Lead Software Engineer - Platform Engineering

State Farm•Dunwoody, GA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most. This position is focused on IaaS Engineering with a specialty in platform engineering, Virtual Machine (VM) provisioning, and Infrastructure as Code(IaC)/automation. There are several opportunities within the team to expand knowledge to other IaaS technologies and influence future infrastructure designs. As a member of the IWTS IaaS Engineering team, you will be challenged and empowered to grow professionally. We appreciate your interest in this role.

Requirements

Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Go, Python).
Proficiency with containerization and container orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Proficiency with Git and modern version control practices.
Proficiency in designing and developing APIs.
Intermediate knowledge of infrastructure concepts/design.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as a results-driven self-starter with a passion for research, hands-on proof-of-concept development, and continuous learning.
Ability to identify technical challenges, evaluate options, and independently develop innovative solutions.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex software and infrastructure issues.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, including the ability to work effectively across teams, document research findings/proof-of-concept results/ architectural decisions, and showcase technical solutions to a variety of audiences.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of platform engineering principals and objectives.
Understanding of server virtualization concepts
Understanding of monitoring, observability, reporting, and logging tools to support system performance, reliability, and availability.
Proficiency in developing, maintaining, and utilizing GitOps.
Working knowledge of security principles, governance, risk management, and compliance processes.
Demonstrated ability to foster innovation, encourage diverse perspectives, and incorporate new ideas into technical solutions and team practices.
Relevant industry certifications in infrastructure, cloud platforms, virtualization, or related technical disciplines.

Responsibilities

Collaborating with ET product teams to understand and evaluate technical requirements that may result in infrastructure offering modifications.
Working closely with the IWTS Service Delivery teams and a Managed Service Provider (MSP) to evaluate and validate proposed technical solutions and changes.
Working closely with IWTS Area Level Architecture to identify areas of improvement, changes to architectural standards, and future state capability strategies.
Working with the Project Support Office (PSO) as technical resources in validation of project estimates and requirements or as technical resources on defined projects.
Expanding knowledge to other IaaS technologies and influencing future infrastructure designs.
Mentor engineers and contribute to technical direction, platform standards, and continuous improvement.
Build and maintain productive relationships with vendors and external technology partners.
Represent State Farm professionally at industry conferences, technical events, and other external engagements.

Benefits

Compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week
Potential starting salary range: $110,000 - $160,000
Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary
Annual raise and bonus
Robust health and wellbeing programs
State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium
Multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan
All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care
Access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals
Educational benefits like industry leading training programs
Top-notch tuition assistance programs
Employee resource groups
Mentoring
Fertility/IVF/adoption assistance
College coaching
National discount programs
Interactive monthly financial workshops
Free financial coaching
Ability to start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union
Generous time off policies
Opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually
Parental leave
Paid holidays
Celebration day
Life leave (40 hours/year)
Bereavement leave
Community service/education support days
Matching Gift Program
Good Neighbor Grant Program
Employee Assistance Fund
Free financial advisors
401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary