Junior Vulnerability Engineer at Intercontinental Exchange

We are searching for multi-skilled candidates with a quantitative background for the position of Built Environment Modeler.

Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelors or master’s degree in applied economics, computer science, geography, surveying, engineering, or related field
• Industry experience a plus
• Proficiency with database programming languages such as SQL, R or Python
• Geospatial analytics in a programming environment (e.g., in R), ArcGIS/ QGIS/SAGA
• Experience with mapping tools such as ArcGIS/ QGIS/SAGA
• Outstanding quantitative skill set
• Attention to detail and good problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Description

Job Purpose

We are searching for multi-skilled candidates with a quantitative background for the position of Built Environment Modeler. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating data sets that represent the locations and replacement values of the built environment, including residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure and lifeline structures. This work will complement our physical modeling and climate initiatives. The person will be part of our growing ESG team reporting to the director of Physical Risk Modeling, and will be responsible for the evaluation, development, and implementation of state-of-the-art approaches relevant to modeling all aspects of the built environment. Experience in exposures modeling for the insurance industry and knowledge of, or a background in economics are required. Working knowledge of gross fixed capital investment data, and input/output modeling is preferred.

The job is a full time, permanent position and will be in the Boston MA area, though telecommute options for the correct candidate within the US are available.

Responsibilities

• Creating data bases that represent the built environment for select countries and regions, ultimately expanding to cover the globe. Including defining relevant occupancy and construction types for each structure/location
• Utilizing/creating satellite derived data sets representing the locations of structures globally
• Setting up web scraping processes to acquire data on high valued assets, and training a group of analysts to support and carry out the work
• Developing documentation and discussion points to highlight all aspects of the work
• Writing scripts for web scraping, data acquisition across the globe
• Analyzing spatial data using mapping software

Schedule

This role offers work from home flexibility

of up to 3 days per week.

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability or veteran status, or other protected status.