Lead Data Scientist

Job description

We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity. At Farmers, we’re not just known for unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us. Join an award-winning, equal opportunity employer, where you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do. Ready to make your mark? Discover our vibrant culture and explore career opportunities at . Connect with us on Instagram , LinkedIn and TikTok , and let’s build something incredible together! Workplace: On-site ( #LI-Onsite ), Hybrid ( #LI-Hybrid ), Remote ( #LI-Remote ) Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered. Job Summary Farmers Group (Woodland Hills, CA) seeks a Lead Data Scientist to apply advanced analytics and modeling to improve business results, leveraging customer information and behavioral data to influence strategic decisions, use innovative techniques like machine learning and data mining, and lead complex cross-functional projects. Specific duties include: take ownership and execute on more complex business challenges involving data science; execute and lead broad projects independently with a sense of urgency; utilize specialized knowledge of consumer analytics including retention models, agency economics, and lead optimization; utilize broad knowledge of advanced programing, complex ETL and specialized modeling methods to execute projects and lead the team through examples of effective technical skills; demonstrate clean reusable code and effective documentation; act as the main contributor to multiple phases of a data science project; utilize influence a strong sense of ownership and contribute to multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously; partner closely with IT, business, and data management/engineering teams to understand, utilize, and improve data infrastructure; advise on complex matters and serves as an objective and transparent partner to drive fact-based decision making; deliver results both individually and by mentoring and empowering other team members; develop presentations and present to all groups and levels of leadership, including executives; manage specialized model deployments via MLOps techniques; partner closely with analytics and IT teams to deploy models/rules in various platforms and lead testing of new solutions; take active role in steering MLOps environment improvements; mentor and provide guidance to team members; and review AI/ML modeling, statistical analysis, and data analysis completed by other team members, providing coaching and feedback. Option to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. Position requires a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Information Systems, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Data Engineering or a closely related field of study, plus 5 years of experience in the job offered, or as an Associate – Projects, Programmer Analyst, SQL Server Developer, or similar advanced data analytics position. Must have 2 years of experience with each of the following: working with database management language SQL; and working with large datasets leverage ETL tools including SSIS. Must also have 1 year of experience with each of the following: working in the insurance industry with related data assets including working with customer data, financial and operational transactional data, quote data, and data on insurable interests; working with predictive modeling and advanced data analytics; working with Python programming; working with business partners to understand the business needs, analytics, and reporting requirements and provide solutions to meet business needs; and develop dashboards, scorecards, and data visualizations to drive performance improvement and support business operations using Tableau. Option to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. Full time position. Apply by submitting your resumes at , Job ID: 35583. . #LI-DNI LIXfarmers1 #nodice #LI-DNP #I- DNI Benefits Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location. Annual rate of pay: $186,026 Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance) 401(k) Medical Dental Vision Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave Tuition Assistance For more information, review “What we offer” on Job Location(s): US - CA - WdlndHills-6301 Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly. Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out and be sure to follow us on Instagram , LinkedIn , and TikTok . 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