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Staff Software Engineer (Backend) - Billing Platform *HYBRID*

AI summary of the role

Lead backend engineer role on GEICO's Billing Platform team, responsible for re-architecting the core billing engine, invoicing, payments, and subscription systems from the ground up.

No longer in the current catalog. Last included 2026-09-09. Check the employer’s posting for availability.

What you’ll do

  • Oversee high-level and low-level designs of one or more sub-systems of the billing platform
  • Lead design and development of complex, scalable software systems
  • Provide strategic guidance and oversight for multiple billing teams
  • Identify and prioritize technical challenges that pose risks to business

What you’ll bring

  • 8+ years of professional, hands-on software development experience
  • Strong experience in architecting and designing large-scale, complex systems
  • Proficient coding skills in Java, Kotlin, Golang, or similar languages
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, Kafka, Spark, Airflow, or equivalents

Technologies

Java · Kotlin · Golang · SQL · NoSQL · Kafka · Spark · Airflow · DevOps · observability

About Geico

Third-largest US auto insurer, selling personal auto and property coverage direct-to-consumer to millions of drivers; a wholly owned Berkshire Hathaway subsidiary.

Acquired · 5000+ people

Source and classification

Internal deployment & tooling · Evidence for this classification:

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. What you will do 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,
More from the job description

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive through relentless innovation to exceed our customers’ expectations while making a real impact for our company through our shared purpose. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported and proud to work here. That’s why we offer The GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards and Great Careers. At GEICO, we are not just an insurance company; we are a technology-driven organization that is transforming the insurance landscape. Our mission is to leverage cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional experiences for our customers and create innovative solutions that redefine the industry. About The Team 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. What you will do We are seeking a lead Backend Software Engineer with exten [... source excerpt omitted ...] s 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 Oversee high-level and low-level designs of one or more sub-systems of the billing platform we are building Be responsible and accountable for the quality, reliability, usability, and performance of the solutions Provide strategic guidance and oversight for multiple billing teams, ensuring alignment with the Platform’s technical vision [... source excerpt omitted ...] ing they are scalable, maintainable, and meet high-quality standards. This includes evaluating code quality and collaborating with stakeholders to understand and implement project requirements Identify and prioritize technical challenges that may pose risks to business. Develop solutions to address these issues efficiently, ensuring smooth product development Work closely with various departments, including product management and design, to ensure cohesive and successful project delivery. Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across teams to achieve common goals Mentor and guide engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Provide technical

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