Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
System Administration
Collaboration
Database
Microsoft Excel
Workflow
Knowledge Transfer
Recruiting
Flowchart
Documentation
Code Refactoring
PostgreSQL
MySQL
GitHub
Jupyter
Backend Development
Python
Object-Oriented Programming
Data Manipulation
Pandas
NumPy
SQL
Data Extraction
Communication
FOCUS
Clarity
Management
Insurance
Job Details
Job Description: IMPORTANT TO KNOW:
1. Remote, preference in the LA area to come into the occasional in person meetings; virtual candidates will also be considered.
2. Resource will be paid as a W-2 employee by the staffing supplier.
3. Staffing suppliers - please do not contact the hiring manager directly. Only suppliers in scope of the *** CWM program can submit candidates for this position.
Job Title: Python Backend Engineer (Contract)
About the Role:
We are looking for a highly skilled Python Backend Engineer for a contract role focused on understanding a production-level system along with maintaining and enhancing the system. The system uses object-oriented programming to ingest data from SQL databases and applies heuristic, rule-based logic to produce structured outputs. The ideal candidate will excel at data manipulation using Python packages, such as pandas, to be able to diagnose problems, train others, and document their work in a clear, digestible format.
Responsibilities:
Understand and maintain existing Python Rating Engine tools.
Investigate and explain data transformation workflows using SQL and Python (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy).
Document the system's logic, structure, and purpose in a clean and structured format.
Lead knowledge transfer sessions with the hiring manager and relevant stakeholders.
Enhance the current tool as required per the Home product rating structure.
Produce diagrams, flowcharts, and documentation to convey complex logic simply.
Identify potential areas for refactoring or improvement (optional).
Be available to diagnose and resolve coding problems.
Tech Stack / Tools:
Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy)
SQL (PostgreSQL or MySQL preferred)
Github
Jupyter notebook
Experience with production systems and deployment environments
Requirements:
3+ years of experience in backend development using Python in a production environment. Must know be proficient in NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, and Object-Oriented Programming
Strong knowledge of data manipulation and transformation using Pandas, NumPy, SciPy Proficiency with SQL for data extraction and analysis
Proven experience reading and documenting complex codebases
Strong communication skills with a focus on clarity and education
Ability to work independently and manage time across asynchronous check-ins
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with rules-based or heuristic systems
Familiarity with rule engines or decision frameworks
Experience with Insurance data (preferably personal home insurance)
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Interview process:
2 interview rounds of 45 minutes each.
About *** Insurance
*** Insurance has been serving its customers since 1928. We are committed to providing industry-leading products and first-rate services to our customers. Today, we are one of the country's largest insurers of vehicles, homes and small businesses. *** is headquartered in Los Angeles (CA) with additional offices in Austin (TX), Grand Rapids (MI), Warwick (RI), Kansas City (KS), Oklahoma City (OK), Seattle (WA), Wilmington (DE), Cleveland (OH), Plantation (FL), and Phoenix (AZ). We have more than 21,000 employees and close to 6,000 non-employees in our workforce.
Ambition Statement
We're proud of more than 90 years of serving our customers and excited about the future as we continue to evolve to meet their needs. Our ambition is to be the leader in delivering peace of mind, innovating for customers whenever and wherever they need us.
Community Involvement
Giving back, serving others and making a positive impact in communities across the country is at the core of ***' social responsibility efforts.
Diversity and Inclusion
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is the foundation of our organizational culture and we strive to foster an engaging and dynamic workplace. *** Insurance has been recognized for its strong & dynamic culture and has earned top marks in the Corporate Equality Index.
