
Product Engineer – Java Spring Boot w/ Full Stack Option
Allstate · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $121,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Design, build, and support digital products.
- Partner with product managers and engineers.
- Develop scalable, cloud-native solutions.
- Accountable for product success metrics.
- Utilize modern engineering practices.
About the role
Product Engineer Java Full Stack
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
As a Product Engineer, you will design, build, and support high-quality digital products using modern engineering practices and tools. In this role, you will partner closely with product managers and fellow engineers to deliver scalable, cloud-native, user-centered solutions. You will be accountable for the success of your digital product(s), from design and implementation through production support and performance management against pre-defined key metrics.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and enhance full stack software products.
- Design and implement testing strategies to validate acceptance criteria.
- Practice pair programming and test-driven development (TDD) as part of daily engineering work.
- Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines, supporting continuous integration, delivery, and deployment.
- Collaborate with the team on system and application design, selecting the simplest and most effective technical solutions.
- Participate in iteration planning, ensuring a shared understanding of backlog stories and technical requirements.
- Actively engage in daily standups, cross-site collaboration, and product team ceremonies.
- Contribute to and participate in retrospectives, identifying actionable improvements for the team and product.
- Provide production support for software products.
- Share knowledge and contribute to the growth of team and organizational engineering practices.
- Collaborate with other digital product teams and clearly communicate technical designs.
Experience
3+ years of experience in the following technologies:
Core Technologies & Frameworks
- Strong proficiency in Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3.x+ [Required for full stack].
- Experience in frontend engineering – ReactJS/AngularJS/Typescript [Required for full stack].
- Strong state management experience (Redux Toolkit or equivalent) [Required for full stack].
- Experience building responsive, accessible, data-driven User Experiences [Required for full stack].
- Working knowledge of Python [Preferred].
- Understanding of JVM and Application Performance Architecture/Management.
Architecture & System Design
- Strong understanding of REST APIs and distributed systems.
- Experience building microservices and event-driven systems (Kafka preferred).
- Understanding of cloud and hybrid environments, including Azure, AWS, and various on-premises systems [Preferred].
Data Management
- Experience with relational/NoSQL databases.
- Familiarity with schema standards (OpenAPI/JSON/AVSC).
- Understanding of MongoDB Performance Tuning [Preferred].
DevOps & Infrastructure
- CI/CD experience (Jenkins/GitHub Actions), Docker, Kubernetes.
- Leverage Datadog or similar tools for application monitoring and troubleshooting.
Development Practices
- Practice Test-Driven Development (TDD).
- Strong understanding of secure development.
- Comfortable working in a pair-programming (XP) environment.
- Understanding and ability to leverage, and/or build, generative and agentic AI tooling to build solutions [Preferred].
Skills
AngularJS, Communication, Docker (Software), Java (Programming Language), Java Spring, Kubernetes, Microservices Architecture, Python (Programming Language), React.js, RESTful APIs, Software Development, Spring Boot.
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $70,100.00 - $121,475.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
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Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs.
When working from home, you must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.
Key skills/competency
- Java 17+
- Spring Boot 3.x+
- Full Stack Development
- ReactJS/AngularJS/Typescript
- Microservices
- REST APIs
- CI/CD
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- TDD
Skills & topics
- Product Engineer
- Java
- Spring Boot
- Full Stack Development
- ReactJS
- AngularJS
- Typescript
- Microservices
- REST APIs
- CI/CD
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- TDD
- Software Engineer
- Allstate
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight Java, Spring Boot, full-stack experience, and CI/CD skills.
- Showcase full-stack capabilities: Emphasize experience with ReactJS/AngularJS/Typescript and state management.
- Demonstrate understanding of practices: Mention TDD, pair programming, and microservices.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss distributed systems, APIs, and cloud environments.
- Research Allstate's culture: Understand their commitment to innovation and protecting families.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What core technologies are essential for the Product Engineer role at Allstate?
- The Product Engineer role at Allstate requires strong proficiency in Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3.x+. For full stack capabilities, experience with frontend technologies like ReactJS, AngularJS, or Typescript, along with state management (e.g., Redux Toolkit), is essential. Familiarity with microservices, REST APIs, CI/CD tools, Docker, and Kubernetes is also highly valued.
- Is this a remote or hybrid role for the Product Engineer position at Allstate?
- The job description indicates that employees eligible to work from home receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement, suggesting a remote or hybrid work arrangement is possible. However, specific details about the work arrangement (on-site, hybrid, or remote) are not explicitly stated and may depend on team needs and location.
- What is the expected experience level for the Product Engineer at Allstate?
- Allstate is seeking candidates with at least 3 years of experience in the core technologies and frameworks mentioned. This includes Java, Spring Boot, and frontend engineering for full-stack roles. Experience with cloud environments, microservices, and DevOps practices is also important.
- Does Allstate sponsor employment-based visas for the Product Engineer role?
- According to the job description, Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this specific position. Candidates must have existing work authorization in the United States.
- What is the salary range for the Product Engineer position at Allstate?
- The compensation offered for this Product Engineer role at Allstate ranges from $70,100.00 to $121,475.00 annually. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
- What development practices are emphasized for Product Engineers at Allstate?
- Allstate emphasizes modern engineering practices, including pair programming and Test-Driven Development (TDD), as part of daily engineering work. A strong understanding of secure development is also required, and there's a preference for candidates who can leverage or build generative AI tooling.
- What are the technical requirements for working from home as a Product Engineer at Allstate?
- If working from home, candidates must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is also a must, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload required.