[Remote] Sr. Software Engineer I

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. As a Senior Software Engineer I, you will build and maintain secure, scalable software, focusing on production stability and bug resolution, while contributing to a collaborative engineering culture.ResponsibilitiesDevelop secure, high quality, performant scalable code, using the required programming language and toolsParticipate in design reviews, provide recommendations into design discussionsDefine and perform unit testing of code. Support functional and regression testing effortsCollaborate and participate in peer reviewsConfigure and support automated code builds and deploymentsSolve problems, and provide ongoing maintenance and support for applications and systemsIn collaboration with senior team members, write and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, user guides, and maintenance manualsStay up to date with the latest industry trends, technologies and standards, and apply them to enhance software solutionsFoster a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, promotes equity, and reflects Symetra’s commitment to a culture of belongingSkillsYou 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 experienceIn‑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 DynamoDBStrong programming experience with JavaScript and TypeScriptExperience working with database technologies, including both relational and NoSQLSolid understanding of developer tooling across the SDLC, including task management, source control, build, deployment, and operationsExperience with CI/CD tools and workflowsExceptional communicator with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and a data‑driven approach to decision‑makingExperience using Azure DevOps is preferredExperience 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 preferredBenefitsFlexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangementsPlan 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 holidaysGive back to your community and double your impact through our company matchingCompany OverviewSymetra is a financial service company that provides retirement, employee benefits, group life, and disability insurance. It was founded in 1957, and is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.symetra.com.