(HYBRID) Lead Software Engineer: Linux, Micro-Focus Cobol, Host

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!

HYBRID Qualified candidates must live within a 180-mile radius of a hub location listed below and should plan to spend time working from home and some time working in the office as part of our hybrid work environment.
HUB LOCATIONS: Dunwoody, GA; Richardson, TX; Tempe, AZ; or Bloomington, IL

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.

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Do you crave innovation and want to work for a company that is the BEST at what they do in the industry? Does the opportunity to work remote and maintaining a work life balance appeal to you? Then we have the perfect job for you! We are seeking software engineers who push the envelope and strive to create the best product possible. This position will allow you to utilize different technologies, languages, and frameworks to drive solutions while working on inclusive teams that foster diversity of thought. You will be provided opportunities via in house training programs for upskilling to support your development and career goals! Check out what our Software Engineers have to say about working at State Farm:

Our Enterprise Technology department is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to work on the Life/Health/Investment Planning Services (IPS) team. This is an awesome opportunity to work in and support Life Legacy Underwriting systems with a focus on Host and Tele-underwriting (connecting to external vendors).

We Are Seeking Candidates With Advanced Knowledge (at least 7+ years' experience) in ALL of the following:

• Life Underwriting (all products and complex scenarios that may occur)
• Host technologies such as, COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2, File Manager, MQ Series, IDz
• SCM technologies such as, GIT, RMS
• Other/Work technologies such as, Service Now, Vault, Digital Ai
• Other technologies such as Java and AWS (is a plus)

***Application deadline is expected to close on Thursday 9/18/2025 at 2pm CT. Applicant volume and hiring needs may result in early closure or extension beyond the listed deadline. To submit an application, click "Apply" on the job listing page on the State Farm career site.***

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: $104,000 - $135,000 *High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience.*
• Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience.
• Potential yearly incentive pay up to 14% 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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