Senior Data Scientist

Permanent roles within a dynamic insurance business Opportunity to work on projects across a number of divisions

Our client has approval for a number of Senior Data Scientist & Data Scientist roles within their Group Data division. The team is currently 4 in size and they are looking to double due to an increasing need to develop their Machine Learning and Deep Learning capabilities. They are looking for a mix of experience levels and technical strengths.

Key Responsibilities includes:

• Establish a Data Science platform on AWS, building in machine learning capability and a range of statistical models
• Play a role in thought leadership to promote best practice data science within the organisation
• Work with structured and unstructured data sets, build analytical models using R & Python
• Utilise machine learning tools to drive more efficient and accurate outcomes
• Work closely with project teams from initial conception to delivery and interact with a range of senior business stakeholders

About you:

• 5-10 years experience as a Data Scientist (or equivalent)
• Strong experience required working with AWS tools and platforms, SageMaker (or equivalent) highly preferable
• Strong technical background in at least two of SAS, R and Python
• Financial services/insurance knowledge beneficial
• Passion for machine learning, professional development
• Innovative thinking and willingness to experiment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in teams.

Our client provides a great learning culture and is investing heavily in new technology. WFH/hybrid model with Sydney CBD office location.