AM Best · 2 months ago
Data Engineer - Python Programmer
Oldwick, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expAM Best is responsible for providing ratings and analysis of the insurance industry. The Data Engineer is tasked with designing, building, and optimizing scalable data solutions to support various business needs, engaging with cross-functional teams to enhance data pipelines and ensure data reliability.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Focus on continued build out/improvement of the current data stores (Oracle, CEPH, and possibly MongoDB) including data access and persistence
Requirement of prior knowledge/experience with database concepts such as SQL tuning, indexes, views, stored procedures, etc
Proficient in fundamental algorithms and data structures. Server-side Python processes utilizing concurrency patterns with asyncio, mutli-processing, and threading. Also, comfortable working with Numpy, Pandas, Python collections, etc
Must handle API development using REST. Strong working knowledge of FastAPI, with a primary focus on mastering the REST protocol. Experience with gRPC and socket-based communication is a valuable plus
Mastery of typical software development life cycle and deployment processes. Experience with GIT, MS Azure DevOps, Artifactory, etc. Must be comfortable building CI/CD pipelines
Experienced in developing applications and managing systems on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments
Qualification
Required
Strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile environment
Focus on continued build out/improvement of the current data stores (Oracle, CEPH, and possibly MongoDB) including data access and persistence
Prior knowledge/experience with database concepts such as SQL tuning, indexes, views, stored procedures, etc
Proficient in fundamental algorithms and data structures
Server-side Python processes utilizing concurrency patterns with asyncio, multi-processing, and threading
Comfortable working with Numpy, Pandas, Python collections, etc
Handle API development using REST
Strong working knowledge of FastAPI, with a primary focus on mastering the REST protocol
Experience with gRPC and socket-based communication is a valuable plus
Mastery of typical software development life cycle and deployment processes
Experience with GIT, MS Azure DevOps, Artifactory, etc
Comfortable building CI/CD pipelines
Experienced in developing applications and managing systems on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments
Associate's Degree preferred with 5 to 7 years demonstrated server-side development proficiency
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3 to 5 years demonstrated server-side development proficiency
Programming Languages: Python (NumPy, Pandas, Oracle PL/SQL)
Other non-interpreted languages like Java, C++, Rust, etc. are a plus
Proficient in the intermediate-advanced level of the language (concurrency, memory management, etc.)
Design patterns: typical GOF patterns (Factory, Facade, Singleton, etc.)
Data structures: maps, lists, arrays, etc
SCM: solid Git proficiency, MS Azure DevOps (CI/CD)
SQL: proficiency with Oracle indexes, SQL tuning, views, stored procedures, and functions
OS: majority of the development is on Redhat Linux but should be comfortable with Windows
Some Unix shell scripting may be needed from time to time
API development: must have proficiency with HTTP REST with gRPC / sockets as a plus
Comfortable working iteratively in a dynamic, flexible environment
Strong self-management skills and with a focus on timely completion of tasks
Ability to converse with technical and non-technical groups
Benefits
Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
Paid time off/Paid company holidays
Medical plan options/prescription drug plan
Dental plan/vision plan options
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
401(k) retirement savings plan with a Roth savings option and company matching contributions
Educational assistance program
Company
AM Best
AM Best is a global provider of data analytics, news publishing, and credit rating services with a focus on the insurance sector
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alfred Magilton Best
Founder
Recent News
2025-12-08
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