Software Engineer I

Join an amazing team that is consistently recognized for our achievements and culture, including our most recent Forbes award of being one of America's Best Midsize Employers for 2026! Position Summary As a Software Engineer I, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications and systems. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers and managers to build high-quality, innovative, and performant software that complies with coding standards and technical design. Geo-Salary Information An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process State specific pay scales for this role are as follows: $76,829 to $ $142,213 (NJ, NY, WA, HI, AK, MD, CT, RI, MA) $69,845 to $129,284 (NV, OR, AZ, CO, WY, TX, ND, MN, MO, IL, WI, FL, GA, MI, OH, VA, PA, DE, VT, NH, ME) $62,860 to $116,356 (UT, ID, MT, NM, SD, NE, KS, OK, IA, AR, LA, MS, AL, TN, KY, IN, SC, NC, WV) In CA: Typical hiring range is $98,568.90 to $ $136,901.25 The expected base salary for this position will vary depending on a number of factors, including relevant experience, skills and location. Responsibilities Essential Job Functions: Develop a strong understanding of relevant product areas, codebases, and systems.Write high-quality code for simple scenarios with good test coverage.Assist with any application system support needs.Participate in design and code reviews of applications to ensure best practices, adherence to Mercury standards, and high quality. Qualifications Education: Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or other related fields Or equivalent combination of education and experience.Completion of the Summer 2026 Internship at Mercury InsurancePreferred: Master’s Degree in Computer Science Experience Skills: Experienced in programming in one or more industry-standard language (e.g., Java, Python, GoLang, C++, JavaScript).Knowledge of Leveraging various Data Structures, Algorithms and Design Patterns. Knowledge of relational databases, NoSql and caching solutions.Strong Problem Solving Skills. Good Communication skills. Ability to work independently on simple tasks.Ability to Collaborate and Influence other team members to address impediments and deliver desired results Minimum Experienced in programming in one or more industry-standard languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C++, JavaScript).Knowledgeable in leveraging various data structures, algorithms, and design patterns. Familiar with relational databases, NoSQL, and caching solutions.Strong problem-solving skills. Good communication abilities.Capable of working independently on simple tasks.Ability to collaborate and influence team members to address impediments and deliver desired results. Preferred Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure. About The Company Why choose a career at Mercury? At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years. We are one team with a common goal to help others. Everyone needs insurance and we can’t imagine a world without it. Our team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen. We embrace the strengths and values of each team member. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life. We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals. Learn more about us here: https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/about/careers Perks And Benefits We offer many great benefits, including: Competitive compensationFlexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positionsPaid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance401 (k) retirement savings plan with company matchEngaging work environmentPromotional opportunitiesEducation assistanceProfessional and personal development opportunitiesCompany recognition programHealth and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more Mercury Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pay Range USD $76,829.00 - USD $142,213.00 /Yr.