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We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.\nFounded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.\nThe Role:\nWe are seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to provide technical leadership for critical software development systems while establishing a strong culture of ownership. This role operates at the intersection of architecture, strategic influence, and innovation. You will be responsible for the technical direction of multiple products and systems, and shaping how GEICO Tech develops software and delivers the impact of their work.\nThis is a role for engineers who:\nCraft thoughtfully designed, scalable systems\nDefine culture from team to company\nMentor and grow engineers within and across teams\nLeverage technology to tackle any challenge\nScope & Impact\nAt the Senior Staff level, success is measured by durable impact across and beyond the Developer Engineer org, while leading and developing software. 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Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.\nAt this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.The GEICO Pledge:\nGreat Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.\nGreat Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.\nGreat Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.\nGreat Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.\nThe equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.\nGEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. 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