Senior Data Scientist refactoring Python optimization algorithms and developing pricing models. Solving supply - chain challenges for Tiger Analytics’ retail and CPG analytics clients.
About the role
- Lead a team of data scientists and actuaries at Aviva, driving data-driven analysis in pricing and commercial insurance. Collaborate with key stakeholders for innovative data solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach and support a high-performing team of data scientists, actuaries and insurance professionals
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders and foster a culture that values data and its strategic use
- Support an ambitious model development and pricing plan for commercial insurance
- Design and deploy modern tools and innovative pricing solutions
Requirements
- More than 7 years of experience in data science, actuarial work or a similar analytical role
- Cross-functional skills that enable effective collaboration with diverse teams: data science, actuarial, engineering and insurance functions
- Advanced expertise in pricing modeling and related areas (e.g., machine learning, programming, price elasticity, retention, conversion modeling)
- Recognized as an expert in one or more domains: pricing, underwriting, claims, predictive modeling, data science or other insurance functions
- Excellent coaching skills, demonstrated by the successful development of colleagues or teams
- Ability not only to design a high-performing solution or algorithm, but also to secure buy-in, enthusiasm and engagement around it
- Recognized expertise in related fields such as statistics, insurance product knowledge or IT/computer science
- Proficiency in English in addition to French is required to communicate, verbally and in writing, with our clients, partners and other Aviva teams across Canada.
Benefits
- A comprehensive compensation program including base salary and eligibility for an annual bonus
- A retirement savings plan
- An employee share ownership plan
- Health benefits
- Wellness initiatives
- Volunteer opportunities
- A flexible hybrid work model
- Exceptional career development opportunities
- A competitive vacation plan, with the option to purchase 5 additional days per year
- Employee-led programs focused on gender, the LGBTQ+ community, heritage, diversity and inclusion
- Corporate wellness programs to support the physical and mental health of our employees
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