Data Scientist II, IRE

Unum

3.5

(4)

Carlow, Ireland

Why you should apply for a job to Unum:

  • 4/5 in supportive management
  • 75% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 67% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • 67% female workforce, 59% in management/director roles, and nearly 50% of our board of directors are women.
  • Our workforce includes hybrid, in-office and fully remote employees, striking the right balance to support our customers and each other.
  • We offer 8 weeks paid parental leave, maternity coaching, lactation rooms, fertility support, and $25K per employee for adoption.
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    Position summary

    n data collection methods for specific projects, develop sampling techniques, and determine the types and sizes of sample groups to be used.

    • Develop, analyze, and evaluate proposed modeling with regards to experimental design (DoE) and supporting statistical analysis (residuals, variance, etc.)

    • Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information, as well as any factors that could deliver actionable business value.

    • Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or business questions of interest including but not limited to univariate/multivariate analysis, generalized linear models, time-series modeling, and Bayesian approaches.

    • Integrate large volume of data from different sources (including DB2, SQL Server, Web API and Teradata) to create data assets for ad-hoc analyses and larger studies.

    • Apply validation, aggregation, and reconciliation techniques to create rich modeling-ready data framework.

    • Construct and tune predictive models to explain and understand observed events, forecast expected behavior, or identify risk through scoring or clustering.

    • Efficiently interpret results and communicate findings and potential value to influence manager and leadership decision making.

    • Provides support, training and/or mentorship to lower-level Data Science peers.

    • Perform other related duties as assigned

    Job Specifications

    • Master's degree in quantitative field is required, Ph.D. is preferred

    • 5+ years professional experience or equivalent relevant work experience preferred.

    • Programming: Experience in programming languages, such as Python and R, to develop programs for manipulating large and complex datasets data analysis and implementing algorithms.

    • Statistics & Statistical modeling: Expertise using statistical inference and regression. Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms, feature selection, and extraction. Conducts end-to-end tasks from problem synthesis to model deployment.

    • Data Visualization: Transforming data sets, quantitative and qualitative analysis into compelling visuals by creating and editing visual content including maps, charts, and graphs.

    • Data Extraction, Transformation, and Loading: Preferred skills include: Expertise in writing complex SQL queries that join multiple tables/databases. Independently explore databases/tables to identify best data sources to solve business problems developing complex SQL queries with little guidance.

    • Core business capabilities: Demonstrated communication skills, experience in financial services, leadership experience working with senior management and executive leadership, and attention to detail while effectively and independently prioritizing work and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

    • Leadership Capabilities: Viewed as a promoter of change management and leads proof of concept work and prototyping when necessary.

    • Preferred characteristics: Entrepreneurial self-starter, a thorough, results-oriented problem-solver, and effectively works as part of a diverse team.

    What We Offer
    Our size and successful history in Carlow means we can offer you exceptional development and progression, supported by continual learning programs, IT Certifications & third level tuition reimbursement. We offer work-life-balance with flexible working arrangements (including hybrid) and initiatives in support of your well-being. Our attractive range of benefits and reward initiatives includes competitive compensation, 25 days annual leave, paid health insurance, pension scheme, annual performance-based bonus, paid maternity/paternity/adoptive leave, reward programs, and an opportunity to engage with charity and community activities.

    Company:
    Unum

    Why you should apply for a job to Unum:

  • 4/5 in supportive management
  • 75% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 67% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • 67% female workforce, 59% in management/director roles, and nearly 50% of our board of directors are women.
  • Our workforce includes hybrid, in-office and fully remote employees, striking the right balance to support our customers and each other.
  • We offer 8 weeks paid parental leave, maternity coaching, lactation rooms, fertility support, and $25K per employee for adoption.