Great Place to Work
Over the years, *** Insurance received recognitions as one of the best places to work. Below are the recognitions we received in just year 2021:
Fortune Best Workplaces for MillennialsTM 2021
Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For 2021
Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & InsuranceTM 2021
Great Place to Work's Best Workplaces in TexasTM 2021
Best Place for Working Parents 2021
Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality 2021
Los Angeles Business Journal Diversity, Inclusion + Equity Honoree 2021
Corporate Citizenship
https://www.***.com/corporate-responsibility/
Position Comments:
1. Remote, preference in the LA area to come into the occasional in person meetings; virtual candidates will also be considered.
2. Resource will be paid as a W-2 employee by the staffing supplier.
3. Staffing suppliers - please do not contact the hiring manager directly. Only suppliers in scope of the *** CWM program can submit candidates for this position.
Job Title: Python Backend Engineer (Contract)
About the Role:
We are looking for a highly skilled Python Backend Engineer for a contract role focused on understanding a production-level system along with maintaining and enhancing the system. The system uses object-oriented programming to ingest data from SQL databases and applies heuristic, rule-based logic to produce structured outputs. The ideal candidate will excel at data manipulation using Python packages, such as pandas, to be able to diagnose problems, train others, and document their work in a clear, digestible format.
Responsibilities:
Understand and maintain existing Python Rating Engine tools.
Investigate and explain data transformation workflows using SQL and Python (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy).
Document the system's logic, structure, and purpose in a clean and structured format.
Lead knowledge transfer sessions with the hiring manager and relevant stakeholders.
Enhance the current tool as required per the Home product rating structure.
Produce diagrams, flowcharts, and documentation to convey complex logic simply.
Identify potential areas for refactoring or improvement (optional).
Be available to diagnose and resolve coding problems.
Tech Stack / Tools:
Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy)
SQL (PostgreSQL or MySQL preferred)
Github
Jupyter notebook
Experience with production systems and deployment environments
Requirements:
3+ years of experience in backend development using Python in a production environment. Must know be proficient in NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, and Object-Oriented Programming
Strong knowledge of data manipulation and transformation using Pandas, NumPy, SciPy Proficiency with SQL for data extraction and analysis
Proven experience reading and documenting complex codebases
Strong communication skills with a focus on clarity and education
Ability to work independently and manage time across asynchronous check-ins
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with rules-based or heuristic systems
Familiarity with rule engines or decision frameworks
Experience with Insurance data (preferably personal home insurance)
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Interview process:
2 interview rounds of 45 minutes each.
About *** Insurance
*** Insurance has been serving its customers since 1928. We are committed to providing industry-leading products and first-rate services to our customers. Today, we are one of the country's largest insurers of vehicles, homes and small businesses. *** is headquartered in Los Angeles (CA) with additional offices in Austin (TX), Grand Rapids (MI), Warwick (RI), Kansas City (KS), Oklahoma City (OK), Seattle (WA), Wilmington (DE), Cleveland (OH), Plantation (FL), and Phoenix (AZ). We have more than 21,000 employees and close to 6,000 non-employees in our workforce.
Ambition Statement
We're proud of more than 90 years of serving our customers and excited about the future as we continue to evolve to meet their needs. Our ambition is to be the leader in delivering peace of mind, innovating for customers whenever and wherever they need us.
Community Involvement
Giving back, serving others and making a positive impact in communities across the country is at the core of ***' social responsibility efforts.
Diversity and Inclusion
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is the foundation of our organizational culture and we strive to foster an engaging and dynamic workplace. *** Insurance has been recognized for its strong & dynamic culture and has earned top marks in the Corporate Equality Index.
Great Place to Work
Over the years, *** Insurance received recognitions as one of the best places to work. Below are the recognitions we received in just year 2021:
Fortune Best Workplaces for MillennialsTM 2021
Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For 2021
Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & InsuranceTM 2021
Great Place to Work's Best Workplaces in TexasTM 2021
Best Place for Working Parents 2021
Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality 2021
Los Angeles Business Journal Diversity, Inclusion + Equity Honoree 2021
Corporate Citizenship
https://www.***.com/corporate-responsibility/
Position Comments:
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