performance assessments
In-depth knowledge of datacenter structure, capabilities and offerings, including the Azure platform and its native services
Experience in security protocols and products: Active Directory, Windows Authentication, SAML, OAuth
Experience in Azure network (subscription, security zoning, etc.)
Able to design and develop ALM features
Experience with development and management of EAP
Experience
10+ years of professional DevOps experience
5+ years of leading a CICDCT and IaC initiatives
8+ years of experience with architecture and design
6+ years of experience in open‑source frameworks
4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
8+ years of experience in leadership position
6+ years coding experience
5+ years of development in a large‑scale, mission‑critical environment
5+ years of coaching and mentoring personnel in a technical environment
5+ years of experience with a public cloud – AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
5+ years of experience with automated testing including unit, integration, and end‑to‑end functional testing
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience
Annual Salary $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year.
The 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.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Benefits Great Company:
At GEICO, we help our customers through life’s twists and turns. Our mission is to protect people when they need it most and we’re constantly evolving to stay ahead of their needs. We thrive through relentless innovation to exceed customers’ expectations and create real impact for the company and our shared purpose.
Great Careers:
We offer a career where you can learn, grow, and thrive through personalized development programs. You’ll have access to industry‑leading training, certification assistance, career mentorship, and coaching with supportive leaders at all levels.
Great Culture:
We foster an inclusive culture based on integrity, a bias for action, and a winning mindset. Our teams are led by dynamic, multi‑faceted leaders who value inclusion, belonging, and shared success.
Great Rewards:
We offer compensation and benefits built to enhance your physical, mental, emotional health and financial future, including a comprehensive total rewards program, market‑competitive compensation, a 401(k) plan with 6% match, performance incentives, tuition assistance, mental healthcare, fertility and adoption assistance, and flexibility through our GEICO Flex program.
Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor‑made for you and your family’s overall well‑being.
Financial benefits including market‑competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition‑based incentives; and tuition assistance.
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
Supports flexibility – We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.
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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Insurance
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Base pay range $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year.
Position Description Our Senior Staff Engineer works with Staff and Sr. Engineers to innovate and build new systems, improve and enhance existing systems, and identify new opportunities to apply your knowledge to solve critical problems. You will lead the strategy and execution of a technical roadmap that will increase the velocity of delivering products and unlock new engineering capabilities. The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise in their domain.
Position Responsibilities
Focus on multiple areas and provide technical and thought leadership to the enterprise
Collaborate with product managers, team members, customers, and other engineering teams to solve our toughest problems
Develop and execute technical software development strategy for a variety of domains
Accountable for the quality, usability, and performance of the solutions
Utilize programming languages like Python, C#, or other object‑oriented languages, SQL, and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of Azure tools and services
Be a role model and mentor, helping to coach and strengthen the technical expertise and know‑how of our engineering and product community; influence and educate executives
Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams
Analyze cost and forecast, incorporating them into business plans
Determine and support resource requirements, evaluate operational processes, measure outcomes to ensure desired results, and demonstrate adaptability and sponsor continuous learning
Qualifications
Exemplary ability to design, perform experiments, and influence engineering direction and product roadmap
Experience partnering with engineering teams and transferring research to production
Track‑record of publications history in credible conferences and journals
Significant experience in designing and maintaining CICDCT systems and applying infrastructure as code, documentation as code, x as code concepts
In‑depth knowledge of CS data structures and algorithms
Experience solving analytical problems with quantitative approaches
Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, startup‑like environment
Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real‑time communication)
Proficiency in Python and fluency with at least one other modern language such as Go, Java, C++ or C# including object‑oriented design
Experience with Microservices‑oriented architecture, including extensible REST APIs, GraphQL APIs, and SOAP APIs
Experience building the architecture and design (patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systems
Fluency in Domain Driven Design
Fluency in DevOps Concepts, Cloud Architecture, and Azure DevOps Operational Framework
Experience leveraging PowerShell scripting
Experience with existing operational portals such as Azure Portal
Experience with application monitoring tools and performance assessments
In-depth knowledge of datacenter structure, capabilities and offerings, including the Azure platform and its native services
Experience in security protocols and products: Active Directory, Windows Authentication, SAML, OAuth
Experience in Azure network (subscription, security zoning, etc.)
Able to design and develop ALM features
Experience with development and management of EAP
Experience
10+ years of professional DevOps experience
5+ years of leading a CICDCT and IaC initiatives
8+ years of experience with architecture and design
6+ years of experience in open‑source frameworks
4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
8+ years of experience in leadership position
6+ years coding experience
5+ years of development in a large‑scale, mission‑critical environment
5+ years of coaching and mentoring personnel in a technical environment
5+ years of experience with a public cloud – AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
5+ years of experience with automated testing including unit, integration, and end‑to‑end functional testing
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience
Annual Salary $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year.
The 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.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Benefits Great Company:
At GEICO, we help our customers through life’s twists and turns. Our mission is to protect people when they need it most and we’re constantly evolving to stay ahead of their needs. We thrive through relentless innovation to exceed customers’ expectations and create real impact for the company and our shared purpose.
Great Careers:
We offer a career where you can learn, grow, and thrive through personalized development programs. You’ll have access to industry‑leading training, certification assistance, career mentorship, and coaching with supportive leaders at all levels.
Great Culture:
We foster an inclusive culture based on integrity, a bias for action, and a winning mindset. Our teams are led by dynamic, multi‑faceted leaders who value inclusion, belonging, and shared success.
Great Rewards:
We offer compensation and benefits built to enhance your physical, mental, emotional health and financial future, including a comprehensive total rewards program, market‑competitive compensation, a 401(k) plan with 6% match, performance incentives, tuition assistance, mental healthcare, fertility and adoption assistance, and flexibility through our GEICO Flex program.
Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor‑made for you and your family’s overall well‑being.
Financial benefits including market‑competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition‑based incentives; and tuition assistance.
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
Supports flexibility – We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.
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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Insurance
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