Senior Software Engineer

LexisNexis Risk Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive bonus

Country-specific benefits

Job summary

LexisNexis Risk Solutions’ Flyreel Engineering team seeks a seasoned software engineer to design, mentor, and deliver cross-system solutions for property risk assessment in the insurance sector. You’ll translate customer needs into robust software across Java, JavaScript, C/C++, SQL, and web technologies.

You will collaborate with agile teams, drive development best practices, mentor junior engineers, and help shape data models and complex data pipelines that support risk decisions and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Software Engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong proficiency with data manipulation languages and optimization techniques.
• Good understanding of normalized/dimensional data modeling principles.
• Strong knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems.
• Expertise in development languages including Java/J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, C/C++, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, UNIX, and .Net.
• Knowledge of test-driven development and ability to complete complex bug fixes.

Responsibilities

• Interface with other technical personnel to finalize requirements.
• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for development of complex system components.
• Translate complex product requirements into software designs with other team members.
• Implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.
• Work in Agile, Waterfall environments with stakeholders.
• Resolve complex technical issues and perform complex bug fixes.
• Mentor entry-level software engineers on development methodologies.
• Stay updated on new technology developments.
• Design and work with complex data models.
• Mentor less-senior developers on development techniques.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Java/J2EE

JavaScript

C/C++

SQL

Data modeling

Agile

Software architecture

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Computer Science

Job description

Are you excited by solving complex technical challenges, mentoring others, and contributing to products that make smarter risk decisions possible?

What’s the next step in your software engineering career, and how could your expertise help drive innovative, data-driven solutions for the insurance industry?

About The Business

LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Insurance vertical, we provide customers with solutions and decision tools that combine public and industry specific content with advanced technology and analytics to assist them in evaluating and predicting risk and enhancing operational efficiency. Our insurance risk solutions help drive better data-driven decisions across the insurance policy lifecycle, all while reducing risk. You can learn more about LexisNexis Risk at https://risk.lexisnexis.com/insurance

About Our Team

The Flyreel Engineering team at LexisNexis Risk Solutions builds innovative property intelligence and risk assessment solutions for the insurance industry. We develop cloud-native applications, automation frameworks, and data-driven platforms that help insurers make faster, more informed decisions. Our collaborative team values innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning while delivering products that have a measurable impact on customers and the business.

About The Role

This position performs complex research, design, and software development assignments within a software functional area or product line, and provides direct input to project plans, schedules, and methodology in the development of cross-functional software products. This position performs software design — typically across multiple systems; mentors more-junior members of the team; and talks to users/customers and translates their requests into solutions.

Responsibilities

• Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Work closely with other development team members to understand complex product requirements and translate them into software designs.
• Successfully implement development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.
• Operate in various development environments (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) while collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Resolve complex technical issues as necessary and complete complex bug fixes.
• Train entry-level software engineers as directed by department management, ensuring they are knowledgeable in critical aspects of their roles.
• Keep abreast of new technology developments.
• Design and work with complex data models.
• Mentor less-senior software developers on development methodologies and optimization techniques.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Software Engineering experience
• Bachelors of science in Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience required
• Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimization techniques.
• Good understanding of normalized/dimensional data modeling principles.
• Strong knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems.
• Expertise in development languages including but not limited to: Java/J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, C/C++, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, UNIX, and .Net.
• Strong research skills and knowledge in industry best practices in development.
• Knowledge in using and developing applicable tool sets.
• Ability to interface competently with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements.
• Ability to work well with internal and external technology resources.
• Knowledge of test-driven development and ability to complete complex bug fixes.
• Ability to write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Good oral and written communications skills.

Risk benefit statement

Learn more about the LexisNexis Risk team and how we work https://relx.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/RiskSolutions/page/21c296c982531000b79663f3194b0000

U.S. National Base Pay Range: $95,300 - $158,800. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates. This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.

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