AVP & Data Scientist (DS Leadership)

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, Data Architecture, Data science techniques, Deep Learning, Effective communication skills, Java Programming, Leadership Skill, Machine learning techniques, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Python Programming

Job Description

Who Are We?

Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range

$164,600.00 – $271,500.00

Target Openings

1

What Is the Opportunity?

Collaborative Environment, Transformational Projects, and a Growing Team!

As a member of Enterprise Data & Analytics (ED&A), you’ll be joining a strategic and collaborative team that is passionate about transforming our business and technology capabilities and paving the way for best-in-class technology, data and analytics.

As the AVP & Data Scientist within the ED&A organization, you will collaborate with senior R&D, Data & Analytics, Technology and Business leaders across the company to accelerate the development and deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML) models, and influence and innovate solutions that impact the business. In this highly visible and newly created role we will look to you to:

– Accelerate the adoption of Artificial Intelligence across the enterprise through the use of machine learning, modern architecture and software engineering best practices

– Collaborate with technology partners to drive analytics out to our products in the marketplace, giving Travelers a competitive advantage

– Lead teams responsible for challenging conventional thinking and communicating insights to executive business and analytics leadership

Let us help you accelerate your career as we grow our dynamic team, transform our business and shape the future of the insurance industry!

The work arrangement for this position is based on location.

What Will You Do?

• Present analysis, insights, results, and recommendations to executives for decisions.
• Anticipate potential objections and influence executives to adopt a different point of view.
• Take ownership of a portfolio of projects and team of managers and leaders, making recommendations that influence business outcomes.
• Drive teams and leaders to ensure the successful execution of data science strategies.
• Start identifying organizational tension and work to build consensus across the organization.
• Assist in the development of business plans for the portfolio.
• Influence outcomes in the line of business and/or data science community through discussions, presentations, or peer reviews.
• Drive team recruiting, training, and talent assessment efforts.
• Provide guidance and coaching for team members; guide your team to advance their subject matter expertise and to identify future leaders to meet Travelers’ business objectives.
• Support the sharing of knowledge and best practices across the Enterprise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?

• Masters in STEM related field or equivalent
• A deep sense of curiosity to stay on top of emerging AI/ML trends along with the ability to write and understand code. Some level of pair programming will be required (Python/Java).
• 10 or more years of related work experience, including 6 or more years of team leadership experience.

• Industry expertise in statistical modeling, deep learning, software engineering, architecture, research, analytics and agile methodology.
• Industry level knowledge of value creation and business model concepts.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to regularly interact with executives and/or major customers using negotiating and/or influencing skills.
• Subject matter expertise in the majority of external software programs.
• Ability to apply emerging AI/ML techniques to large highly complex work.
• High-energy, proactive leadership with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts for easy comprehension and cares passionately about team development.
• Recognized industry expertise in all of the following: Regression, Classification, Machine Vision, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning and Statistical modeling.

What is a Must Have?

• Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Decision Sciences, Actuarial Science or related analytical STEM field plus seven years of experience or any suitable and equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Heavy concentration in mathematics, including statistics and programming, business intelligence/analytics, as well as data science tools and research using large data sets.
• Additional verification of specific coursework will be required.

What Is in It for You?

• Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
• Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
• Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Life Balance program provides access to professional counseling services, life coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through Life Balance, you’re eligible for five free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist.
• Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.