Senior Data Scientist, AI Studio

Our client, a leading insurance company, are hiring a Senior Data Scientist to join their AI Studio Team in New York. The successful candidate will develop and implement production-ready AI/ML solutions that drive enterprise-wide decision-making, transforming complex data into actionable insights and scalable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead data science initiatives and mentor junior team members.

• Manage projects end-to-end, from data exploration and design through to modelling and delivery.

• Conduct data wrangling, matching and ETL across a wide range of data sources.

• Develop and deploy high-performing predictive models using advanced machine learning and AI techniques.

• Collaborate with Data Engineering and MLOps teams to productionize solutions.

• Ensure data quality, integrity and robustness throughout both development and deployment.

• Apply innovative statistical and mathematical approaches to solve complex business challenges.

• Communicate insights effectively through clear data visualizations and presentations.

• Work closely with stakeholders to identify and deliver data-driven opportunities.

• Contribute to the development of best practices, tools and standards within the data science function.

Skillset

• PhD or Master’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics or equivalent.

• At least 4 years of hands-on experience in machine learning development.

• A strong foundation in statistical modelling and data analysis.

• Experience with a range of machine learning techniques, including clustering, decision trees, boosting and neural networks.

• A proven track record in experimental design and execution.

• Expertise in data wrangling, including techniques such as fuzzy matching and regular expressions, as well as experience with distributed computing.

• Advanced programming skills in Python.

• A solid understanding of algorithms and machine learning model development.

• Excellent communication skills, with a strong attention to detail and well-developed problem-solving abilities.

• Experience mentoring or leading other data scientists.

Benefits

• Salary: $120k – $195k DOE.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

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