Director, Data Science

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, Data science techniques, Leadership Skill, Machine learning techniques

Job Description

Data Science is a driver of significant competitive advantage for Kemper and is critical to the organization’s success. The Kemper Auto team has an immediate need for a talented Data Science leader. This individual is responsible for leading a team of data scientists and resident data engineers to develop Data Science capabilities to support various business needs in a portfolio and maintaining strong partnership between data science and target business areas to accelerate adoption of analytical solutions through different maturity stages. Provides coaching and mentoring to junior analysts in the data scientist community.

Position Responsibilities:

• Leads cross functional discussion with respect to leveraging Data Science capabilities to solve various business problems.
• Supervises a diverse team of data scientists and data engineers to deliver analytical solutions in a portfolio to support the organization.
• Presents analytical insights, results, and suggests business recommendations to external business partners and senior leadership teams.
• Leads Data Science model governance process including planning, documentation, and reviews through model development stages.
• Leads, attracts, and develops a high performing analytic team, including coaching, mentoring, and recruiting junior data scientists. Leads training sessions on statistical modeling and AI/ML technique.

Position Qualifications:

• Graduate Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, or other STEM fields with 10+ years’ experience in insurance industry or related industry in a data science/predictive environment.
• PhD in Mathematics, Engineering, or other STEM fields preferred with 8+ years’ experience in insurance industry or related industry in a data science/predictive environment.
• 4+ years of proven experience leading an analytic team.
• At least 10 years of firsthand experience with Statistical Modeling and various AI/ML platforms
• Sponsorship is not accepted for this opportunity
• This position is a remote role and can be worked from any US-based home.
• The range for this position is $130,800 to $225,600. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. This job is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.) 

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper is focused on expanding our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to align with our vision, mission, and guiding principles. Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.