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Senior Data Scientist

American Family Insurance Agency Staff
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Mar 17, 2026
Develops, analyzes and models operational, economic, management, accounting and other organizational data to quantify the competitive performance of business segments, evaluate potential operational changes, and design new approaches and methodologies. Analyzes organizational data to recommend solutions to new and complex problems, develops innovative strategies, quantifies the competitive performance of the organization's operations and/or markets; models and evaluates the potential impact of changes. This position has approval to transfer a valid H1 visa. However does not have approval for sponsorship now or in the future, including for F-1 OPT (standard or STEM extension). We will evaluate work authorization based only on a candidate's current, documented authorization to work in the United States. Position Compensation Range: $113,000.00 - $194,000.00 Pay Rate Type: Salary Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates. This position has approval to transfer a valid H1 visa. However does not have approval for sponsorship now or in the future, including for F-1 OPT (standard or STEM extension). We will evaluate work authorization based only on a candidate's current, documented authorization to work in the United States. Primary Accountabilities Creates business application and modeling framework, for new datasets, and discovers insights and relationships from large/complex datasets through investigative research using advanced mathematical and/or statistical techniques. Explores data using a variety of advanced statistical techniques to proactively identify relationships, create insights and answer business questions or guide future model development. Builds the hypothesis, identify research data attributes and determine best approach to address business issues. Combines business acumen with mathematical capabilities to build complex predictive models to support business objectives. Builds complex programs for running mathematical or statistical tests on data and for understanding complex relationships across attributes. Incorporates findings and provides industry and competitor insights as part of model development and enhancement. Researches and maintains awareness of industry best practices and business strategies. Brings new and innovative ideas and approaches to develop business solutions. Specialized Knowledge & Skills Requirements Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support or service. Ability to work as part of a team and to communicate effectively. Proficiency in programming languages suitable for database access, scripting, statistical analysis, and system development. Understanding of software development best practices including source control, coding standards and testing frameworks. Demonstrated experience formulating, approaching, and solving complex analytical problems using a quantitative, scientific approach. Demonstrated experience working with large, complex datasets using big data technologies and script. Solid knowledge and understanding managing data to scale using data summarization, query and analysis software and tools. Licenses: Not Applicable. Travel Requirements Up to 10%. Physical Requirements Work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Working Conditions *Not Applicable. Additional Information Offer to selected candidate will be made contingent on the results of applicable background checks Offer to selected candidate is contingent on signing a non-disclosure agreement for proprietary information, trade secrets, and inventions Sponsorship will not be considered for this position unless specified in the posting We provide benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. You will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health. We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution, a pension plan, an annual incentive, 9 paid holidays and a paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees). In addition, our student loan repayment program and paid-family leave are available to support our employees and their families. Interns and contingent workers are not eligible for American Family Insurance Group benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination, non-harassment and equal opportunity. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. American Family Insurance is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email AskHR@AmFam.com to request a reasonable accommodation.