Technology Development Program – Software Engineer Development Track (SDP)

2024 Cohorts will have a start date of either January 22, 2024 or July 15, 2024 based on candidate preference. GEICO’s Technology Solutions team is seeking high-performing, creative tech college graduates for our Technology Development Program (TDP). You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we redefine experience for our customers. Start your career with us. The possibilities are endless!

GEICO’s technology teams have positioned our company as a mobile, internet, and customer experience leader, proving that we are more than just an insurance company. We’re a cutting-edge technology company, and we’re growing and transforming all the time. Come be a part of this journey and help us build technology to disrupt the insurance industry, building experiences that will impact hundreds of millions of users!

As a part of our TDP, you will join a two-year cohort with an embedded support structure, learning and development journey, and community to accelerate your career and prepare you for success within your field. You are a full-time associate from day one; your experience across the two years will be diverse and full of learning opportunities!

We’ll support your professional development while you gain real, hands-on technical experience. You’ll learn new technologies, languages, and soft skills. As part of the program, you will also receive mentoring from leadership and peers to jumpstart your career. You can take advantage of GEICO’s education benefits to pursue certifications or graduate studies.

Software Engineer Development Track Responsibilities:

• Work across engineering teams to ensure that we provide a frictionless experience to our customers, maintaining the highest standards of protection and availability.
• Deliver high-quality technology products and services in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly.
• Scope, design, and build scalable, resilient distributed systems.
• Engage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycle.
• Participate in design sessions and code reviews with peers to elevate the quality of engineering across the organization.
• Utilize programming languages like .NET, Python, SQL, Java, and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of Azure tools and services.
• Influence product definition and leverage your technical skills to drive towards the right solution.
• Design, develop, and troubleshoot applications to enhance customer experience and improve business efficiency.
• Dig deep into coding, creating and refining applications for our customers and associates.
• Contribute to valuable business initiatives, participate in scrum meetings, and give presentations.

Candidate Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or other relevant engineering major, obtained by May 2024.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (please upload ALL transcripts as part of the application process).
• Advanced coursework and hands-on experience with at least one modern language such as Java, C++, or C# including object-oriented design.
• Strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and core computer science concepts.
• Hands-on experience with user requirements, web applications, coding reviews, and code quality.
• Strong coding skills, with the ability to produce high quality code that is reusable and repeatable without being overly complex.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, programming, and written and verbal English communication skills.
• Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development lifecycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, and real-time communication).
• Basic understanding of existing Operational Portals such as Azure Portal.
• Basic understanding of HTML-5, JavaScript/TypeScript, XML, JSON, and RESTful Web Services.
• Basic understanding of Monitoring Tools and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE).
• Basic understanding of Powershell scripting.
• Well-rounded experiences outside of the classroom with different technologies, resulting in projects that demonstrate strong engineering skills and abilities.
• Previous professional software development internship preferred.

Program associates will primarily work remotely but will be asked to visit GEICO office locations for team collaboration events as needed.

Candidate will participate in a technical skills assessment and multi-dimensional interviews as part of the selection process.

Benefits:

At GEICO, we make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being. GEICO continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. To help achieve this goal, we support associate-led Employee Resource Groups that foster a true sense of community. Through GEICO’s competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our Total Rewards Program* that includes:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**.
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Tuition Assistance including Direct Billing and Reimbursement payment plan options.
• Paid Training, Licensures, and Certificates.
• 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.

Annual Salary:

$60,000.00 - $157,000.00. 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. At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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.