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We are seeking a Software Developer to join our Investment Technology team, serving as a key contributor to building and maintaining trading platforms, financial reporting systems, and data integration solutions. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy scalable applications that support our asset management operations. A strong foundation in scripting languages, database technologies, and back-end development is essential for success in this position. Work 2 days a week at Chicago Riverpoint office and 3 days at home., * Develop and maintain automation scripts usingPython, SAS, Bash, or PowerShellfor data processing, reporting, and workflow optimization.
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Write, optimize, and maintain complexSQL queries, stored procedures, and functionsacross enterprise database platforms (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL).
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable back-end services usingJava Spring BootandNode.js.
- Build responsive front-end interfaces usingReact.js, HTML, and CSS.
- Develop and consumeRESTful APIs, SOAP web services, and JSON-based integrations.
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Write clean, maintainable code followingobject-oriented programming (OOP)principles and coding standards.
- Implement comprehensive testing strategies including unit, integration, and acceptance testing (TDD).
- Perform code refactoring to improve performance, readability, and maintainability.
- Manage source code usingGitand participate in code reviews.
- SupportCI/CD pipelinesusing Jenkins, Gradle, and containerization with Kubernetes.
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Implementweb and API securitybest practices to protect applications and data.
- Partner with business analysts, front office, and operations teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Collaborate with cloud infrastructure teams to deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms (Apigee, AWS, Azure).
- Troubleshoot production issues and support continuous improvement initiatives., The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
Requirements
- 3-6 yearsof hands-on software development experience.
- Strong proficiency in scripting languagessuch as Python, SAS, Bash, PowerShell, or Perl for automation, data processing, and analytics.
- Advanced SQL skillswith experience writing complex queries, joins, aggregations, stored procedures, and performance tuning across Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL.
- Proficient inback-end programmingwith Java and JavaScript.
- Experience withJava Spring Bootfor building enterprise-grade applications.
- Working knowledge ofReact.jsand advanced JavaScript libraries/frameworks.
- Solid understanding ofObject-Oriented Programming (OOP)principles and design patterns.
- Experience developing and integratingSOAP/REST APIsand working with JSON data formats.
- Hands-on experience withTest-Driven Development (TDD).
- Proficient withGitfor version control and collaborative development.
- Familiarity withCI/CD pipelinesusing Jenkins and Gradle.
- Experience withcontainerization and orchestrationusing Kubernetes.
- Working knowledge ofNode.jsfor server-side development.
- Proficiency with development tools includingIntelliJ IDEandPostman.
- Understanding ofweb security and API securityprinciples.
- Familiarity withHTML/CSSfor front-end development.
- Exposure tocloud infrastructureand API management platforms (Apigee, AWS, Azure).
- Familiarity withAgile/Scrummethodologies and SDLC best practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline preferred.
Nice to Have
- Exposure to investment management platforms (eFront, Aladdin) or financial services domain.
- Understanding ofAI, generative AI, or information agent concepts.
- Experience with reporting and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, SSRS).
- Familiarity with Alternative Investments (Private Equity, Private Credit, Real Assets, Hedge Funds).
- Knowledge of ETL processes and data integration concepts.
- Experience with additional scripting languages (R, VBA, Groovy).
Experience
- 2 or more years of experience (Preferred) *
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Skills Collaboration, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integrations, JavaScript, JavaScript Object Notation (JSON), Java Spring, Python (Programming Language), Software Development, When working from home, you must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.
To help create a more personal and engaging experience, we ask that you join with your camera on if your interview is virtual. Please also have a Valid Photo Identification available at the start of your interview. If you require any accommodations or have questions ahead of your interview please reach out to your recruiter.
Note: Internal candidates are only asked to join on video; a Valid Photo Identification is not needed for the interview.
Benefits & conditions
Compensation offered for this role is 70,100.00 - 121,475.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
About the company
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection., Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs.
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