Hybrid Software Engineer - Java (Entry/Mid Level)

State Farm•Bloomington, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

State Farm is seeking Software Engineers with 1-4 years of experience in Java and OO Design Principles to join their team. The role focuses on modernization efforts within Property & Casualty systems. This is a hybrid position requiring candidates to live within a 180-mile radius of Bloomington, IL, or Richardson, TX, and involves a mix of remote and in-office work. The engineer will be responsible for implementing complex solutions, including functional requirements, coding, support, and adhering to agile team principles. The role requires application development skills, strong writing and collaboration abilities, and excellent communication skills.

Requirements

1-4 years working experience with Java and OO Design Principles.
Experience with Full Stack Development (Java/J2EE, Python, JavaScript, React, Node.js, SQL, SOAP/REST, Spring Framework, Splunk, etc.).
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and leveraging tools like GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins and Docker.
Experience with test automation and various products (Karate, Cucumber, Codecept, etc.).
Experience with version control tools such as Git.
Knowledge of agile methodologies.
Ability to collaborate and build relationships locally & across locations.
Clear communication skills, both verbal & written.
Strong aptitude and demonstrated ability to learn new languages and frameworks.
Possess technical curiosity and enthusiasm to learn new technologies and follow industry best-practices and trends.

Nice To Haves

Foundational knowledge of cloud technologies such as AWS with hands on experience a plus.
Enthusiasm for innovation, diversity of thought, and new ideas.

Responsibilities

Implementing complex solutions, including functional requirements, coding, and support.
Adhering to agile team principles and leadership.
Application development.
Writing and collaboration.
Strong communication.

Benefits

38:45-hour work week.
Potential starting salary range: $85,500 - $93,000.
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 10% 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.
Generous time off policies.
Opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus 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.