Senior Manager, Staff Software Engineering

GEICO

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Bethesda, MD
Salary
$130,000–$300,000 / yr
Posted
8 days ago

Market check

Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $194k
This role $215k
$110k most similar roles pay here $320k

This role pays more than 66% of similar roles. Most pay $163,416–$223,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $215k versus about $194k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About GEICO

GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is one of the largest auto insurers in the United States, offering affordable auto, home, renters, and other personal insurance products. Industry: Insurance

GEICO currently has 131 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $110,000–$230,000 across 131 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Senior Manager, Staff Software Engineering

At GEICO Technology Solutions, the Senior Manager, Staff Software Engineering role is pivotal in driving application stability and regulatory compliance within an enterprise-scale production Policy Management system. Leading one or more engineering teams, you will oversee complex issue resolution, identify systemic gaps, and deliver sustainable solutions to improve system health while executing the Compliance roadmap. Key responsibilities include project management, performance evaluation, change management, and fostering a growth mindset culture. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of hands-on development experience, 3+ years in leadership roles managing large teams, and expertise in cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure), CI/CD processes, and SDLC. This role demands strong technical acumen, strategic planning skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels, ensuring compliance and enhancing customer experiences in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll do

  • Lead engineering teams in resolving complex production issues and improving system health.
  • Drive application stability and compliance with regulatory requirements for the Policy Management system.
  • Execute change management processes and deliver projects on time with stakeholder collaboration.
  • Identify technical skill gaps, develop remediation plans, and foster a growth mindset within the team.
  • Craft strategic arguments to enhance process improvement, cost leadership, and customer experience.
  • Administer coaching and performance improvement plans for team members.

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years of hands-on development or solutions engineering experience
  • 3+ years of leadership managing large teams with multiple scrum teams
  • Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure)
  • Expertise in CI/CD, Release Management, and Configuration Management processes
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences
  • Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation
  • Proven ability to solve problems proactively in ambiguous environments

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