Lead Software Engineer at State Farm, Bloomington, IL

Lead Software Engineer at State Farm in Bloomington, IL. $120,000 to $135,000 a year. Apply with swipeandhired.

[Technology and UX]

Overview

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. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.

Grow Your Skills, Grow Your Potential

Responsibilities

Are you a software engineer who leads by example, inspires others, and enjoys helping teams succeed? State Farm's Billing and Payments Area is seeking two Lead Software Engineers to support our State Farm Payment Plan (SFPP) team.

This opportunity is ideal for engineers who combine strong technical expertise with the ability to build trust, mentor others, influence decisions, and foster a positive team environment.

You'll help support and modernize business-critical payment systems, including exploring how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can accelerate the migration of mainframe capabilities to modern web technologies. Strong web engineering skills are essential, while mainframe experience is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development

Collaboration & Business Impact

Technical Delivery & Innovation

Qualifications

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

Technical Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

What Sets You Apart
We're looking for more than a technical expert. We're looking for someone who leads through actions, earns the trust of others, develops talent, and brings out the best in their team. If you're passionate about technology and making a positive impact on those around you, we'd love to hear from you.

Work Locations : Bloomington, IL-Corporate or Richardson, TX-CityLine Hub locations.

Hybrid Work Arrangement: A “Hybrid” position means selected candidates will be assigned to a facility and will spend some time working both in the office and from home. For Enterprise Technology, a hybrid work arrangement will require approximately 40% in-office time each month, beginning in late 2027.

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.

Our Benefits

Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week!

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!

Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits , locations , and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!