Description

We are looking for exceptional Graduate Engineers to join our newly formed teams incubating and scaling disruptive AI/ML InsureTech products working in Lean methodology with Design Thinking at its core.

You will have significant involvement in the continual evolution of our products, working collaboratively with the team to improve and develop our technology.

Championing our collaborative environment, you will work closely with Software Engineers, SREs, Data Scientists, ML Engineers and UX Engineers in implementing robust and scalable InsureTech applications.

The Business

Willis Towers Watson is a preeminent developer of risk and financial modelling software, with over 400 clients worldwide. We combine the technical innovation and engineering expertise of our software professionals with the actuarial knowledge and thought leadership of our insurance consulting business to provide solutions that help clients measure value, manage risk and safeguard solvency.

Willis Towers Watson’s software solutions support insurance companies and other businesses that require sophisticated and auditable modelling and analytics processes as they confront volatile markets and regulatory changes. Our software solutions underpin a variety of activities, ranging from asset-liability modelling, pricing and reserving, through to economic capital aggregation and allocation.
The Role

You will become one of our key contributors who guide and foster innovation by developing leading edge products that span various Insurance market segments.

Driving Engineering excellence isn't just about developing amazing code; it's also about promoting engineering methods that promote high quality. You'll contribute to teams in reflecting on what went well and what we could have done better, and then turning those reflections into learning activities. You will be proud of the solutions you and your team come up with. You will actively promote collaborative ways of working in a cross-functional product team. 

Your responsibilities will include

Designing and documenting software solutions meeting functional and non-functional requirements,
Implementing unit tests, developing test frameworks, and associated automated test cases,
Reviewing and debugging code to identify defects, performance bottlenecks or technical debt,
Working closely with test engineers to guarantee suitable test coverage, identifying, and executing manual tests if necessary,
Research, analyze and translate business, market and user requirements and innovative ideas into cutting edge prototypes
Aware of new trends on AI/ML software architecture, technology, and design.
Explore, evaluate, and benchmark state-of-art AI/ML tools and methodologies.
Contribute to companywide chapters in relevant areas for your role such as AI, ML, Data Science etc.
Participate in internal and external dev events such as hackathons, dev/research conferences and collaborate with our Academic and industry partners worldwide on research and innovation initiatives.

Get involved in research in collaboration with academics

The Requirements

Minimum 2:1 degree in a Software Engineering, Computer Science or similar technical or analytic discipline, with a reasonable understanding of Mathematics is required

It would also be an advantage to possess the following skills:

Strong bias for action. Ability to thrive in ambiguity
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, similar technical field of study, or equivalent practical experience
Proficiency in one or more general purpose programming languages including but not limited to: Java, C#, Kotlin, Python
Interest and ability to learn other coding languages as needed
Specialized experience using machine learning techniques
Basic understanding of building AI/ML products on cloud infrastructure such as Azure, AWS and GCP
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and test automation
Awareness or experience of MLOps
Good understanding of agile or lean development practices.

The Application Process

Stage 1: Online application, including CV
Stage 2: Online testing
Stage 3: Video interview - in partnership with the Bright Network, we have created an academy module on ‘How to Ace your Video Interview’. Click here to sign up and watch it!
Stage 4: Coding Assessment
Stage 5: Assessment centre
Stage 6: Offer and on-boarding

Start date for the UK Graduate Programme for undergraduates will be the beginning of September 2022.

For Masters/PhD students, we can be flexible on the start date depending on course dates.

The Company

Willis Towers Watson is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 40,000 employees serving more than 140 countries. We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas – the dynamic formula that drives business performance. Together, we unlock potential. Learn more at willistowerswatson.com.

Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer

Willis Towers Watson believes that effectively managing a diverse workforce is vital to our business strategy. We have an obligation to our organization, ourselves and our clients to hire and develop the best people we can find. We will continually review our policies and practices to ensure that all areas of the employment process (including recruiting, hiring, work assignments, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, company-sponsored development programs and overall workplace experience) are free from discriminatory practices. We are committed to equal employment opportunities at Willis Towers Watson.

Unsolicited Contact: Any unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Willis Towers Watson are considered property of Willis Towers Watson and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Willis Towers Watson, any such agency must have an existing formal written agreement signed by an authorized Willis Towers Watson recruiter and an active working relationship with the organization. Resumes must be submitted according to our candidate submission process, which includes being actively engaged on the particular search. Likewise, for our authorized Recruitment Agencies/Search Firms, if the candidate submission process is not followed, no agency fees will be paid by Willis Towers Watson. Willis Towers Watson is an equal opportunity employer.

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