Sr. Software Engineer I
Location: USA
Department: TECH TOS
Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as a Sr. Software Engineer I!
About the role
As a Senior Software Engineer I, you will build and maintain secure, scalable software with a strong focus on production stability and long‑term reliability. You will own production support and bug resolution, working closely with the product support team to triage issues, analyze root causes, and deliver durable fixes across both modern and legacy systems. This role partners in design discussions, code reviews, testing, and CI/CD support while contributing to an inclusive, collaborative engineering culture.
What you will do
- Develop secure, high quality, performant scalable code, using the required programming language and tools.
- Participate in design reviews, provide recommendations into design discussions.
- Define and perform unit testing of code. Support functional and regression testing efforts.
- Collaborate and participate in peer reviews.
- Configure and support automated code builds and deployments.
- Solve problems, and provide ongoing maintenance and support for applications and systems
- In collaboration with senior team members, write and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, user guides, and maintenance manuals.
- Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, technologies and standards, and apply them to enhance software solutions.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, promotes equity, and reflects Symetra’s commitment to a culture of belonging.
Why Work at Symetra
Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:
“I chose Symetra because I heard it was a pro-employee company—and it’s absolutely true. The work environment is supportive, the people are great, and the benefits are generous. Symetra truly cares about its employees. The relaxed atmosphere and opportunities to learn and grow—both within your role and beyond—make it a great place to build your career.” - Alicia L., Claims Examiner
"Symetra cares about doing what's right for their customers and that we have a great culture." - Jackie B., Regional Account Manager
What we offer you
Benefits and Perks
We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.
- Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
- Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
- Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
- Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
- Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview
Compensation
Salary Range: $106,400 - $177,300 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.
Who You Are:
- You have a high school diploma (required), plus a Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and six years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
- In‑depth knowledge of cloud architecture and design, including design patterns, reliability, and scalability, with hands‑on experience using AWS services such as Lambda, ECS, SNS/SQS, and DynamoDB
- Strong programming experience with JavaScript and TypeScript
- Experience working with database technologies, including both relational and NoSQL
- Solid understanding of developer tooling across the SDLC, including task management, source control, build, deployment, and operations
- Experience with CI/CD tools and workflows
- Experience using Azure DevOps is preferred
- Experience with LLMs and agentic programming, including responsible use of AI assistance, validating and refining generated outputs, and knowing the latest with emerging tools and best practices, is preferred
- Exceptional communicator with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and a data‑driven approach to decision‑making
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
- Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
- Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
- Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
- Disqualification from the recruitment process
- Withdrawal of a job offer
- Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
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