Staff Software Engineer - Infrastructure, Data Lakehouse Platform

GEICO

Remote Actively hiring
Bethesda, MD · Palo Alto, CA · Seattle, WA · Fort Worth, TX Posted 29 days ago $100,000$230,000 / year

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TL;DR

GEICO is hiring a Staff Software Engineer to join its engineering team as it develops a core Data Lakehouse for the company’s diverse data needs. This role involves designing and building scalable, resilient components of the Data Lakehouse while leading architecture reviews and mentoring peers. The ideal candidate will spearhead new software evaluations, innovate with cutting-edge tooling, and collaborate closely with various teams to solve complex technical challenges. Key skills include expertise in open-source table formats like Apache Iceberg and Delta, proficiency with compute engines such as Apache Spark and Trino, and experience with cloud computing platforms including AWS and Azure. Additionally, the position requires deep knowledge of distributed systems, container technology, DevOps concepts, and cloud architecture, making it a pivotal role for driving technical excellence within GEICO’s engineering community.

Skills

AWS Azure Google Cloud Apache Iceberg Delta Hudi Apache Spark Apache Flink Trino Presto Docker Kubernetes DevOps CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Scope, design, and build scalable, resilient Data Lakehouse components.
  • Lead architecture sessions and reviews with peers and leadership.
  • Spearhead new software evaluations and innovate with cutting-edge tooling.
  • Mentor team members to enhance their technical expertise and knowledge.
  • Stay updated on the latest open-source projects and technologies.

What we're looking for

  • 6+ years of professional experience in data software development and big data technologies.
  • Expertise in designing and developing scalable, resilient distributed systems.
  • Experience with open-source Data Lakehouse platform components (Iceberg, Delta, Hudi).
  • Proficiency in cloud computing environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Knowledge of container technology like Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Active involvement in open-source software projects and communities.
  • Strong background in DevOps concepts and cloud architecture.

Market check

Salary context

This $100,000–$230,000 range sits above 28% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$143,000$245,250

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$165,000$215,125

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

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 128 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $110,000–$230,000 across 128 roles with salary data.

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