Software Engineer Scientific Engine (Python) - CDI

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

• Testing and refactoring code already used in existing projects
• Introducing object‑oriented patterns in functional code
• Harmonizing data structures to streamline computation pipelines
• Time profiling and optimizing Python code
• Implementing and testing scientific models
• Develop, optimize and update software for:
  • Calculation of risk models
  • Data collection, preparation and visualization
  • Export of outputs adapted to users
  • Testing and validation of existing solutions
  • Monitoring of contracts and associated data
• Support, test and correct the tools of:
  • Continuous integration and continuous development (CI/CD)
  • Data storage
  • Version management of scripts, codes, languages and computer systems
  • Modularization and containerization of IT solutions
  • Connection to external and internal APIs
• The assessment and definition of user needs
• Modeling the risks of underlying contracts
• The choice of technical solutions
• Discussions with IT partners
• Improving the skills of technical staff
• Managing the access and rights of users of internal tools

ABOUT YOU

• Solid knowledge in one of the following languages: Python, C/C++ or Java
• Good knowledge in Python
• Solid scientific background:
  • Contact with scientific domain (e.g. robotics, physics engine in video game, data science)
• Production experience with Docker
• Experience in TDD
• Good knowledge in English and fluency in French
• Familiar with production development workflow (code reviews, fast‑forward Git policy)
• Contribute to a rigorous data engineering culture
• Ability to understand break‑epic track in achievable issues
• Excellent communication skills, in both formal and informal settings, and in English and French

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience working with public APIs in Python
• Experience optimizing and profiling Python code
• Experience in a microservices architecture
• Experience in HPC
• Contribution to an open‑source project
• Strong interest in climate issues
• Comfortable working alongside corporate insurers
• Enjoy CI/CD automation
• Willingness to help junior developers
• Strong team spirit and ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Rigorous, creative and meticulous mindset
• Strong desire to learn new tools
• Eagerness to work in a multi‑cultural environment

WHY JOIN DESCARTES UNDERWRITING?

• Opportunity to work and learn with teams from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world
• Commitment to continued learning and development (annual seminars, training, etc.)
• Work in a collaborative & professional environment
• Be part of a dynamic international team, passionate about diversity
• Join a company with a true purpose – help clients be more resilient towards climate risks
• A competitive salary, bonus and benefits
• Benefit from regular home‑office days

At Descartes Underwriting, we cherish the value of diversity whatever it may be. We are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and for equal opportunities. We foster an inclusive work environment that respects all differences.

With equal skills, all our positions are open to people with disabilities.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

• Step 1: Call and HR interview with our Talent Recruiter
• Step 2: Technical project submitted via GitHub
• Step 3: Technical interview
• Step 5: Final round interview with the team
• Candidates can opt to have the manager interview before the technical project and interview