At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and development of large-scale software solutions for the insurance industry.
- Company: Join Verisk, a global leader in data analytics and technology for insurers.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative work culture.
- Other info: Work in a hybrid environment with a focus on innovation and continuous learning.
- Why this job: Shape the future of technology while solving real-world challenges in insurance.
- Qualifications: Degree in Computer Science and significant experience as a Principal Engineer required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
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Build technology that helps the world’s leading insurers make better decisions. At Verisk, we combine data, analytics, and technology to help businesses make informed decisions and solve complex challenges. Our solutions power some of the world's most recognized insurance organizations, helping them operate smarter, faster, and with greater confidence.
We're looking for a Principal Full Stack Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems, influencing architecture decisions, and building modern, scalable software that delivers real business impact. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our platform while working alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you're energized by technical leadership, modern cloud technologies, and building products at scale, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities- Lead the design and development of large-scale software solutions that support critical business capabilities
- Shape technical architecture and engineering standards across multiple products and teams
- Build modern, cloud-native applications using scalable and resilient design principles
- Contribute across the full technology stack, from user interfaces to APIs and backend services
- Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance on complex development initiatives
- Drive best practices in software quality, performance, security, and maintainability
- Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Architecture teams to translate business needs into technical solutions
- Support continuous improvement through modern DevOps and Agile engineering practices
- Must-haves
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline
- Significant experience delivering software solutions at Principal Engineer level
- Strong expertise in TypeScript, JavaScript, and Angular or comparable modern front-end technologies
- Experience building backend services using Node.js or similar technologies
- Proven experience designing and developing complex distributed systems
- Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and engineering best practices
- Experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
- Experience developing and deploying microservices-based applications
- Strong understanding of high-availability, scalability, and performance optimization concepts
- Experience working within Agile software development environments
- Nice to have
- Experience with Swift and the Vapor framework for server-side API development
- Experience building APIs with technologies such as C# or Java
- Experience with NoSQL databases including Couchbase or MongoDB
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and modern DevOps practices
- Work on challenging technical problems with real-world impact
- Help shape products used by leading organizations across the global insurance industry
- Influence architectural decisions and technology direction
- Collaborate with highly skilled engineers in a culture that values innovation and continuous learning
- Access opportunities for professional growth, technical leadership, and long-term career development
- Join a stable, global organization investing heavily in modern technology and platform transformation
Principal Engineer employer: Verisk
Verisk is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration. As part of the Whitespace team in London, employees benefit from a culture that prioritises professional growth and development, alongside the opportunity to work with leading industry professionals on transformative projects. With a focus on employee well-being and a commitment to fostering long-term relationships, Verisk provides a rewarding career path for those looking to make a significant impact in the insurance technology space.
