Senior Data Scientist

Company: Newfront Insurance Services, LLC
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Insurance is a trillion dollar market that is fundamental to society, yet it has not modernized - until now.Newfront is building the modern insurance experience.We've reimagined the experience for clients, prospects, and employees, altering the way people create, understand, select, transact, and use insurance. We're changing the approach so that it starts and ends with the client, not the product, and empowering people for moments that matter.Our unique approach recognizes both the vast potential of technology and the fundamental role of insurance experts. We're a technology-driven company with DE&I in our DNA ; we believe people matter most.Our mission is to define the future of the insurance industry, while instilling a high performance culture in combination with living our Work, Love, Play ethos each day. We value balanced lives and are passionate about creating a culture of wellness that results in healthier, happier, and more productive employees, and more successful clients.The Data team is a critical organization at the heart of Newfront's data-driven approach. Our mission is to build valuable data products that enable a novel and differentiated experience for our clients and colleagues. We support multiple key business areas including executive leadership, business insurance analytics, sales analytics, finance, and data-driven product development.This position is a salaried, exempt and full-time role. This is a US Hybrid/Remote role, with the option to work from any of Newfront's offices. #LI-Remote.What You'll Be Responsible For:

• Lead the development of a comprehensive metrics tree to track business performance across the organization
• Conduct deep-dive analyses for executive leadership on strategic business questions and opportunities
• Enhance and optimize our sales analytics capabilities to improve revenue performance tracking
• Translate business goals into well-designed metrics and accurate measures
• Develop and maintain data visualization dashboards that provide actionable insights
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and deliver insightful analytics
• Improve data quality by leveraging existing operational processes
• Support product analytics initiatives and help identify areas for data-driven improvements
• Mentor team members on analytical best practices and data visualization techniquesQualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or related quantitative field
  • 5+ years of professional experience in data analytics or data science roles
  • Expert-level SQL skills for complex data manipulation and analysis
  • Strong proficiency in Python, particularly with data analysis libraries and experience implementing predictive analytics models
  • Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Looker, PowerBI, or similar) or data visualization libraries.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading complex analytical projects from inception to completion, including setting project scope, managing timelines, and delivering high-quality results that drive business impact
  • Experience developing and implementing metrics frameworks or KPI systems
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex data insights to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Experience working in a collaborative, cross-functional environment with demonstrated ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and effectively manage competing priorities across multiple business unitsPreferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    • Experience in the insurance or financial services industry
    • Familiarity with dbt, Snowflake, and similar modern data stack technologies
    • Knowledge of statistical analysis and experimental design
    • Experience with forecasting and predictive modeling
    • Background in business intelligence and performance measurement
    • Active use of AI tools (chat, IDE) as a productivity multiplier
    • Understanding of data governance and data quality management
    • Experience working with executive leadership on strategic analytics initiativesThe pay range for this position in California, Washington, Colorado and New York at commencement of employment is expected to be between $168,800 and $211,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.At Newfront, we are committed to hiring diverse talent and supporting an inclusive workplace environment. If you are excited about a role at Newfront but feel you're missing a few of the qualifications, we still encourage you to apply and tell us about yourself. You may just be the next Newfront team member that we are looking for!Newfront is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Diversity is in our DNA and we believe that creating an inclusive workplace elevates the value we are able to bring to our customers and employees alike. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.If you require reasonable accommodations throughout the application or interview process, please contact us at careers@newfront.com. For information regarding how Newfront collects and uses personal information, please review our .
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