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Senior Software Engineer - DevOps

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Position Summary

GEICO is seeking talented and experienced DevOps SRE with strong technical background in programming, configuration management, CI/CD pipelines, containerization and cloud platforms. In this role, you will design and maintain efficient infrastructure, automate deployment processes, monitor system performance, and collaborate with development teams to ensure reliable and scalable operations.

Position Description

At GEICO Technology Solutions, we are on a journey to revolutionize the Insurtech space with our technology offerings in the Insurance market and provide excellent service with better efficiency to our Customers and Associates. To achieve our vision and mission, we are focusing on transforming our existing tech to deliver products and capabilities that are marketplace ready and are agnostic of the Line of Business or the Channel utilized. With this massive mission, we are looking to build a strong team of skilled and talented DevOps engineers for our Claims Technology team with passion for building high-performance, low-latency platforms and applications.

Position Responsibilities

Scope, design, and develop scalable and resilient distributed infrastructure, platforms, and applications.

Lead design sessions and topology reviews to enhance the quality of engineering across the organization.

Execute infrastructure and software delivery using Agile methodology (Scrum and Kanban) to enable continuous delivery.

Leverage Infrastructure as code, PowerShell scripting, operation portals (such as Azure Portal) and monitoring tools (including Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, Azure Application Insights) to ensure robust, timely and cost-effective outcomes.

Lead migration efforts from on-prem legacy services to Kubernetes (AKS), Docker containers and App Services by collaborating with architects, developers, configuration management, network and security teams.

Effectively manage the delivery of multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously, mentor and support junior engineers. Share best practices and drive process improvements within and across teams.

Build infrastructure definitions for highly resilient systems, apply technical expertise to troubleshoot across multiple systems, deploy multi-region high-availability systems and provide operational support.

Automate operational tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.

Represent the team and provide outstanding 24x7 production support as part of an on-call rotation.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.

6+ years of experience in Infrastructure, DevOps, SRE and Cloud Architecture.

Strong background in Software engineering and IT operations.

Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Java, Go, JavaScript).

Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix systems, 2+ years of experience in scripting languages (Bash, Python)

Understanding of networking concepts (Load balancing, Firewall, DNS, Nginx)

2+ years of experience working with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, Azure App Insights)

Ability to implement and manage logging and alerting systems

2+ years of experience with IoC/Automation technologies (Terraform, ARM templates, Ansible)

Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS)

3+ years of experience in Production support, incident triaging and Root Cause Analysis

2+ years of experience with build and release automation products (CI/CD, ADO, Git, Jenkins)

Relevant certifications in Azure, DevOps, or Kubernetes administration are preferred.

Annual Salary

$90,000.00 - $215,000.00

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.

GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified 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 Assistance
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.

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What You Should Know About Senior Software Engineer - DevOps, GEICO

Are you an experienced Senior Software Engineer with a passion for DevOps? Join GEICO in Chevy Chase, MD, where you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming the Insurtech space! As part of our Claims Technology team, you will design and maintain our infrastructure, automate deployment processes, and collaborate alongside skilled development teams to ensure our systems are efficient, reliable, and scalable. This isn’t just any position - we are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and has solid expertise in programming, configuration management, and CI/CD pipelines. You will lead design sessions, manage multiple projects, and mentor junior engineers as you implement sophisticated solutions using tools such as Azure, Kubernetes, and Docker. If you’re ready to build high-performance applications and contribute to our mission of providing superior service to our customers, we want to hear from you! This is your chance to drastically impact our technology offerings and help us create innovative solutions that are agile and user-focused. You’ll be supported by a Total Rewards Program that enhances your financial future and well-being, and we’ll even consider sponsorship for qualified candidates. Get ready to make your mark at GEICO!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Software Engineer - DevOps at GEICO?

As a Senior Software Engineer - DevOps at GEICO, your main responsibilities will include designing and implementing scalable infrastructure, executing continuous delivery through Agile methodologies, collaborating with development teams, and automating deployment processes. You'll also lead migrations to cloud environments and support production systems 24/7, ensuring the robustness of our services.