The Hartford’s Actuarial Strategic Modeling (ASM) team is hiring a Senior Data Scientist to enhance analytical and modeling capabilities for pricing, segmentation, underwriting strategies, and portfolio insights in the Business insurance sector. This role involves leading model development from problem definition through monitoring, collaborating with cross-functional teams including Actuarial, Underwriting, Product, Data Engineering, and Governance, and exploring new methods and tools to innovate and modernize existing frameworks. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience developing statistical or machine learning models, a Master’s/PhD in relevant fields, proficiency in Python and SQL, and familiarity with Git and cloud ML environments. Preferred candidates also have insurance analytics experience, knowledge of model governance and monitoring, and the ability to mentor peers.
Skills
Python
SQL
Git
Cloud ML environments
Agile delivery
MLOps pipelines
Model governance
Model monitoring
Data Engineering
Machine Learning
Statistics
Actuarial Science
Underwriting
Product Management
Collaboration
Communication
Technical Leadership
Mentorship
What you'll do
Lead end-to-end model development phases including problem definition, data exploration, and validation.
Develop predictive models for loss, territory/Geography, and emerging claim level needs.
Partner with Data Engineering teams to support deployment and monitoring of models.
Explore new modeling methods, data sources, and tools to enhance analytical capabilities.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers in the organization.
What we're looking for
5+ years experience in developing statistical or machine learning models.
Master’s/PhD in Statistics, Data Science, Applied Math, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, or related field.
Strong proficiency in Python and SQL; familiarity with Git and cloud ML environments.
Ability to collaborate across functions and communicate insights effectively to diverse audiences.
Experience exploring new modeling methods, data sources, and tools.
Market check
Salary context
This
$110,720–$166,080
range sits above
34%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$110,000–$217,300
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$126,800–$190,025
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About The Hartford
The Hartford is a leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits, and mutual funds, serving businesses and individuals across the United States. Industry: Insurance & Financial Services
The Hartford currently has
60 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$126,880–$190,320
across 60 roles with salary data.