Director, Data Science

Overview: 

If you're looking for the stability of a profitable, growing company with the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup, we’re hiring. SageSure, a leader in catastrophe-exposed property insurance, is seeking a Director, Data Science. As a member of the Data Science team, you will be leading a team of Data Scientists to do your best work on a challenging and complex set of business problems. You will be leveraging data science methods, including AI and machine learning in an incredibly dynamic and engaging environment. We are looking for a highly motivated, innovative, and agile problem solver. 

What you’d be doing: 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand organizational needs and provide comprehensive data solutions that can be implemented across the company.  


• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of data scientists, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.  


• Deliver innovative machine learning solutions that drive business value and improve operational efficiency. 


• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data science strategies, objectives, and roadmaps that align with business goals.  


• Drive the development and deployment of machine learning models and analytics solutions to solve complex business problems and inform strategic business decisions. 


• Champion a culture of continuous learning and experimentation within the data science team, encouraging exploration of new methodologies and technologies. 


• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and business leaders, to understand their data needs and provide actionable insights.  


• Ensure clear and effective communication of complex technical concepts and insights to non-technical stakeholders, including senior management and business leaders. 

We’re looking for someone who has: 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.  


• 3+ years of experience managing a team of data scientists and analysts in a fast-paced environment.  


• Strong expertise in programming languages like Python, SQL as well as experience with data manipulation and analysis using Pandas, NumPy, or TensorFlow.  


• Proficiency in AWS architecture. 


• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically to develop innovative solutions to complex business problems.


• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.