Python Developer

Job title:

Python Developer

Company

Aviva

Job description

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.Be part of a dynamic team of engineers, data scientists, and actuaries who use software and data to make informed pricing decisions throughout the organization. The insurance industry is undergoing a transformation, and you get to be in the driver’s seat of this data-driven, technology revolution.A phenomenal opportunity has arisen in the Commercial Price Modelling team in our Toronto or Markham offices. We are seeking a Python Developer to join a team with varied strengths and help build the next generation of Pricing tools that will redefine the way Aviva commercial underwriters work well with customers, brokers, and vendors.Aviva Canada recently purchased new Pricing tool, namely , to help build, deploy, and refine pricing models at ease. The platform is native Python and developers can deploy in few clicks raters to production without reliance on IT. You will actively develop numerous but uniquely crafted HX products for our 20+ commercial lines of businesses within the Global Corporate and Specialty (GCS) space. We strive to onboard all GCS lines of businesses onto the platform within a 2-year timeframe.You will work closely with other python developers, data scientists, and pricing actuaries to bring to life HX products embedding pricing models to market. You will also collaborate with other collaborators on the business front, such as commercial underwriters, to capture requirements for each rater. In addition, you will get along with IT professionals to integrate HX products to other technologies within the pricing ecosystem using APIs and micro services capability.What you’ll do:Develop and maintain HX pricing products and deploy into production in collaboration with other developers, business customers, and IT professionals.Integrate HX products to the wider pricing ecosystem such as Policy Administrative System and Datalake using APIs and micro services.Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, reliable and secure python codebase using TDD principles.Mentor development resources on design and code best practices, quality, performance, and security.Share best practices with team members and internal developer community as well as teamwork and stakeholder management with the broader team.Work in a team using Scrum, Kanban rituals with a passion for Agile methodology but the flexibility to think outside the scrum.What you’ll bring:proven experience in Python Development or software engineering.Good grasp of software engineering practices such as code-reusability, modularity, etc.An educational background in computer science or engineering, math, statistics, physics, or a related field. A minimum of a BSc is required, and “Masters or equivalent experience” is preferred.Experience working collaboratively with other developers in a version control environment using Git practices and repository structure.Intuitive problem-solving and analytical skillsStrong communication and collaboration skills.Proficiency with SQL, Datalike, Snowflake and AWS is an asset.Experience in the insurance industry is a bonus.What you’ll getCompetitive rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.Our vacation package which starts at 4 weeks!Outstanding Career Development opportunities.Support for your professional development education.Hybrid work modelA role in a high performing team under a seasoned manager.Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment, you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.#LI-AI1

Expected salary

Location

Markham, ON

Job date

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 22:23:17 GMT

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