Software Engineer III (AI)

Maplecroft; Holmdel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Verisk Maplecroft in Holmdel, NJ is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead full-stack development on the FAST platform for life insurance SaaS applications. You will shape AI-enabled features, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive scalable solutions across front-end and back-end stacks.

The role requires 5–7 years of industry experience, strong Java/C#/Python skills, and expertise in AWS services, REST APIs, and SOA principles.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of industry experience in building large-scale software applications.
• Experience with Generative AI solutions using AWS Bedrock, MCP.
• Deep understanding of Prompt Engineering and best practices.
• Experience in building web applications.
• Demonstrated programming expertise in Java, C#, or Python.
• Strong object-oriented programming and enterprise design principles.
• Experience with SOA concepts and RESTful APIs.
• Excellent debugging and optimization skills.
• Experience with AWS Services.

Responsibilities

• Develop GenAI and AgenticAI offerings leveraging AWS on the FAST Policy Administration Platform.
• Lead design and implementation of AI-based solutions for the insurance industry.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers to grow technical skills.
• Build scalable distributed solutions across the full stack for fast, reliable user experiences.
• Develop new features and infrastructure aligned with SaaS objectives.
• Ensure performance, uptime, and high-quality code design.

Skills

Generative AI

AWS Bedrock

Prompt engineering

Full stack development

Java

C#

Python

REST APIs

SOA

Leadership

Agile

Web frameworks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or engineering

Tools

.NET

Angular/REACT

JavaScript

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Job description

• Job Category Technical Product Development
• Posting Date 01/06/2026, 05:05 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 545 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ, 07310, US (Hybrid)
• Short Term Incentive Yes
• Long Term Incentive No
• Commission No
• Work Arrangement Hybrid
• Budgeted Salary Currency USD
• Minimum Salary 130,000
• Maximum Salary 160,000
• Division Underwriting Solutions
• Legal Employer Flexible Architecture and Simplified Technology Inc.
• Disclaimer Annualized base pay may vary depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience

Job Description

The Senior Software Engineer operates as a senior/lead team member of a team, assisting assigned Insurance Carrier project teams (“our clients”) to implement, integrate, leverage and enhance the FAST platform. We rely on a dynamic team of engineers to create solutions for our rapidly evolving technical stack. We’re seeking a full stack developer who is smart, proactive, and results-oriented to build elegant solutions for the Life insurance industry's complex business domain and make our industry-leading products even better.

The ideal candidate has experience building products across the stack and a firm understanding of web frameworks, APIs, databases, and multiple back-end languages for a SaaS application. The full stack developer will join a small team to solve challenges for both the front-end and back-end architecture, ultimately delivering amazing experiences for the Life insurance industry.

This role is on onsite role in our Holmdel, NJ location, which has a flexible hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

Objectives of this role

• Help develop GenAI and AgenticAI offerings leveraging AWS Services on the FAST Policy Administration Platform
• Be a leading voice in the design and implementation of AI based solutions for the insurance industry
• Provide guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, helping them develop their technical skills, career growth, and problem-solving abilities
• Work across the full stack, building highly scalable distributed solutions that enable positive user experiences and measurable business growth
• Develop new features and infrastructure in support of rapidly emerging business and project objectives
• Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale, and maintain high standards for code quality and application design
• Develop new features and infrastructure in support of rapidly emerging business and project requirements
• Continuously enhance the base platform in accordance with SaaS development principles

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for technical discussions with senior management, other engineering teams, and business units. Translate complex technical topics into clear, understandable language for non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in all aspects of agile software development, including design, implementation, and deployment
• Design and provide guidance on building end-to-end systems optimized for speed and scale leveraging services design principles on .NET platforms
• Work primarily in technologies like .NET, Angular/REACT, Java Script, SQL Server, Postgres, etc.
• Engage with inspiring designers and front-end engineers, and collaborate with leading back-end engineers to create reliable APIs
• Develop next generation user interfaces for all applications and innovate on integration patterns using Microservice design

Qualifications

Soft Skills and Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical skills to breakdown complex objectives and provide appropriate solutions within the context of the FAST application.
• A strong focus on delivering value to clients, ensuring that their needs are prioritized while balancing operational and regulatory constraints.
• Communication & Presentation: Excellent communication skills, particularly in articulating complex product features and benefits to clients in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner.
• Communication and Interpersonal skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information clearly to various stakeholders. Strong relationship-building skills to foster collaboration across departments.

Required Technical Skills and qualifications

• At least 5-7 of Industry experience in working and building large-scale software applications
• Experience with building Generative AI solutions using AWS Bedrock, MCP
• Deep understanding of Prompt Engineering and best practices
• Experience in building web applications
• Demonstrated programing expertise in Java, C#, or Python
• Strong skills with object-oriented programming and Enterprise software design principles
• Prior development utilizing SOA concepts and methodologies.
• Strong leader capable of motivating and energizing resources
• Prior leadership and/or management experience of on-shore and off-shore resources
• Experience in designing and integrating RESTful APIs
• Excellent debugging and optimization skills
• Experience in unit/integration testing
• Experience with AWS Services

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in computer science, information technology, or engineering (Masters a plus)
• Interest in learning new tools, languages, workflows, and philosophies
• Professional certifications

#LI-LM03
#LI-Hbyrid

About Us

For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.

At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed.

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.

We’re 7,000 people strong. We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations.

Underwriting Solutions — provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision

Claims Solutions — supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences

Property and Restoration Solutions — offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient

Specialty Business Solutions — provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance

Catastrophe and Risk Solutions — provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to catastrophic events.

Marketing Solutions — delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing,relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement

Life Insurance Solutions – offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group.

Verisk Maplecroft — provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become stronger

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

Verisk invests in a benefits package for all employees that includes the following:

• Health Insurance
• a Retirement Plan
• Disability benefits
• Paid Time Off program

We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes base salary determined based on role, experience, skill set, and location.

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.

Unsolicited resumes sent to Verisk, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Verisk business mailing address, fax machine or email address, or directly to Verisk employees, will be considered Verisk property. Verisk will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.