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Sr. Data Scientist (Machine Learning)

Yoh has an exciting, direct hire opportunity for a Data Scientist supporting a leading organization in the insurance industry. This role focuses on developing, deploying, and scaling machine learning models and intelligent automation solutions that drive operational efficiency, improve customer experiences, and support enterprise decision-making. The ideal candidate brings hands-on ML experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.

See below for abbreviated job responsibilities and requirements. If after reviewing, you are interested in learning more about this, or other opportunities, please apply with your updated resume ASAP.

Location: New York, NY; Holmdel, NJ; