Senior Software Engineer (Python/Django)

Verisk Maplecroft is looking for a Senior Python/Django developer who is passionate about delivering high-quality software solutions and embraces the challenges presented by the ever-changing landscape of web development. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team working primarily on our client-facing web application (GRiD) and will be involved in all areas of the software development life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Working in an agile team and assisting in requirements gathering, refinement, and delivery of user-focused improvements.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with team members on technical projects.
• Deliver high-quality, maintainable, well-tested code that meets user requirements.
• Peer review other developers' work in a thorough and constructive manner.
• Work collaboratively with other Developers, Project Owners, UX designers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Look for and drive opportunities to improve code quality, development processes, and team satisfaction.
• Provide mentoring to more junior members of the team.

Qualifications

• A proven track record of developing commercial applications in Python, following industry standards for code quality and security.
• Expert knowledge and extensive experience of developing in Django and the Django Rest Framework.
• Industry experience with building web applications, common design patterns, and underlying architectures.
• Experience of asynchronous processing and message queues.
• Industry experience in working with Agile software development practices.
• Very knowledgeable in Rest APIs, both in authoring and consuming.
• Good level of experience in SQL and database interaction.
• Knowledge and experience in applying Web Security best practices.
• Good understanding of git and working collaboratively on team-level code base.

About Us

For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster. At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed. We value learning, caring, and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority.

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer. All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age, or disability. Verisk’s minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law.