Senior Software Developer / Warren, NJ (HQ)
Everest Global Services, Inc.

Job Info

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Title:
Senior Software Developer / Warren, NJ (HQ)

Company:
Everest Global Services, Inc.

Job Category:
Technology

Job Description:

It's an exciting time for Everest Group, Ltd. ('Everest' or 'the Group')! As we continue on our journey, we see significant opportunity ahead of us to expand our reach, build diversity, and enhance our capabilities in critical markets.

Everest is a leading global reinsurance and insurance provider, operating for nearly 50 years through subsidiaries in the Europe, Bermuda, Canada, Singapore, US, and other territories. Our strengths include extensive product and distribution capabilities, a strong balance sheet, and an innovative culture. Throughout our history, Everest has maintained its discipline and focuses on creating long-term value through underwriting excellence and strong risk and capital management. But the most critical asset in this organization is our people.

At Everest, we are committed to the development of our people. We offer dynamic training & professional development to our employees. You will benefit from career development and learning opportunities that will let you set career goals and fulfill them, including:

• Generous tuition/continuing education reimbursement

• Mentoring opportunities

• Flexible work arrangements

• Talent development initiatives

• Networking groups

Everest is a growth company with $14 Billion of Gross Written Premium offering Property, Casualty and specialty products among others, through its various operating subsidiaries located in key markets around the world. Everest has been a global leader in reinsurance with a broad footprint, deep client relationships, underwriting excellence, responsive service and customized solutions. Our insurance arm draws upon impressive global resources and financial strength to tailor each policy to meet the individual needs of our customers.

Our financial strength is evident in Financial Agency Ratings of: A+ A. M. Best, A+ S&P Global and A1 Moody's Investor Service. We are a market leader for our broad diversified income streams, strong underlying underwriting performance with reduced volatility and strong cash flow. We take pride in being known in the industry as nimble, entrepreneurial and responsive.

Responsibilities:

1. .NET Architecture:

- Lead the design and implementation of microservices architecture within the .NET ecosystem.

- Leverage technologies like ASP.NET Core to enhance scalability and flexibility.

2. Containerization with Docker:

- Drive the adoption of Docker for containerization of .NET applications.

- Ensure consistency across development, testing, and production environments.

3. Kubernetes Orchestration:

- Spearhead the utilization of Kubernetes for orchestrating and managing containerized .NET workloads.

- Ensure high availability and scalability within Kubernetes clusters.

4. CI/CD Pipeline Optimization:

- Implement and enhance CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure DevOps or Jenkins.

- Automate build, test, and deployment processes for .NET applications.

5. Infrastructure as Code (IaC):

- Expand knowledge in Infrastructure as Code principles.

- Utilize tools like Terraform to automate the provisioning and management of infrastructure supporting .NET applications.

6. Effective Communication and Documentation:

- Advocate for comprehensive documentation of codebase, APIs, and architectural decisions.

- Demonstrate best practices in code documentation, encouraging team members to contribute to and utilize well-documented code.

7. Security-Centric Practices:

- Champion security-centric approaches in the CI/CD pipeline.

- Integrate security checks and promote a secure development culture for .NET applications.

8. Release Management:

- Collaborate with release management teams to plan and execute software releases, coordinating deployment schedules and rollback procedures.

- Ensure that release processes are well-documented and adhere to best practices for minimizing downtime and impact on end-users.

9. Monitoring and Logging:

- Configure and manage monitoring solutions for .NET applications, establishing proactive alerting mechanisms for performance issues, errors, and anomalies.

- Implement centralized logging practices, allowing for comprehensive analysis and troubleshooting across the entire application stack.

10. Troubleshooting and Debugging:

- Provide support to development teams in troubleshooting and debugging complex issues in applications and APIs.

- Develop and implement strategies for effective logging and error handling to facilitate root cause analysis.

11. Scalability and Elasticity:

- Work with development teams to implement scalable and elastic solutions, ensuring that applications and APIs can handle varying workloads.

- Implement auto-scaling mechanisms and performance monitoring to dynamically adjust resources based on demand.

12. Integration with Third-Party Services:

- Integrate .NET applications and APIs with third-party services and external APIs, ensuring seamless communication and data exchange.

- Monitor and manage dependencies on external services, addressing any changes in API specifications or service availability.

13. Community Engagement:

- Participate in relevant communities, forums, and industry events to stay abreast of the latest trends in DevOps, .NET development, and related technologies.

- Share insights and experiences within the organization and contribute to the broader tech community through blog posts, presentations, or open-source contributions.

14. Code Quality and Testing:

- Enforce code quality standards through the use of static code analysis tools, code reviews, and automated testing.

- Collaborate with development teams to establish and maintain a robust suite of automated tests, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests.

15. Performance Optimization:

- Identify and address performance bottlenecks in .NET applications and APIs through code optimization, caching strategies, and database tuning.

- Work with development teams to implement efficient data access patterns and minimize latency in API responses.

Stretch Goals:

1. Enterprise-Level Application Design:

- Shape the design of .NET applications from an enterprise-level perspective.

- Contribute to defining architectural patterns and guidelines for large-scale, distributed systems, ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives.

2. Advanced Container Orchestration:

- Explore advanced Kubernetes features like Helm charts, Operators, and Service Mesh.

- Improve application deployment and management within Kubernetes clusters.

3. Scalability and Performance Optimization:

- Develop strategies for optimizing the scalability and performance of .NET microservices.

- Consider load balancing, auto-scaling, and efficient resource utilization.

4. Budgeting and Resource Management:

- Gain proficiency in budgeting and resource management related to technology projects.

- Ensure efficient allocation of resources for optimal outcomes.

5. Cross-functional Collaboration:

- Foster collaboration between development, operations, and security teams.

- Ensure a holistic approach to application modernization, emphasizing secure, scalable, and efficient practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  
• Proven experience in .NET microservices architecture, Docker containerization, Kubernetes orchestration, and CI/CD pipeline optimization.
  
• Strong proficiency in C# and familiarity with other .NET languages.
  
• Expertise in guiding teams towards modernizing applications in a secure and scalable manner.
  

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Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture.

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
  
• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.
  

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Primary Location:
Warren, NJ

Additional Locations:

Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at everestbenefits@everestglobal.com.

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