Software Developer – APIs, Data Services

USAA

Software Developer building secure APIs and event-driven data services for USAA, a military-focused financial services organization. Modernizing member data platforms with Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and container technologies in a hybrid engineering environment.

Posted 8/8/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Arizona, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $93,770 - $179,240 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development, particularly in Java and REST-based services, while effectively mentoring junior engineers and collaborating in Agile environments. Proficient in building APIs and modernizing applications using container-based technologies and cloud-native solutions.

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

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentSystems AnalysisTroubleshootingAPI DevelopmentEvent-Driven FrameworksMessaging FrameworksCloud-Native Application DevelopmentApplication ModernizationCode ReviewRisk Management

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

KafkaOpenShiftDockerKubernetes

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
Conduct complex systems analysis and recommend changes in policies and procedures to improve operations
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 a sprint-based Agile environment
Build and modernize services supporting 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 strong emphasis on API development
Experience building APIs using Spring Boot
Experience developing applications using event-driven and messaging frameworks such as Kafka
Experience implementing container-based APIs using OpenShift, Docker, or Kubernetes
Experience working on Agile teams delivering software in sprint-based development cycles
Financial services, insurance, banking, or other highly regulated industry experience is a differentiator
Experience with cloud-native application development and modernization initiatives is a differentiator
Experience mentoring junior developers is a differentiator
Experience with JavaScript and modern front-end development concepts is a differentiator
US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner is a differentiator
Must not require visa sponsorship or immigration support now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
401(k)
Pension
Life insurance
Parental benefits
Adoption assistance
Paid time off program with paid holidays
16 paid volunteer hours
Various wellness programs
Career path planning
Continuing education assistance