Software Engineer I

Mercury Insurance Services, LLC • Los Angeles, CA

93d • $74,955 - $138,744

About The Position

As a Software Engineer I, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications and systems. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers and managers to build high-quality, innovative, and performant software that complies with coding standards and technical design.

Requirements

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or other related fields Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum: Up to 2 years experience in programming in one or more industry-standard languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C++, JavaScript).
• Minimum: Experienced in programming in one or more industry-standard languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C++, JavaScript).
• Knowledgeable in leveraging various data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Familiar with relational databases, NoSQL, and caching solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good communication abilities.
• Capable of working independently on simple tasks.
• Ability to collaborate and influence team members to address impediments and deliver desired results.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred: Master’s Degree in Computer Science.
• Preferred: 6 or more months of experience in Java.
• Preferred: 6 or more months of experience in Javascript.
• Preferred: Exposure to Microservices.
• Preferred: Exposure to CI/CD pipeline.
• Preferred: Exposure to Cassandra.
• Preferred: Exposure to GitHub.
• Preferred: Experience in developing RESTful services.
• Preferred: Good understanding of Java Design Patterns.
• Preferred: Exposure to message queues.
• Preferred: Exposure to Mockito Unit Tests.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of relevant product areas, codebases, and systems.
• Write high-quality code for simple scenarios with good test coverage.
• Assist with any application system support needs.
• Participate in design and code reviews of applications to ensure best practices, adherence to Mercury standards, and high quality.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions.
• Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours).
• Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus).
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance.
• 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Engaging work environment.
• Promotional opportunities.
• Education assistance.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Company recognition program.
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees