Senior Atmospheric Scientist

Verisk's Extreme Event Solutions Research Department in Boston is seeking a collaborative and experienced atmospheric scientist with strong programming expertise to accelerate the development of next-generation catastrophe models. You'll work alongside a diverse team of atmospheric scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and computational scientists dedicated to advancing risk modeling for the insurance and reinsurance industries. About the Role : Verisk is at the forefront of atmospheric perils modeling, leveraging cutting-edge Machine Learning techniques trained on reanalysis products, global circulation models, and convection-resolving numerical weather prediction models. Our models represent the full range of possible loss-causing damage scenarios consistent with near-present climate conditions. As part of our team, you will :

• Lead coordination and productization of model development across our Boston and Hyderabad offices.
• Support hiring, mentorship, and growth of the Hyderabad Meteorology Team, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Contribute to pioneering research, advancing how tropical cyclones and other atmospheric perils are represented within our Machine Learning-based global modeling framework.
• Develop and maintain robust codebases, ensuring best practices in version control (e.g., Git), code review, and documentation.
• Collaborate with computational scientists to optimize workflows and ensure efficient deployment of atmospheric models at scale.
• Experience with project management and scientific leadership.
• Strong understanding of atmospheric dynamics and processes affecting weather extremes.
• Expertise in dynamic downscaling techniques.
• Advanced programming skills, particularly in Python, with experience in numerical modeling and data analysis.
• Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative software development practices.
• Experience with statistical modeling and handling large datasets. #LI-SM1 #LI-Hybrid About Us For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster. At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed. For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® for outstanding workplace culture in the US, fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and second consecutive year in Poland. We value learning, caring and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority. In addition to our Great Place to Work® Certification, we've been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World's Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture. We're 7,000 people strong. We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations. Verisk Businesses Underwriting Solutions - provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision Claims Solutions - supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences Property Estimating Solutions - offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient Extreme Event Solutions - provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to extreme events. Specialty Business Solutions - provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance Marketing Solutions - delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing,relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement Life Insurance Solutions - offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group. Verisk Maplecroft - provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become stronger 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. Verisk's minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law. https : / / www.verisk.com / company / careers / Unsolicited resumes sent to Verisk, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Verisk business mailing address, fax machine or email address, or directly to Verisk employees, will be considered Verisk property. Verisk will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. https : / / www.verisk.com / privacy-policies / data-privacy-notice-for-employees-applicants-and-independent-contractors /