Software Dev Technical Lead

About Verisk

Verisk is a global leader in data, analytics, and technology. We help organizations make better decisions by turning complex data into actionable insights. Our work supports critical industries including insurance, financial services, energy, and healthcare, combining deep expertise with modern technology at scale.

At Verisk, you will work on systems that matter. You will join a stable, global organization where engineering quality, long-term thinking, and continuous improvement are part of how we operate every day.

About Whitespace Software

Whitespace Software, part of Verisk, builds technology that powers digital risk placement in the global specialty insurance market. Our platform enables brokers and insurers to collaborate more efficiently, process business faster, and operate with greater transparency.

You will be contributing to a product that is actively shaping how specialty insurance works, with real impact across international markets.

The opportunity

This role is for an experienced engineer who wants to take a leading technical role while remaining hands-on.

You will work on a complex, high-performing platform, helping design and deliver new functionality while ensuring systems are scalable, reliable, and secure. At the same time, you will guide other engineers, contributing to technical direction and raising the overall quality of delivery.

This is a role with real ownership. You will influence architecture, shape how solutions are built, and play an important part in mentoring junior engineers. Your work will directly impact how the platform evolves and performs at scale.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with modern technologies, and supporting others to grow, this role offers both challenge and long-term impact.

Why this role stands out

•   Platform impact – Work on a widely used product that is transforming how specialty insurance operates globally

•   Technical ownership – Influence architecture, design decisions, and engineering standards

•   Modern engineering environment – Work with Angular, TypeScript, microservices, and cloud-based systems

•   Leadership opportunity – Combine hands-on development with mentoring and technical guidance

•   Meaningful complexity – Solve real-world challenges involving performance, scalability, and reliability

•   Long-term growth – Join a global organization investing in its platforms and people

What you can expect

At Verisk, you will work in a collaborative, engineering-focused environment where quality and continuous improvement are valued. You will have the opportunity to influence how systems are built, support other engineers, and contribute to meaningful, large-scale technology.

If you are looking for a role where you can lead technically, build at scale, and make a measurable impact, we would like to hear from you.

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•   Design and implement new features across a scalable, production platform

•   Lead technical design discussions and contribute to architecture decisions

•   Work closely with product, design, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions

•   Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using modern development practices

•   Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

•   Review code, share feedback, and support continuous improvement across the team

•   Identify opportunities to improve system performance, scalability, and maintainability

•   Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the platform

•   Contribute to improving engineering processes, tools, and standards

•   Strong experience building and maintaining complex software systems

•   Proven experience with Angular and TypeScript as core technologies

•   Exposure to Node.js and ideally Swift or other modern languages

•   Experience working with NoSQL databases such as Couchbase, MongoDB, or similar

•   Knowledge of microservices architectures and container-based environments

•   Solid understanding of software design patterns, architecture, and best practices

•   Experience working in Agile environments with modern development workflows

•   Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

•   Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

•   Experience mentoring or supporting other engineers

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.

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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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