Software Engineer Consultant II

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. 

Job Description

We are seeking a Software Engineering Consultant I with strong foundational knowledge in cloud engineering, hands-on experience with AWS services (S3, SQS, Lambda), and solid programming skills in Python and Java (Spring Boot). The ideal candidate embraces Extreme Programming (XP) practices such as test-driven development, pair programming, continuous integration, and frequent releases. They should have a product mindset, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality, customer-centric solutions. Familiarity with developer productivity tools like GitHub Copilot and a strong understanding of observability practices are highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend services and cloud-native applications using AWS, Python, and Java Spring Boot.
• Apply XP practices including:
  • Test-Driven Development (TDD) to ensure code reliability and maintainability.
  • Pair Programming to foster collaboration and improve code quality.
  • Continuous Integration (CI) for rapid feedback and stable builds.
  • Frequent releases to deliver incremental value and respond quickly to change.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand user needs and deliver impactful features.
• Build event-driven and serverless architectures using AWS services like Lambda, SQS, and S3.
• Leverage GitHub Copilot to enhance development efficiency and reduce boilerplate coding.
• Implement and maintain observability best practices including logging, metrics, and distributed tracing to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and retrospectives to continuously improve development processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues with a focus on reliability and performance.
• Maintain high standards of software quality through documentation, testing, and adherence to coding standards.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in software development.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and  Python programming.
• Exposure to Extreme Programming (XP) methodologies and agile engineering practices.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven systems.
• Experience using GitHub Copilot in day-to-day development workflows.
• Familiarity with observability tools and frameworks such as CloudWatch, splunk, kibana or Datadog.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This role does not include supervisory duties.

Education & Experience (in lieu)

In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Primary Skills

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Recruiter Info

Annapurna Jha

About Allstate

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.

The Allstate Corporation is one of the largest publicly held insurance providers in the United States. Ranked No. 84 in the 2023 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue, The Allstate Corporation owns and operates 18 companies in the United States, Canada, Northern Ireland, and India. Allstate India Private Limited, also known as Allstate India, is a subsidiary of The Allstate Corporation. The India talent center was set up in 2012 and operates under the corporation's Good Hands promise. As it innovates operations and technology, Allstate India has evolved beyond its technology functions to be the critical strategic business services arm of the corporation. With offices in Bengaluru and Pune, the company offers expertise to the parent organization's business areas including technology and innovation, accounting and imaging services, policy administration, transformation solution design and support services, transformation of property liability service design, global operations and integration, and training and transition.

Learn more about Allstate India here.

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