Full-Time

Afrotech Conference – Senior Engineer

Posted on 10/15/2024

Geico

Geico

10,001+ employees

Direct-to-consumer auto and home insurance

Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$90k - $185kAnnually

Senior

H1B Sponsorship Available

Remote in USA

This posting is for 2024 AfroTech Conference Attendees Only.

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Microsoft Azure
Python
JavaScript
Dart
Data Structures & Algorithms
Java
TypeScript
C#
AWS
Go
REST APIs
Development Operations (DevOps)
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Fluency and specialization with at least one modern language such as Kotlin, Java, Golang, JavaScript, TypeScript, JSX, Dart, Python, or C# including object-oriented design
  • Experience building products using microservices, event-driven architecture and extensible REST APIs
  • Experience architecting and designing new and current systems
  • In-depth knowledge of CS data structures and algorithms
  • Experience with cloud computing tooling across the software development life cycle with fluency in DevOps, Infrastructure as code, observability, telemetry, CI/CD and test automation
  • Experience with application design, implementation, maintenance, diagnosis, and correcting issues
  • Experience supporting production systems, debugging and mitigating production issues, and being on-call
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment demonstrating initiative and ownership
  • 4+ years of professional software development experience
  • 3+ years of experience with architecture and design
  • 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
  • 2+ years of experience in open-source frameworks
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with your team to design and develop scalable, resilient, and distributed systems.
  • Partner with product owners, designers and other engineers to deliver high-quality software that meets customer needs and business objectives
  • Participate in design and code reviews, contribute to automated testing, and maintain a high bar on code quality by applying best practices
  • Identify and resolve issues in existing systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Stay up to date with the latest technologies, frameworks and methodologies to continuously improve our software products and development processes.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to foster a culture of constant learning

GEICO provides a range of insurance products, with a primary focus on auto insurance. The company sells policies directly to consumers, which allows them to offer lower rates by eliminating intermediaries like brokers. Customers can obtain quotes, manage their policies, and file claims through GEICO's user-friendly website. In addition to auto insurance, GEICO also covers motorcycles, ATVs, RVs, and offers home and renters insurance. What sets GEICO apart from its competitors is its strong online presence and memorable advertising campaigns that enhance brand recognition and customer loyalty. The company's goal is to simplify the insurance process for its customers while providing competitive rates and comprehensive coverage options.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Founded

1936

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Expansion into commercial insurance diversifies revenue and reduces dependency on auto insurance.
  • Partnership with Wendell Charles strengthens regional market presence and customer acquisition.
  • Collaboration with MLB enhances brand visibility and customer interaction through sports marketing.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from digital-first startups may erode GEICO's market share.
  • Rise of autonomous vehicles could reduce demand for traditional auto insurance.
  • Lag in technology upgrades may lead to customer dissatisfaction.

What makes Geico unique

  • GEICO's direct-to-consumer model offers competitive rates by eliminating intermediaries.
  • Strong online presence allows easy policy management and claims filing for customers.
  • Memorable advertising campaigns enhance brand recognition and customer loyalty.

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