Senior/Lead Java Developer

About the Role

We are looking for a Technical Lead to work as part of our Anti-Fraud Analytics team. Verisk is the industry leader in providing the insurance industry with data, analytics and alerts to help combat fraud and keep all our premiums in check.  You will work on the ClaimSearch product.  It's the world’s largest database of property/casualty claims and a robust claims intelligence platform. Its claims-matching technology is an essential first step in fraud detection, and the results can help facilitate fast-tracking. The platform also provides seamless access to integrated claims fraud-detection and investigative analysis tools.

You will be responsible for designing and developing new components of the ClaimSearch product as well as enhancing existing features. You will develop for our fully cloud environment across very large data sets and gain experience on a diverse set of technology tools with exposure to backend data processing, large entity resolution algorithms, data matching, search, APIs, integrations and front-end development.  Our headquarters are in Jersey City, New Jersey, and the Anti-Fraud Analytics team is spread across countries.

About the Day to Day Responsibilities of the Role:

• Applications using latest technologies such as AWS, Docker, Elasticsearch etc.
• Mentor junior team members in proper application design and security
• Define architecture & help throughout refinement process.
• Collaborate across teams for developing or enhancing product features.
• Design clear and concise REST service interfaces and APIs with corresponding documentation
• Write unit tests in a TDD (Test Driven Design) manner to ensure code quality.
• Write integration tests based on defined acceptance criteria and in conjunction with QA.
• Develop new applications as well as enhance and support existing applications.
• Effectively resolve production problems in a timely manner by rapidly organizing and deploying the appropriate resources.
• Continuously review problems to determine the root cause to prevent them in the future.
• Ensure that secure coding practices are followed throughout the software life cycle.
• Participates in planning meetings, retrospectives, daily stand ups, and other meetings as part of the software development process.
• Experiment with new tools and technologies, build working PoCs, conduct knowledge sharing sessions and provide recommendations for product improvement.
• Effectively communicate software solution expectations to internal customers, team members and other stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.

• 2- 8 years of experience or similar ability in software development.
• Fluent in Java, SQL, XML, JSON.
• Experience working with Spring and Message Queues.
• Experience working in HTML/CSS and
• Experience working in Web Application Frameworks such as Angular is must for lead Engineer position.
• Experience with AWS is Mandatory for Lead engineer position or experience with AWS or other cloud technology of good to have for Sr Engineer.
• Experience in creating and consuming RESTful services & APIs.
• Experience in Docker, Elasticsearch a plus.
• Working knowledge of software development tools, testing methodologies and Agile processes.
• Experience with continuous integration and processes.
• Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one as well as in large-group setups.
• Experience leading technical teams.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to continuously changing technology.
• Effectively translated complex customer requirements and recommended system solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audience.
• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related field) from four-year college or university.

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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, fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and second consecutive year in Poland.  We value learning, caring and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority.  In addition to our Great Place to Work® Certification, 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 and Best Employer for Women, 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.

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