Software Engineer Consultant - (Hybrid IL, TX, NC)

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 a Software Engineering Consultant II to join our team in Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, or Chicago, IL. The Software Engineering Consultant will have a strong foundational knowledge in cloud engineering, hands-on experience with AWS services (S3, SQS, Lambda), and solid programming skills in Python and Java (Spring Boot). The ideal candidate embraces Extreme Programming (XP) practices such as test-driven development, pair programming, continuous integration, and frequent releases. They should have a product mindset, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality, customer-centric solutions. Familiarity with developer productivity tools like GitHub Copilot and a strong understanding of observability practices are highly desirable.

Key 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.

Essential Skills

2 or more years of experience (Preferred)

Skills

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Application Development, Back-End Development, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Native, Code Reviews, Communication, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Continuous Integrations, Continuous Integration Software, Cross-Functional Teamwork, C Sharp (Programming Language), Design Reviews, Extreme Programming (XP), Fostering Collaboration, Java, Java Spring, Microservices Architecture, Native Apps, Pair Programming, People Management {+ 10 more}

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is 0.00 - 0.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

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. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact.

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