Lead Data Scientist, Cyber Catastrophe Risk Model

3 weeks ago

San Mateo, United States Guidewire Software Full time

Guidewire-Cyence is searching for a **Lead Data Scientist** to join us on our mission to transform cyber-insurance with the industry's leading cyber risk platform. Cyber is the #1 threat to US national security, above nuclear weapons, and our work here makes a meaningful impact in this space You will report to the Director of Risk Modeling.

**Who We Are, What We Believe, & What We Build**

Guidewire is the AWS of insurance. As the market leader, 540 insurance companies run on our mission-critical platform. Every second, we support underwriters crafting policies and agents settling claims. We believe that making a great decision should not require 100 in-house data scientists. Our products range from cyber risk quantification to potent ML sandboxes. We are a post-IPO company with the vision to redefine insurance.

**Who You Are**

You are a passionate, detail-oriented, and creative problem solver with a strong background in Data Science and Engineering, excited by the prospect of pursuing hard problems and exploring the unknown.

**Responsibilities**:

- ** Develop, calibrate, validate, and stress test probabilistic cyber risk models for the (re)insurance and financial services markets.**:

- Develop and implement methodologies to quantify the financial impact of **cyber risk on single entities as well as large insured portfolios, with a specific focus on digital/physical supply chain-related events.**:

- Develop and implement tools to effectively visualize the potential impact of cyber events.
- Explore different data sources to come up with features and assumptions to enhance our set of probabilistic risk models.
- Integrating/automating modeling processes in our production pipeline to feed our platform.
- Define and implement a globally consistent best practice process for data validation, feature selection, and modeling of catastrophe exposures.
- Champion best practices to design and extend a rapid and flexible modeling framework.
- Communicate results to internal and external stakeholders.
- Engage and collaborate directly with clients on a deep technical level.
- Collaborate with other leaders across the Analytics organization, including Product Management, Engineering, and Client Engagement.

**Qualifications and Requirements**:

- PhD or MS degree in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or similar quantitative disciplines.
- Mastery of deep learning non-parametric models, clustering, anomaly detection, and interpretability.
- 10+ years of experience in statistical data analysis, feature engineering, data visualization, and hypotheses testing.
- True passion for leading, inspiring, mentoring, and attracting world-class colleagues.
- Experience working with different types of datasets (e.g., unstructured, semi-structured, with missing information).
- Proficiency in Python or R, and SQL.
- Experience working with tools such as AWS Athena, Databricks, Apache Airflow, etc.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to think critically and creatively in a dynamic environment, while picking up new tools and domain knowledge along the way.
- A positive attitude and a growth mindset.

**About Guidewire**

Guidewire is the platform P&C insurers trust to engage, innovate, and grow efficiently. We combine digital, core, analytics, and AI to deliver our platform as a cloud service. More than 540+ insurers in 40 countries, from new ventures to the largest and most complex in the world, run on Guidewire.

Guidewire Software, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace, and believe that a diversity of perspectives, abilities, and cultures is a key to our success. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. All offers are contingent upon passing a criminal history and other background checks where it's applicable to the position.

  • Lead Data Scientist, Cyber Catastrophe Risk Model

    1 month ago

    San Mateo, United States Guidewire Software Full time

    Guidewire Software's (NYSE: GWRE) Cyence team is searching for a Lead Data Scientist with Catastrophe Risk Model experience to join us on our mission to transform cyber-insurance with the industry's leading cyber risk platform. Cyber is the #1 threat to US national security, above nuclear weapons, and our work here makes a meaningful impact in this space!...

  • Lead Data Scientist, Cyber Catastrophe Risk Model

    1 month ago

    San Mateo, United States Guidewire Software Full time

    Guidewire Software's (NYSE: GWRE) Cyence team is searching for a Lead Data Scientist with Catastrophe Risk Model experience to join us on our mission to transform cyber-insurance with the industry's leading cyber risk platform. Cyber is the #1 threat to US national security, above nuclear weapons, and our work here makes a meaningful impact in this space!...

  • Lead Data Scientist, Cyber Catastrophe Risk Model

    2 weeks ago

    San Mateo, United States Guidewire Software Full time

    Guidewire Software's (NYSE: GWRE) Cyence team is searching for a Lead Data Scientist with Catastrophe Risk Model experience to join us on our mission to transform cyber-insurance with the industry's leading cyber risk platform. Cyber is the #1 threat to US national security, above nuclear weapons, and our work here makes a meaningful impact in this space!...

  • Lead Data Scientist, Cyber Catastrophe Risk Model

    1 month ago

    San Mateo, United States Guidewire Software Full time

    Guidewire Software's (NYSE: GWRE) Cyence team is searching for a Lead Data Scientist with Catastrophe Risk Model experience to join us on our mission to transform cyber-insurance with the industry's leading cyber risk platform. Cyber is the #1 threat to US national security, above nuclear weapons, and our work here makes a meaningful impact in this space!...

