Software Engineer, Entry Level

USAA

Plano, TX0–6 yrs9h agovia LinkedIn

This job at a glance

Who can apply
New grads and up to 6 years · Bachelor's degree
Must know
TroubleshootingJavaREST APIsSpringAWSPython
Work
On-site in Plano
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Skill demand
Troubleshooting43%REST APIs43%Java38%Spring3%of 148 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
Listed
Oct 28, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

Join a team that keeps USAA's Property & Casualty Auto policy administration systems running reliably. As an entry-level Software Engineer, you will support the stability, security, and performance of critical systems, learn to troubleshoot production issues, apply patches and security updates, and improve monitoring and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Under direct supervision, design, develop, code, and test technical solutions.
  • Write code to deliver features and improvements.
  • Verify and resolve technical problems and production issues through troubleshooting.
  • Improve application stability and scalability.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation.
  • Create and improve automated tests and code quality.
  • Ensure risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Java
  • REST APIs
  • Cloud and container platforms
  • DevOps practices
  • Spring Boot
  • Database technology
  • AWS or other cloud platforms

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience.
  • Experience developing software through internships, coursework, personal projects, or professional work.
  • Foundational and conceptual knowledge of function/discipline and demonstrated application of knowledge, skills, and abilities towards work products.
  • Basic understanding of one or more of the following: Java, C, Cobol, JavaScript, C++, HTML, SQL, Go, or Python.
  • Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions.
  • Experience developing APIs with Spring Boot.
  • Familiarity with database technology, including how to connect to and query data.
  • Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms.
  • US military experience gained through military service or gained as a military spouse / domestic partner [optional]

This position requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week and can be based in San Antonio, TX or Plano, TX.

Relocation assistance is not available.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.

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