Full-stack Development Intern – 2021 Summer Internship Program - CR

  • Intern
  • Verisk Business: Property Estimating Solutions (Xactware)

Company Description

Xactware, a Verisk business, specializes in technologies for the property insurance, remodeling, restoration, and mortgage and lending industries. Xactware’s tools provide claims estimating, contents replacement, claims management, and property maintenance solutions for desktop, mobile, and online platforms. Xactware’s services include repair cost research and reports, aerial imagery, and real-time business intelligence. Xactware has been providing cloud services for customers since 1995. To learn more about Xactware please visit us at: Xactware.com. We are proud to be a part of the Verisk family of companies! 

At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.   

Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.  

But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.  

It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.   

At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do. 

At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work® Certification for the fourth consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce.  Verisk’s Statement on Racial Equity and Diversity supports our commitment to these values and affecting positive and lasting change in the communities where we live and work.  

Job Description

 

The coolest software development team in Utah is looking for an all-star full stack development intern focused on a web app using React.  Are you someone who loves agile software development? How about working on a team that is passionate about code quality and delivering delightful UIs? If so, then our team at Xactware is the perfect place for you. 

We Have:

  • Awesome apps that thousands of professionals use across the globe
  • Great people to work with who are passionate about being software craftsmen
  • Flexible hours and opportunities to work remotely

You Have:

  • An appreciation for design and quality
  • The desire for high quality code
  • An eye for great UI
  • Get chills when you think of an agile software development culture
  • A love for unit tests
  • The qualifications listed below

You Might Also Have:

  • Sweet apps in the app store that we can look at
  • A creative mind

About the Day to Day Responsibilities of the Role

  • Daily Agile Scrum meetings where you get to say what you have been working on and what you will work on
  • You get to choose the task you want to work on next
  • You program cool stuff
  • Sometimes you will pair program. You will always collaborate with your team
  • Participate in code reviews
  • Work with QA to resolve bugs
  • Fun and energetic teams

Annual Hack-A-Thons

Qualifications

About You and How You Can Excel in This Role

  • Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field) from four-year college or university with minimum 3.0 GPA; preferably junior year of the program
  • 0-2 years of experience or similar ability in software development
  • Have experience and ability with multiple platforms to consider yourself a full stack dev. For example: iOS, Android, Windows, Web, Web Services, etc. At least one platform plus web services.
  • Working understanding and exposure to API's and consuming RESTful services
  • Enjoys a fast paced, agile, challenging and team-oriented work environment
  • Ability to create simple and well-designed solutions to complex software problems
  • Ability to work both as a member of a team and independently based on the project requirements
  • Ability to effectively and professionally interact with customers, clients, and other Xactware employees
  • Fluent in: React, Javascript
  • Experience in: C#, WPF, Angular, Swift, Objective-C, Java, or Kotlin; SQL, XML, JSON, MVC experience helpful
  • Working knowledge of software development tools and agile processes
  • Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills
  • Dedication to excellence and a willingness to work hard
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be coachable and collaborative
  • Knowledge of testing methodologies (e.g. smoke, regressions, component, integrations, etc.)
  • Must be able to clearly define and solve problems
  • Familiarity with continuous integration concepts and processes
  • Ability to work in an office environment with reasonable accommodation

Additional Information

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability.

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