Senior Pricing Engineer

Hastings Direct; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£5k car allowance

Flexible hybrid working

Annual bonus scheme

Private medical insurance (PMI)

Job summary

Hastings Direct, a digital insurance provider in the UK, seeks a Senior Pricing Engineer to lead pricing implementations and mentor a team. The role focuses on using advanced Python and SQL to develop pricing algorithms, collaborate with cross‑functional partners, and drive strategic rating changes. Hybrid work from Bexhill, Leicester, or London.

Strong leadership and communication are essential. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, data‑driven decision making, and delivering robust

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and test pricing initiatives using Python and SQL.
• Experience with pricing algorithms and data-driven decision making.
• Mentor pricing engineers and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather pricing requirements.
• Manage strategic pricing implementations and rating engine development.
• Design optimized solutions to improve performance and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain pricing algorithms with Python; ensure accuracy of changes.
• Lead pre‑release activities: code reviews, testing, and impact analysis.
• Provide data‑driven insights to stakeholders and facilitate release approvals.
• Document implementations and data pipelines, ensuring security and compliance.
• Deliver progress updates and propose process improvements to accelerate delivery.
• Guide pricing engineers in coding best practices and SQL data handling.
• Support recruitment and mentoring to grow the team's capabilities.

Skills

Python

SQL

Polaris PW

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Job description

Job Title: Senior Pricing Engineer

Location: Bexhill / Leicester / London – Hybrid

About Hastings Direct

We’re a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. We’ve made huge investments in our pricing and data capabilities and nurture our 4Cs culture. We provide insurance to over four million customers, and our Pricing, Data and Analytics community values curiosity, collaboration, and constructive challenge.

Role Overview

Underwriting Delivery and Change are looking for a Senior Pricing Engineer who will contribute through technical expertise and play a crucial role in team development and strategic planning for rating change deliveries. The ideal candidate will be a leader, communicator, and innovator, committed to driving the team and the company’s pricing capabilities forward.

Role Purpose

As a Senior Developer, the primary focus is managing business‑as‑usual and strategic pricing implementation projects. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, leveraging advanced Python skills for complex implementations and projects. Your role involves gathering requirements, designing optimized solutions, and developing and maintaining pricing algorithms. You will also guide and mentor pricing engineers, encouraging curiosity and innovation for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather requirements and understand the pricing needs of the business
• Manage strategic pricing implementation and projects to support rating engine development
• Design and propose optimized solutions for pricing implementations to enhance performance and efficiency
• Develop and maintain pricing algorithms using advanced Python coding skills to meet strategic goals and manage complex implementations
• Manage and conduct thorough testing of pricing changes before deployment, identifying errors, and ensuring accuracy and effectiveness of implementation
• Manage pre‑release activities, including code reviews, testing and recast analysis to ensure accurate implementation of pricing changes
• Provide stakeholders with data‑driven insights to facilitate better decision‑making, refine implementation, and assist with release approval
• Develop comprehensive documentation for implementations, strategies and data pipelines while ensuring their security
• Prepare and deliver progress updates on implementations and propose process improvements to enhance efficiency and pace
• Guide and mentor pricing engineers, offering expertise in Python coding, SQL database management and providing technical support and training on pricing implementation and coding best practices
• Actively engage in recruiting top talent, providing support and guidance, and fostering an environment where team members flourish and reach their maximum potential

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL for developing and testing methodologies
• Experience with Polaris PW rating engine tools and data visualization techniques
• Experience working in an Agile environment utilizing methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, BDD, TDD, Extreme Programming
• Experience in managing complex projects and teams
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong track record of problem‑solving and strategic thinking
• Proven ability to influence team dynamics and drive skill development

Interview Process

• Recruiter screening call
• Intro with hiring leader
• Case study round – technical / competency

Benefits

• Competitive salary and £5k car allowance
• Flexible hybrid working – discuss details with recruiter
• Competitive bonus scheme – all colleagues eligible for annual 4Cs performance bonus
• Physical wellbeing – private medical insurance (PMI) for Band 4 colleagues
• Financial wellbeing – 4× salary life assurance, income protection, matched pension contributions up to 10%, discounted services, cashback, free financial advice, etc.
• Mental wellbeing programme – Thrive mental health app, 24/7 assistance programme, in‑house mental health first aiders, support groups, dedicated support team
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, option to buy or sell a week, healthcare cash‑back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle to work, tech schemes, free onsite facilities, social events, and more

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.