Software Development Manager

Job Description

At Verisk, we build technology that helps the world's leading insurers make smarter, faster decisions. As a global leader in data analytics and risk assessment, we combine deep industry expertise with cloud‑native engineering, AI, and advanced analytics to solve complex business challenges.

Position

Software Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software developers/analysts in the requirements, design, development, test, and deployment of large distributed systems using microservices-based architecture.
• Engage and lead a globally distributed team, providing hands‑on management, mentoring, and coaching to drive annual goals.
• Perform people‑management duties, including hiring, firing, performance reviews, job requirements, interviewing, staffing, assignments, and growth opportunities.
• Effectively communicate software solution expectations to internal customers, team members, and other stakeholders.
• Propose, design and implement scalable, sustainable, cost‑effective solutions that meet internal and external customers’ objectives.
• Engage with senior management, peers, and internal customers to plan and prioritize projects and resource allocation.
• Proactively communicate status, issues, and escalations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Work with external vendors to source, negotiate, and manage contract resources and solution services.

Qualifications

• Solid software development experience, including leading engineering teams and delivering enterprise applications.
• Strong technical background in software architecture, application design, and cloud‑native development.
• Hands‑on experience with .NET/C#, JavaScript, Python, REST APIs, microservices, SQL Server, Snowflake, and search technologies (OpenSearch, Elasticsearch, or Solr).
• Experience building and operating applications in AWS or other cloud environments.
• Understanding of AI/ML technologies, including LLMs, Generative AI, and AI‑powered application development; familiarity with RAG architectures, vector databases, and AI development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) is a plus.
• Proven ability to lead Agile software delivery, balancing technical excellence, business priorities, and customer needs.
• Experience driving architecture, technical design, development, testing, deployment, and operational support.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to build high‑performing teams and influence technical direction across engineering and business partners.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and decision‑making skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at both technical and executive levels.

We Offer

• A leadership role with the opportunity to shape engineering strategy, build high‑performing teams, and drive the delivery of innovative software solutions.
• The chance to work with modern technologies, including cloud‑native architectures, AI, and GenAI‑powered applications.
• A collaborative, international environment that values technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning.
• The autonomy to influence architecture, engineering practices, and product direction while working with cross‑functional teams.
• A hybrid work model with flexible working hours.
• A competitive benefits package, including private health insurance, medical care, and a Multisport card.

About Us

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.

Legal & Background

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, colour, 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.

Verisk offers a competitive salary aligned with market standards and your experience, disclosed in accordance with the Pay Transparency Directive. In addition to base pay, our compensation package includes a variety of incentive opportunities for eligible roles, designed based on market research and our internal grading structure. You’ll also receive a comprehensive benefits package featuring private medical care, life insurance, Employee Capital Plans (PPK), as well as paid vacation and sick leave in line with the Polish Labour Code.

Verisk will also support flexible working arrangements through a hybrid work model, access to professional development programmes, and a work environment focused on well‑being and career growth. Additional perks include access to sports and wellness programmes, well‑being initiatives, and team‑building events.

Commission: No

Minimum Salary: 300,000

Maximum Salary: 360,000

For more information, visit https://www.verisk.com/company/careers/. Unsolicited resumes must be treated as Verisk property. Verisk will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

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