Software Engineer

Being good neighbors - helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place - is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. Come join a #1 team and do some good!

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer with strong expertise in COBOL and PL/I to join our team supporting the State Farm Payment Plan (SFPP) mainframe system. This critical legacy system comprises just under 10,000 components and requires ongoing maintenance and enhancement for the next 5-6 years before it is fully sunset.

The ideal candidate will quickly ramp up on this vast system and sustain knowledge and expertise to ensure smooth operations as other engineers retire. While SFPP will eventually be retired, opportunities exist within State Farm for continued mainframe work or transition into web-based software engineering with our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance the SFPP mainframe payment system using COBOL and PL/I.
• Manage and modify nearly 10,000 system components to ensure continued reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with team members to understand system architecture and business requirements.
• Support database management using DB2, SQL, IMS, and develop stored procedures as needed.
• Use JCL for job scheduling and batch processing.
• Utilize Git for source code management and version control.
• Document changes and contribute to knowledge transfer to prepare for system sunset.
• Participate in knowledge sharing and mentoring as other team members transition or retire.
• Optionally, engage in learning and applying web-based software engineering skills as opportunities arise.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficient in COBOL and PL/I programming languages.
• Strong experience with DB2, SQL, IMS, JCL, and Stored Procedures.
• Familiarity with Git or similar version control systems.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand large, complex mainframe systems.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience supporting legacy billing and payment systems is a strong plus.
• Commitment to stay in this role for up to 5 years to provide continuity and expertise.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working within State Farm or a similar insurance/financial services environment.
• Experience with mainframe system modernization or migration projects.
• Interest in expanding skills towards web-based software development.

SPONSORSHIP: Applicants for this position are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity.

Join State Farm!

As a Fortune 50 company, we hire the best employees to serve our customers, making us a leader in the insurance and financial services industry. State Farm embraces diversity and inclusion to ensure a workforce that is engaged, builds on the strengths and talents of all associates, and creates a Good Neighbor culture.

We offer competitive benefits and pay with the potential for an annual financial award based on both individual and enterprise performance. Our employees have an opportunity to participate in volunteer events within the community and engage in a learning culture. We offer programs to assist with tuition reimbursement, professional designations, employee development, wellness initiatives, and more!

Visit our Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations and the process of joining the State Farm team!

HYBRID: Qualified candidates (in or near hub locations listed below) should plan to spend time working from home and some time working in the office as part of our hybrid work environment.

HUB LOCATIONS: All Hubs

• Competitive Benefits, including:
• 401k Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Annual Merit Increases
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Initiatives
• For more details visit our benefits summary page

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Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week!

• Potential starting salary range: $95,500 - $148,000
• Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
• High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
• Potential yearly incentive pay up to 18% of base salary

At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!

• Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
• Stay Well! Focus on you and your family's health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
• Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
• Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
• Take a Little "You" Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
• Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
• Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.

Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations, and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!

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