Senior Staff Software Engineer - IaaS (VM-as-a-Service)

September 20

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GEICO

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Auto Insurance • RV Insurance • ATV Insurance • Boat Insurance • Motorcycle Insurance

10,000+ employees

Founded 1936

💸 Finance

Description

• GEICO is seeking an experienced Staff Engineer with a passion for building high performance platforms. • You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we transition to a tech organization. • Our Sr. Staff Engineer works with teams to innovate and build new systems, improve and enhance existing systems. • You will lead the strategy and execution of a technical roadmap that will increase the velocity of delivering products. • The VM Management team is driving the development of the next-gen Kubernetes-based VM platform, prioritizing security and reliability.

Requirements

• Expertise in multi-cluster metrics, observability, and operations utilizing frameworks such as Grafana and Prometheus. • In-depth understanding of containerization technologies, including Docker, Podman, and Rancher. • Proficient with advanced technologies like ArgoCD and KubeVirt. • In-depth knowledge and practical experience in Linux operating systems, internals, and command-line utilities. • Proven expertise in optimizing CI/CD for streamlined Kubernetes deployment and configuration using GitOps and ArgoCD. • Hands-on experience in public and/or private cloud environments, including OpenStack, Kubernetes, Azure, AWS, and GCP. • Extensive experience in API, Microservices, network, and security architectures, incorporating design patterns. • Strong foundations in software engineering, encompassing the entire software delivery lifecycle. • Professional experience in software development using modern programming languages like Go, Python, or Java. • Experience in security protocols and products, including Active Directory, SAML, and OAuth. • Demonstrated ability to design and implement resilient, scalable, and efficient solutions. • Experience in building architecture and design, covering patterns, reliability, and scaling for both new and existing systems. • Fluent in DevOps concepts and cloud architecture, with a strong foundation in Shell scripting. • Experience in Datacenter structure, capabilities, and offerings, with a focus on Azure platform and native services. • Possesses relevant cloud and container certifications, coupled with in-depth knowledge of computer science data structures and algorithms. • Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to risk mitigation, along with excellent communication skills to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences. • Demonstrated ability to excel in dynamic, startup-like environments, showcasing adaptability and resilience.

Benefits

• 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