Software Engineer Consultant - Remote

Allstate is a company dedicated to protecting families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. They are seeking a Software Engineering Consultant II with expertise in cloud engineering and strong programming skills in Python and Java, who will design and develop scalable backend services and cloud-native applications.

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

Requirements:

• Strong foundational knowledge in cloud engineering
• Hands-on experience with AWS services (S3, SQS, Lambda)
• Solid programming skills in Python and Java (Spring Boot)
• Embraces Extreme Programming (XP) practices such as test-driven development, pair programming, continuous integration, and frequent releases
• Product mindset
• Excellent communication skills
• Passion for delivering high-quality, customer-centric solutions
• Familiarity with developer productivity tools like GitHub Copilot
• Strong understanding of observability practices
• 2 or more years of experience