Mercury Insurance · 18 hours ago
Lead Data Scientist – Property Catastrophe Modeling & Geo-Analytics
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$119K/yr - $231K/yr
5+ years expMercury Insurance is a company dedicated to helping people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events. They are seeking a Team Lead – Data Science who will lead a team focused on analytical projects, utilizing data and machine learning techniques to drive business solutions and process improvements.
Insurance
Responsibilities
Direct analytical initiatives, leveraging data, statistical modeling, and machine learning to drive process improvements and decision-making
Work closely with cross-functional teams—including software engineers, data analysts, and product leaders—to implement business solutions
Lead discussions, present findings, and make recommendations to colleagues and management
Establish and oversee monitoring procedures, review results, and identify further optimization opportunities
Collaborate with departments such as Underwriting, Claims, Marketing, and Advertising to understand processes and identify areas for improvement
Provide analytical support and facilitate solution implementation through business or IT processes
Research and integrate new data sources and infrastructure, developing documentation and standards for easy business access
Create and optimize data repositories, reports, dashboards, and automated procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
Respond to ad hoc analytical requests and ensure data accuracy
Leads a small team of data scientists (1–3), providing technical expertise and mentoring
Oversees development and application of algorithms/models to key business metrics, with the goal of improving operations or answering business questions
Identifies projects or initiatives within their area that could benefit from quantitative review
Runs day-to-day execution, code/design reviews, and onboarding for new team members
Collaborates with the Manager on staffing, performance feedback, and strategic priorities
Other functions may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in math, statistics, computer science or other related areas
At least 5 years of experience in data mining and data/statistical analysis
At least 5 years experience with SQL and statistical software packages (Python, R, SAS)
At least 5 years experience working as a data scientist or similar role, with proven track record in data processing, predictive modeling, and machine learning techniques
At least 1 year experience in P&C insurance
At least 1 year experience leading projects in group settings and mentoring peers/interns
Demonstrated solid skills in data mining, machine learning, programming and optimization
Knowledge with cloud-based advanced data and analytics environment
Passion for problem-solving, comfort with ambiguity
Ability to think conceptually, analytically and creatively
Knowledge of working with AWS, GitHub or other cloud-based infrastructure
Solid experience using R, Python and other programming languages
Strong data skills and the ability to work with large structured and unstructured data sources
Solid experience in predictive modeling, general model building, and validation procedures
Solid experience in text mining or other text analytics techniques
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate Company's Core Values
Preferred
Master's Degree (or ACAS/FCAS)
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
Engaging work environment
Promotional opportunities
Education assistance
Professional and personal development opportunities
Company recognition program
Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more
Company
Mercury Insurance
Mercury Insurance has offered quality insurance for personal auto insurance to homeowners insurance to mechanical breakdown protection.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
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Leadership Team
T
Ted Stalick
SVP & CFO
V
Victor Joseph
President & Chief Operating Officer
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