Principal Engineer

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.

• 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

Why join Verisk?

• 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

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Our People, Our Culture

For more than 50 years, Verisk has helped property and casualty insurers make smarter decisions about risk through AI-powered risk modeling, advanced analytics, and technology solutions spanning the entire policy lifecycle.  We are a leading strategic data, analytics, and technology partner to the global insurance industry, guided by core values of learning, caring, and results while maintaining the highest ethical standards as stewards of the industry's most comprehensive datasets. Learn more about Verisk and what we are doing within the insurance industry. 

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.

Our Culture: Explore our inclusive, people-first culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and belonging.

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Careers at Verisk: Join a global team of problem-solvers and innovators doing meaningful work that’s shaping the future of industries. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, Verisk offers growth, purpose, and a people-first culture

Let’s build something meaningful together!

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.

At Verisk, we provide a competitive compensation package aligned with market benchmarks and individual experience, disclosed transparently in accordance with applicable pay transparency regulations. In addition to base salary, eligible roles may include a range of incentive opportunities designed based on market research and our internal grading structure.

Our benefits portfolio varies by location; however, a typical package includes medical coverage, life insurance, pension plans, and paid time off in line with local labor laws.

We also foster a work environment focused on well-being and career development. Additional perks may include wellness initiatives, fitness programs, and team-building activities.

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