Manager, Data Science

Applied Systems, Inc.

11d•$115,000 - $175,000•Remote

About The Position

Transforming the insurance industry is ambitious, we know. That’s why at Applied, we’re building a team that shows up every day ready to learn, willing to try new things, and driven to deliver innovative software and services that make us indispensable to our customers – all within a culture built on values that make us indispensable to each other too. With 40+ years of experience in the insurtech game, we’re not just redefining what’s achievable, we’re creating a place where amazing career moments are made possible. Position Overview Our Data Products Team is hiring a Manager, Data Science to provide technical leadership and guide a team building impactful data-driven solutions. You will play a key role in shaping our data science strategy, driving innovation, and delivering measurable business value through advanced analytics and machine learning.

Requirements

8+ years of experience delivering high-quality, scalable data science solutions
8+ years of experience in requirements gathering and technical design as well as testing and production deployment of data-driven projects
3+ years managing data science or analytics teams, providing feedback to ensure velocity and quality
Proven experience leading applied AI initiatives, including developing production-grade solutions powered by Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI
Experience working with modern cloud-based data and AI platforms (e.g., GCP, AWS, Azure), including data engineering, ML model development, and MLOps in cloud environments
Ability to provide coaching and guidance on data science best practices, machine learning, data engineering, and cloud-based analytics
Technical leadership of advanced analytics or machine learning initiatives
Knowledge of the data science lifecycle, including data preparation, modeling, validation, and deployment
Ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-performing technical teams
Experience with Agile/Scrum practices and tools like Jira and Confluence
Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

Lead a team of data scientists to deliver actionable insights, predictive models, and data-driven solutions that support our business and product goals
Provide professional and technical leadership with impactful guidance, coaching, and feedback
Empower the team with clear goals and a data-informed approach to ensure excellence
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in data science methodologies, processes, and tools
Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, and other Technology Leaders to define, plan, and prioritize data science initiatives
Monitor active projects to manage risks, escalate blockers, and ensure consistent delivery with high quality
Foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous learning and a knowledge sharing
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment on roadmap milestones