Software Developer – APIs, Data Services

USAA

. Design, develop, code, and test complex technical solutions .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $93,770 - $179,240 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in software development, particularly in Java and REST-based services, while effectively collaborating in Agile environments. Capable of mentoring junior engineers and implementing complex technical solutions in regulated industries.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Java DevelopmentREST API DevelopmentSpring BootAgile MethodologiesContainerization (OpenShift, Docker, Kubernetes)

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentSystems AnalysisTroubleshootingCode ReviewEvent-Driven FrameworksMessaging Frameworks (Kafka)API DevelopmentComplex Solution DesignRisk ManagementPolicy and Procedure Recommendations

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

OpenShiftDockerKubernetesKafka

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesInsuranceBankingRegulated Industry

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDockerJavaJavaScriptKafkaKubernetesOpenShiftSpringSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, code, and test complex technical solutions
Investigate and resolve complex application and system technical problems and production issues through troubleshooting techniques
Improve operations through complex systems analysis and recommendations for policy and procedure changes
Prepare and install complex solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming
Follow the software development lifecycle
Participate in design reviews and learn key system design principles
Mentor junior engineers and may begin mentoring peer engineers
Review teammates' code
Identify, measure, monitor, and control risks associated with business activities in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures
Collaborate with product and business stakeholders in an Agile, sprint-based environment
Build and modernize services supporting critical member/customer data platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience
4+ years of professional software development experience using Java
3+ years of experience developing REST-based services with a strong emphasis on API development
Experience building APIs using Spring Boot
Experience developing applications using event-driven frameworks and messaging frameworks such as Kafka
Experience implementing container-based APIs using OpenShift, Docker, or Kubernetes
Experience working on Agile teams that deliver software in sprint-based development cycles
No visa sponsorship; applicants must not require immigration support now or in the future
Preferred: experience in financial services, insurance, banking, or another highly regulated industry
Preferred: experience with cloud-native application development and modernization initiatives
Preferred: experience mentoring junior developers
Preferred: experience with JavaScript and modern front-end development concepts
Preferred: US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment
Relocation assistance is not available
Pay incentives may be available based on overall corporate and individual performance, at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k)
Pension
Life insurance
Parental benefits
Adoption assistance
Paid time off program
Paid holidays
16 paid volunteer hours
Wellness programs
Career path planning
Continuing education assistance
Remote or hybrid flexibility may be available for active-duty military spouses, consistent with applicable policy and business needs