Site Reliability Engineer II

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Denver, CO, USA
Hybrid
80K-105K Annually
Mid level
Information Technology • Insurance • Software
Our purpose is to simplify and automate the insurance life cycle so that our customers can focus on what matters most.
The Role
Ensures high availability, stability, performance, and supportability of Vertafore products. Responsibilities include troubleshooting applications, databases, configurations, and code; resolving escalations; automating support processes and deployment pipelines; coordinating releases; monitoring systems; conducting root-cause analysis; maintaining runbooks; supporting projects; participating in on-call coverage; and mentoring team members.
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Our fast-paced and collaborative environment inspires us to create, think, and challenge each other in ways that make our solutions and our teams better. Whether you’re interested in engineering or development, marketing or sales, or something else – if this sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you!

We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with offices in the US, Canada, and India.

$80,000 - $105,000 + VIP Bonus

The insurance industry runs on Vertafore. We equip agencies, MGAs, and carriers with the core digital systems, specialized AI, and data-driven foundation to eliminate distribution drag across the insurance lifecycle, spanning sales, servicing, and back-office operations. 

Underpinned by unmatched speed and performance power, we are the trusted backbone that’s taking the insurance industry from friction to flow with Distribution Velocity – speed, performance, and trust - to drive growth at scale. 

With over 95% of the top agencies and insurers and 50% of industry compliance transactions running through Vertafore, we lead at the intersection of innovation and trust, giving insurance professionals the confidence to transform and win in the AI era. 

Our reach is global, with headquarters in Denver, Colorado, and offices across the U.S., Canada, and India.

We are looking for a talented technologist to assure high availability and stability of our Vertafore products. The successful candidate must have a can-do attitude and competency in delivering innovative and practical solutions to achieve our technology and business objectives. This position reports up to the Development organization. 

Core Requirements and Responsibilities:  

Essential job functions included but are not limited to the following: 

 
  • Subject Matter Expert on how the applications works, its underlying architecture, and data relationships.  

  • Address support escalations from Customer Support and IT Operations teams.  

  • Debug and correct application configurations, codes, database queries, and data to restore an incident.  

  • Collaborate with the product owner and product manager for any solutions that required non-operational development engagement.  

  • Peer review on code changes as required.  

  • Apply reverse engineering to troubleshoot on the issue.  

  • Automate support processes.  

  • Automate and maintain deployment pipelines.  

  • Deployment of hotfixes and ad hoc database changes to lower environments. Coordinate changes with IT Operations to production.  

  • Collaborate with IT Operations and development team to ensure proactive monitoring, high availability, and performance of products to achieve the best customer experience.  

  • Recommend and collaborate with others to innovate and implement solutions to optimize product and team performance.  

  • Take ownership of root cause analysis to resolve problems permanently. 

  • Create and maintain runbooks that outlined development support procedures.  

  • Participate or lead in assigned projects.  

  • Communicate solutions effectively to technical and non-technical teams.  

  • Comply with standard processes and security policies when implementing solutions.  

  • Be on call as required to respond to the emergency escalation that engagement of development needed. 

  • Mentor others as required. 

  • Other duties as assigned 

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

Qualifications:  

 
  • BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or established professionals with relevant experience.  

  • 3+ years of similar working experience.  

  • Good grasp in Agile software development methodologies.  

  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft .NET frameworks. 

  • Exposure in writing database queries on SQL Server or equivalent database platforms.  

  • Coding and scripting skills such as programming using C#, PowerShell, Python, or other relevant languages.  

  • Experience in navigating on Linux environment is preferred.  

  • Candidate without Linux experience must demonstrate a keen interest and self-motivated to pick up new technology.  

  • A fast learner and comfortable with fast tempo environment.  

  • A problem solver and ability to simplify complex issues.  

  • Skilled in creating runbook for support processes.  

  • Have a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.  

  • Great team player and ability to work with minimal supervision.  

