Jobgether
Lead Data Scientist
TLDR
Senior, hands-on data scientist shaping predictive pricing models for pet insurance, influencing underwriting decisions and portfolio performance through end-to-end analytics.
Accountabilities:
- Lead the development, refinement, and maintenance of GLM-based pricing models and related statistical approaches used for insurance rate setting and risk segmentation.
- Own end-to-end delivery of analytical projects, independently managing 2–4 concurrent initiatives across pricing, research, and model enhancement.
- Apply machine learning and advanced statistical techniques to improve predictive accuracy, customer behavior insights, and portfolio performance.
- Conduct deep exploratory data analysis and root-cause investigations using Python and SQL to support pricing and business decisions.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve data issues and ensure high-quality inputs for modeling and analytics.
- Translate complex modeling outputs into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in insurance pricing, supporting methodological rigor and analytical best practices across the team.
- Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the development of scalable data science standards and practices.
- Graduate degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Actuarial Science, or related quantitative field with 2+ years of experience, or 4+ years of relevant data science/analytics experience.
- At least 1 year of experience in P&C or pet insurance pricing, including rate modeling, GLMs, or actuarial/data science applications.
- Strong proficiency in Python and SQL for data manipulation, modeling, and advanced analysis.
- Deep understanding of generalized linear models (GLMs), regression techniques, and statistical inference methods.
- Proven ability to manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex analytical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Experience working in cross-functional environments with actuarial, product, and engineering teams.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and ownership mindset.
- Preferred: Experience with Snowflake, Databricks, SQL Server, or data warehousing environments.
- Preferred: Familiarity with tools such as WTW Radar, Emblem, or Earnix, and dashboarding tools like Power BI.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Retirement savings plan
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Paid time off, holidays, and company wellness day
- Paid volunteer time for nonprofit organizations
- Pet insurance and pet-friendly workplace culture
- Commuter benefits and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- On-the-job training and continuous professional development opportunities.
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How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Learning Budget
On-the-job training and continuous professional development opportunities.
Commuter benefits and EAP
Commuter benefits and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave
12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
Paid Time Off
Paid time off, holidays, and company wellness day
Jobgether runs the largest remote job platform, effectively linking job seekers with over 200,000 flexible and remote opportunities that match their unique skills and preferences. Our focus is on enhancing the hiring process, ensuring efficiency while prioritizing the candidate experience, particularly in the growing health and wellness sector.
- Founded
- Founded 2020
- Employees
- 11-50 employees
- Industry
- Professional Services
Lead Data Scientist