Software Engineer Mid-level (Java Full Stack)
About the role
As a dedicated Java Full Stack Engineer, you will join a dynamic, startup-minded team within the Investment Experience Technology organization at USAA, part of the Technology group. As an engineer on our new investment services platform, you will design and implement high-impact solutions. Collaborate with a strong team to deliver scalable, high-quality software in an agile, fast-paced environment that values innovation and bold thinking.
You’ll work with a modern tech stack—including Go, Java, APIs, OpenShift, and a wide range of USAA technologies—to help build the next generation of investment solutions. Our goal is to deliver differentiated, digital-first experiences that empower both our members and financial advisors with seamless, intelligent, and scalable tools.
This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Phoenix, AZ, or Charlotte, NC. This role offers a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, code, and test complex technical solutions.
- Investigate and resolve complex application and system technical problems and production issues through troubleshooting techniques.
- Continually improve operations by conducting complex systems analysis and recommending changes in policies and procedures.
- Prepare and install complex solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming.
- Follow the software development lifecycle.
- Participate in design reviews and learn key system design principles.
- Mentor junior engineers and may begin mentoring peer engineers; review teammates’ code.
- Ensure risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or 4 additional years of experience beyond the minimum requirement can be used in lieu of a degree OR approved certification from CodeUp, Galvanize, VetFIT (Veterans for IT) or eFIT (Employees for IT).
- 4 years of software development experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s).
- 2 years of experience delivering technology solutions in all phases of the software systems and application development lifecycle to include leading code/design reviews.
- Basic understanding of one or more of the following: Java, Swift, Objective-C, Cobol, JavaScript, Kotlin, C++, HTML, CSS, SQL, Go, and Python.
- Developing level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices, and emerging trends.
- Experience supporting efforts to address production issues through troubleshooting applications and systems.
- Experience articulating technical challenges and solutions.
- Basic understanding of cloud technologies and tools.
Skills
- US military experience: through military service or as a military spouse/domestic partner.
- Java Full Stack Expertise: Extensive experience in full-stack Java development, including building enterprise-level applications, with a strong command of batch processing and proficiency in Groovy.
- API Design and Containerization: Proven ability to design, develop, and implement robust APIs using Spring Boot and Docker, ensuring container-based applications are scalable and secure.
- Build, Version Control, and CI/CD: Working experience with build frameworks like Gradle or Maven, version control systems (Git), and CI/CD frameworks, particularly GitLab CI.
- Test-Driven Development (TDD): A strong commitment to Test-Driven Development and experience with automated testing frameworks to ensure code quality and reliability.
- Cloud Infrastructure Proficiency: Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with container orchestration technologies like OpenShift and experience with cloud platforms such as AWS.
- Kafka and Data Streaming: Proven experience with Apache Kafka, including designing and implementing event-driven architectures, data pipelines, and real-time data streaming solutions.
- Batch Processing and Data Integration: Significant experience with batch processing, data integration, automated data processing, and data warehousing solutions like Snowflake, including managing data pipelines.
- Workflow and Integration Technologies: Experience with workflow and Business Process Management (BPM) technologies (e.g., Flowable, EWL) and integrating applications, including specific experience with DocuSign integration.
- Solution Design and Architecture: Demonstrated experience in solution design, capable of architecting scalable, performant, and secure applications, considering non-functional requirements.
Pay
The salary range for this position is $93,770.00 - $179,240.00. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Benefits
At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) and pension plans.
- Life insurance, parental benefits, and adoption assistance.
- Paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours.
- Various wellness programs.
- Career path planning and continuing education to assist employees with their professional goals.