Manager, Data Science

Calling all AI and machine learning experts!  We have a fantastic opportunity to join our team in Hong Kong.

Artificial intelligence is shaping the future of insurance. Our latest lab is located in the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park to turn this vision into a reality. As Canada's largest home, auto and business insurer, we're here to cultivate the next generation of technology and talent. Together, we're helping our customers protect what matters to them most through the power of data science, machine learning and AI.

Technology is only as good as the people behind it. Every day at work, you’ll inspire and be inspired by the brilliant minds of our greater lab team: actuaries, data scientists, machine learning experts, geomathematicians, meteorologists, software engineers and designers.

Together, you will tackle challenging problems and have the freedom to imagine, research, create, test, and bring innovative solutions to life that will have a profound impact on our business and the needs of our customers.

As our company grows, your career will grow with it.  There will always be an opportunity for you to develop your leadership skills, strengthen your expertise or take your work in a new direction.  Whether it’s leading a new, exciting project or moving into a different A.I. product team in Canada or Hong Kong, your career will always be on the move.

Our Intact Lab in Hong Kong is looking for a Data Science Manager! Are you a leader who believes we are only in the infancy of artificial intelligence? Are you passionate about advanced analytics and Big Data? Do you stay current with the latest trends in analytics and jump at the chance to experiment with new tools? We have the perfect opportunity for you! 

What you'll do here: 

• Manage a team with a mission to set up for success, coordinate efforts and ensure smooth implementation of AI solutions to support the company’s strategic objectives 

• Help to build the industry’s best data science team by keeping our specialists motivated to deliver innovative AI solutions that contribute direct business impact, while helping them grow their careers

• Identify business opportunities and develop use cases to operationalize AI solutions to improve operational efficiencies, customer’s experience, seller’s experience, loss prevention, profitability, etc.

• Collaborate with stakeholders across the company to develop our AI vision, identify and prioritize AI use cases and implement solutions.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science or any combination of equivalent education and experience

• Minimum of five years’ professional experience in an analytical and innovative environment, including at least two years in management, consulting, or coaching.

• Data science enthusiast with a background in a related field, including (but not limited to): Machine learning, Computer science, Software engineering, Physics, Actuarial science, Mathematics, Statistics.

• Understanding of machine learning theory, the predictive modeling lifecycle and software development.

• Previous experience in insurance is an asset.

• Strong communication skills, critical thinking, business acumen, project management and work organization skills. Able to demonstrate leadership success factors within Intact

• Excellent negotiating skills, foster engagement and develop strategic working relationships

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

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