Software Engineer – Microservices & AI

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

We are seeking Software Engineer with expertise in microservice development, security and performance testing, agile methodologies, and generative AI tools like CoPilot. This role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing microservices that are secure, high-performing, and scalable.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Microservice Development:
   - Design, develop, and deploy microservices using Java frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot).
   - Ensure modularity and scalability in the architecture to accommodate future growth.
   - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.

2. Security and Performance Testing:
   - Implement security best practices in microservice development and deployment.
   - Conduct regular security audits and performance tests to identify vulnerabilities and bottlenecks.
   - Use tools and frameworks for testing and validating the security and performance of applications.

3. Agile Development:
   - Participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
   - Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to refine user stories and acceptance criteria.
   - Adapt to changing requirements and prioritize tasks effectively.

4. Generative AI Integration:
   - Leverage generative AI tools, particularly CoPilot, to enhance coding efficiency and support development tasks.
   - Experiment with AI-driven solutions to improve application features and user experience.
   - Stay updated on advancements in AI technologies and explore their applications in microservices.

5. Collaboration & Communication:
   - Work closely with DevOps teams to ensure smooth deployment and integration of microservices.
   - Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to align on project goals and progress.
   - Document design decisions, processes, and testing results for future reference.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s or Master degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in microservice development using Java (2+ years preferred).
- Strong understanding of security practices and performance optimization techniques.
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and tools
- Experience with generative AI tools, particularly GitHub CoPilot or similar.

Desired Skills:

- Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS or Azure or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with databases (SQL and NoSQL) and API design (REST).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Primary Skills

Shift Time

Shift B (India)

Recruiter Info

Hiral Rughani [C]

hrugj@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.