Job Responsibilities:
- Work with Lead Data Scientist to translate given business problem into analytical use-cases with defined outcomes
- Collaborate with Data Scientists to develop, implement and test most appropriate algorithms for a given use-case; be able to review the work of data scientists and provide guidance
- Translate statistical analysis to insights and recommendations and work with Data Engineers to automate / production Alize them
- Ensure coding standards as well as designing standards to ensure reusability
- Drive innovation by enhancing existing solutions and designing new ones
- Build collaboration and awareness in the global analytics community
Skill Set Required:
- 5-8 years of experience in insurance analytics, data science or similar function
- Expert-level proficiency in at least one statistical tool language (R, Python) with a strong preference towards Python with excellent debugging skills
- Experience with Big Data platforms - Hadoop (Hive, Pig, Map Reduce, HQL)/Spark/H2O-Linux environment
- Strong conceptual understanding of machine learning algorithms including linear regressions, classification algorithms, time series techniques, topic modeling etc.
- Good written, oral communication with ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders
- Basic to mid-level understanding of the insurance risk selection, underwriting practices and experience in analyzing the insurance portfolios is a plus
- Mentoring skills are considered as a plus
- Experience in Big Data technologies like Azure, AWS and advanced analytics concepts like Simulation, Deep Learning etc. are considered as a plus
- Bachelor s degree in a quantitative field required; Masters or PHD preferred
Education:
- 5-8 years of experience in insurance analytics, data science or similar function
Key Skills
Claims; Simulation; Linux; Coding; Analytical; Debugging; Machine learning; Asset management; Financial services; Python
About Company
We live in a time of unprecedented change. A time when economies, regulations, and social safety nets are all in flux.Customers around the globe have told us theyre overwhelmed by the pace of change and are looking for a trusted partner to help them manage lifes twists and turns.MetLife is committed to being that partner. Thats why were transforming our business: Delivering greater value for the people we serve by becoming a simpler, more focused, and future-facing company. Well be introducing new ways to meet our customersevolving needs, with flexible products; simpler, more intuitive experiences and a range of new services.