Lead Software Engineer I

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. 

Job Description

The Application Developer Sr Consultant I contributes to the development of code for complex modules, participates in design reviews, conducts code reviews, creates test plans, and participates in testing reviews, and resolves moderate defects. The Sr Consultant I designs, documents, reviews, and maintains components of software solutions for complex projects. Under limited supervision, the Sr. Consultant I works closely with business partners to identify needs and design technology solutions to overcome process bottlenecks, reduce use of contingent claim resources, reduce compliance risks, or generally increase operational efficiency. They are often required to deliver tactical solutions that can be implemented within a few days. They are responsible for contributing to all phases of the application development cycle: beginning with requirements gathering, through release, and ultimately ongoing user support.

Key Responsibilities

• Focuses on ensuring execution of change management activities supporting production deployment to Developers, Quality Control Analysts, and Environment Management personnel

• Breaks down complex information to identify support issues and initiate action to resolve the problem and provides technical assistance to resolve complex issues.

• Contributes to the creation of accurate test plans, conditions, and data; participates in testing reviews to include conducting basic levels of module and integration testing according to process standards; track and resolve moderate defects.

• Applies strong understanding as a technical expert for Band B application developers

• Designs and implements enhanced technical documentation and implement changes

• Develops or confirms detailed project or system change estimates or project plans, calibrate estimating factors for continuous improvements

• Contributes to the development of code for intermediate to complex modules with high-level architecture, following documentation and development standards

• Assumes responsibility by ensuring that design/code reviews are scheduled and executed; provide feedback and recommends solutions; ensures that design standards and documentation are followed and certifies that code meets quality standards

• Analyzes and evaluates detailed business, functional, and high-level technical requirements (including recovery, security, and audit)

Education

• 4 year Bachelors Degree (Preferred)

Experience

• 3 or more years of experience (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job does not have supervisory duties.

Education & Experience (in lieu)

• In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Primary Skills

Application Development, Code Reviews, Design Reviews, Technical Consulting, Test Planning

Shift Time

Recruiter Info

Shriya Kumari

skuow@allstate.com

About Allstate

Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.  

You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. 

Good Hands. Greater Together.

The Allstate Corporation is one of the largest publicly held insurance providers in the United States. Ranked No. 84 in the 2023 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue, The Allstate Corporation owns and operates 18 companies in the United States, Canada, Northern Ireland, and India. Allstate India Private Limited, also known as Allstate India, is a subsidiary of The Allstate Corporation. The India talent center was set up in 2012 and operates under the corporation's Good Hands promise. As it innovates operations and technology, Allstate India has evolved beyond its technology functions to be the critical strategic business services arm of the corporation. With offices in Bengaluru and Pune, the company offers expertise to the parent organization’s business areas including technology and innovation, accounting and imaging services, policy administration, transformation solution design and support services, transformation of property liability service design, global operations and integration, and training and transition.

Learn more about Allstate India here.