  • Great interpersonal skills.  

  • Able to deliver the message effectively to a technical and non-technical audience.  

  • Able to comply with processes and procedures.  

  • Able to maintain professional composure in any situations.  

  • Exposure to ITIL framework highly desired.  

  • Flexible in working extended hours on occasions or as required. 

  • Exposure to the insurance industry is desired but not mandatory. 

 

Additional Requirements and Details:  

 
  • Travel required up to 10% of the time. 

  • Located and working from an office location. 

  • Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds.  

  • Frequent repetitive hand and arm movements required to operate a computer.  

  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (working on a computer, etc.). 

  • Frequent sitting and/or standing.  

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Vertafore is a drug free workplace and conducts preemployment drug and background screenings.

The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. 

Vertafore strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters, or other suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us.

Why Vertafore is the place for you: *Canada Only

  • The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
  • Medical, vision & dental plans
  • Life, AD&D
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Pension Plan & Employer Match
  • Maternity, Paternity and Parental Leave
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Education Assistance
  • Additional programs - Employee Referral and Internal Recognition

Why Vertafore is the place for you: *US Only

  • The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
  • We have a Flexible First work environment! Our North America team members use our offices for collaboration, community and team-building, with members asked to sometimes come into an office and/or travel depending on job responsibilities. Other times, our teams work from home or a similar environment.
  • Medical, vision & dental plans
    • PPO & high-deductible options
  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Options:
    • Health Care FSA
    • Dental & Vision FSA
    • Dependent Care FSA
    • Commuter FSA
  • Life, AD&D (Basic & Supplemental), and Disability
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plain & Employer Match
  • Supplemental Plans - Pet insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
  • Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Education & Legal Assistance
  • Additional programs - Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
  • Commuter Benefits (Denver)
The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Vertafore strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.  

The Professional Services (PS) and Customer Success (CX) bonus plans are a quarterly monetary bonus plan based upon individual and practice performance against specific business metrics.  Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.

The Vertafore Incentive Plan (VIP) is an annual monetary bonus for eligible employees based on both individual and company performance.  Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.

Commission plans are tailored to each sales role but common components include quota, MBO's and ABPMs.  Salespeople receive their formal compensation plan within 30 days of hire.

Vertafore is a drug free workplace and conducts preemployment drug and background screenings.


We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters or other suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us.

We want to make sure our recruiting process is accessible for everyone.  if you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact [email protected]

Just a note, this contact information is for accommodation requests only.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent relevant professional experience
  • At least 3 years of similar work experience
  • Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft .NET frameworks
  • Experience writing database queries using SQL Server or equivalent platforms
  • Programming or scripting experience with C#, PowerShell, Python, or other relevant languages
  • Linux experience
  • Experience creating runbooks for support processes
  • ITIL framework exposure
  • Insurance industry experience
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States

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The Company
HQ: Denver, CO
2,372 Employees
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

We believe insurance is about relationships. And technology should only make them stronger. We exist to empower independent agents, carriers, and MGAs. To drive their success. Because their success is our success. And their ambitions for tomorrow are our goals for today. Since our inception, we’ve been the technology backbone of the insurance industry. We began punching cards for independent agents over 50 years ago and turned this passion for technology into a relentless pursuit. Born of human-centric purpose, we empower our customers with the technology to garner trust. Built to adapt, we equip the insurance channel for the future—transforming business and relationships along the way. Where others see opposition, we see opportunity. To look ahead. To modernize. To prepare our customers for what’s next—because we’re always thinking about it. Always innovating. Always building. Always creating. Quite simply…we love insurance. Because behind every policy—is a person. And we’re obsessed with powering the spirit of our industry.

Why Work With Us

Our team is bright and talented, and we bring passion to the work we do every day and continually strive to improve. We’re a Flexible First work environment, meaning team members work from home as often as they’d like, while using our offices as a place for collaboration, community, and team building. We work hard and we have fun doing it!

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