  • Lead Data Scientist, Cyber Catastrophe Risk Model

    2 weeks ago

    San Mateo, United States Guidewire Software Full time

    Guidewire Software's (NYSE: GWRE) Cyence team is searching for a Lead Data Scientist with Catastrophe Risk Model experience to join us on our mission to transform cyber-insurance with the industry's leading cyber risk platform. Cyber is the #1 threat to US national security, above nuclear weapons, and our work here makes a meaningful impact in this space!...

  • Lead Data Scientist, Cyber Catastrophe Risk Model

    3 weeks ago

    San Mateo, United States Guidewire Software Full time

    Guidewire Software's (NYSE: GWRE) Cyence team is searching for a Lead Data Scientist with Catastrophe Risk Model experience to join us on our mission to transform cyber-insurance with the industry's leading cyber risk platform. Cyber is the #1 threat to US national security, above nuclear weapons, and our work here makes a meaningful impact in this space!...

  • Catastrophe Risk Analyst

    1 day ago

    San Diego, United States Explorer Insurance Full time

    Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want to have a voice and feel a sense of belonging? At ICW Group, we hire innovative people who consistently adapt, grow and deliver. We believe in hard work, a fun work environment, and embracing creativity that only comes about when talented people collaborate to develop solutions. Our mission is to create...

  • Director, Model Risk Governance

    4 weeks ago

    San Mateo, United States Visa Full time

    Company Description Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    2 months ago

    San Francisco, United States Glo Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Overview:The Lead Data Scientist will formulate Glo’s data strategy and work with the Data Engineer to implement the appropriate architecture and execute on the strategy. This role will be responsible for enabling data-driven decisions across the Company by sourcing accurate data, building scalable infrastructure, and...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    2 weeks ago

    San Francisco, United States Glo Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Overview:The Lead Data Scientist will formulate Glo’s data strategy and work with the Data Engineer to implement the appropriate architecture and execute on the strategy. This role will be responsible for enabling data-driven decisions across the Company by sourcing accurate data, building scalable infrastructure, and...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    1 month ago

    San Francisco, United States Unreal Gigs Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Overview: Welcome to the forefront of data-driven innovation! At our company, we're passionate about harnessing the power of data to drive insights and fuel growth. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge data science solutions that empower businesses to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve. Join us and...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    3 weeks ago

    San Francisco, United States Unreal Gigs Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Overview: Welcome to the forefront of data-driven innovation! At our company, we're passionate about harnessing the power of data to drive insights and fuel growth. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge data science solutions that empower businesses to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve. Join us and...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    2 weeks ago

    San Francisco, United States Unreal Gigs Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Overview: Welcome to the forefront of data-driven innovation! At our company, we're passionate about harnessing the power of data to drive insights and fuel growth. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge data science solutions that empower businesses to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve. Join us and...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    2 days ago

    San Francisco, United States Unreal Gigs Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Overview: Welcome to the forefront of data-driven innovation! At our company, we're passionate about harnessing the power of data to drive insights and fuel growth. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge data science solutions that empower businesses to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve. Join us and...

  • Research scientist language model data

    3 weeks ago

    San Francisco, CA, United States Strativ Group Full time

    Staff Research Scientist - Large Language Models / Graph Data - Well-funded AI startup - comp range $200-250K cash DOE + strong options package We are currently partnered with an early-stage Startup operating at the intersection of Generative AI & Code who are looking for an exceptional Staff Research Scientist to join the team. This is an incredible...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    2 days ago

    San Jose, United States Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company Full time

    Yoh is looking for a Lead Data Scientist to come in and join our biotechnology client.Industry: BiotechnologyLocation: San Jose, CA (potential for hybrid schedule)Compensation: $74-97/hour (Depending on Experience)Type: 6 month Contract, with possibility of conversion to direct hireJob DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Lead Data Scientist to play...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    3 weeks ago

    San Francisco, CA, United States Unreal Staffing, Inc Full time

    Company Overview: Welcome to the forefront of data-driven innovation! At our company, we're passionate about harnessing the power of data to drive insights and fuel growth. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge data science solutions that empower businesses to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve. Join us and be part of a dynamic team...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    3 weeks ago

    San Francisco, CA, United States Unreal Gigs Full time

    Job Description Job Description Company Overview: Welcome to the forefront of data-driven innovation! At our company, we're passionate about harnessing the power of data to drive insights and fuel growth. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge data science solutions that empower businesses to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve. Join...

  • Senior Data Scientist

    3 weeks ago

    San Francisco, CA, United States Data Masked Full time

    Neighbors around the world turn to Nextdoor daily to receive trusted information, give and get help, get things done, and build real-world connections with those nearby — neighbors, businesses, and public services. At Nextdoor, our Growth Marketing team is charged with driving member growth and revenues from businesses advertising on the platform. This...

  • Lead Data Scientist

    3 weeks ago

    San Francisco, CA, United States Unreal Staffing, Inc Full time

    Company Overview: Welcome to the forefront of data-driven innovation! At our company, we're passionate about harnessing the power of data to drive insights and fuel growth. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge data science solutions that empower businesses to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve. Join us and be part of a dynamic team...