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Software Engineer III

@ Verisk | Verisk

Halifax, NS · Waterloo, ON

HybridFull-time4+ years experience
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Overview

Verisk is hiring a Software Engineer III for its Catastrophe and Risk Solutions team to design and develop scalable, high-performance risk modeling analytics. The role is a technical lead position in an agile team, mentoring engineers and shaping engineering processes. Hybrid work arrangement; full-time; salary depends on role, experience and location.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead evolution and support of high-performance risk modeling platform
  • Guide efficient use of computing, memory and networking resources
  • Collaborate with architects and product owners on technical direction
  • Mentor engineers through code reviews and design guidance
  • Lead improvements to engineering processes, tooling and best practices

Requirements summary:

  • Computer science degree (BSc, MSc or PhD)
  • 4-8 years of experience in three or more listed areas
  • Python and/or C++ experience
  • Cloud computing experience with AWS
  • Distributed systems or API design experience

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceLife insuranceDisability insuranceRetirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-15
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-11

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentSoftware development
Experience4+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studycomputer science
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Paid training

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Job description

Verisk's Catastrophe and Risk Solutions team is looking for a Software Engineer with Python or C++ experience.
Be a part of a dynamic software development group at Verisk's Catastrophe and Risk Solutions team, contributing to design and development of scalable analytic solutions with high performance. You are expected to work in an agile team to plan and design new features, write clean, testable, and performant code, and create automatic tests.

• Take a technical lead role in evolving and supporting our high‑performance risk modeling platform.
• Guide efficient use of computing, memory, and networking resources.
• Collaborate closely with Software Architects and Product Owners to shape technical direction, plan delivery, and ensure alignment with platform standards.
• Mentor and develop engineers through code reviews, design guidance, and technical leadership, fostering a culture of engineering excellence.
• Lead improvements to engineering processes, tooling, and best practices.

We are looking for candidates with a strong background in computer science (BSc, MSc, Ph.D.) and 4-8 years of demonstrable experience in three or more of the following areas:

• Python and/or C++
• Cloud computing (AWS)
• Distributed systems
• API design
• Data engineering

Although not a requirement, an interest/experience in one of the following will be an asset:
• DevOps experience
• Security and compliance knowledge
• Experience leading technical initiatives or mentoring engineers at scale

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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.

For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® for outstanding workplace culture in the US, the fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and the second consecutive year in Poland. In addition, we’ve been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.

We’re 7,000 people strong. We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations.

Verisk Businesses

Underwriting Solutions — provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision

Claims Solutions — supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences

Property and Restoration Solutions — offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient

Specialty Business Solutions — provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance

Catastrophe and Risk Solutions — provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to catastrophic events.

Marketing Solutions — delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing,relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement

Life Insurance Solutions – offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group.

Verisk Maplecroft — provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become stronger

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

Verisk invests in a benefits package for all employees that includes the following: Health Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Disability benefits, and a Paid Time Off program. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes base salary determined based on role, experience, skill set, and location.

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.

https://www.verisk.com/company/careers/

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