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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - **Company:** GEICO - **Location:** Bethesda, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $215,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Airflow, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, DevOps, Distributed Systems, NoSQL, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Enterprise Software Applications, Apache Spark, Backend, Production Code, Maintaining Code, Apache Kafka, Software Coding, Golang - **Published:** May 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=671b5b7d8576440a ## About the Role Do you have experience in Test Automation Development (Quality assurance practices)?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * 4+ years of professional, hands-on software development experience * Strong experience in architecting and designing large-scale, complex systems * Proficient coding skills in C#, Golang, Java or similar languages, capable of producing high-performance, production-quality code * Experience with a wide range of technologies, including SQL and NoSQL databases, Kafka, Spark, Airflow, or their equivalents * Proficient in using cloud computing tools throughout the software development lifecycle, with deep expertise in DevOps, observability, telemetry, and test automation * Skilled in collaborating across engineering teams and other functions to build alignment, drive decision-making, and communicate transparently Preferred Qualifications * Experience in the financial technology sector, with a focus on billing, payments, subscription management, and financial reporting * Proven track record in designing and implementing workflow engines Education * Bachelor's and/or Master's degree, preferably in CS, or equivalent experience ## Description The Billing Platform team at GEICO oversees the tools, infrastructure, data, reporting, analytics, and services essential for delivering seamless billing experiences to internal users, end customers, and partners. Our billing platform functions as the backbone for managing financial transactions and customer interactions, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction while supporting strategic growth and ensuring compliance., We are seeking a lead Backend Software Engineer with extensive experience in designing, building, and maintaining large-scale applications and distributed systems. You will become an integral part of a team dedicated to managing GEICO's core billing platform. This platform includes a comprehensive array of components such as a core billing engine, invoicing system, commissions management, collections, payment processing, CRM integration, subscription management, credit control and dunning management, along with reporting and analytics. * In this role, you will play a pivotal role in re-architecting our platform from the ground up, focusing on enhancing the scalability and efficiency of our systems. Responsibilities * Contribute to high-level and low-level designs of one or more sub-systems of the billing platform we are building Be responsible for the quality, reliability, usability, and performance of the solutions you deliver * Provide technical input and support across multiple billing teams, helping ensure alignment with the Platform's technical vision and business objectives * Participate in the design and development of complex software systems, ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and meet high-quality standards. This includes maintaining code quality and collaborating with stakeholders to understand and implement project requirements * Work closely with various departments, including product management and design, to ensure cohesive and successful project delivery. Communicate effectively and collaborate across teams to achieve common goals, Great Rewards: We offer compensation and benefits built to enhance your physical well-being, mental and emotional health and financial future. * 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. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) - [Tomorrow's cloud data platforms - fully managed database-as-a-service (DBaaS)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/254-tomorrow-s-cloud-data-platforms-fully-managed-database-as-a-service-dbaas) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [Backend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/196-backend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)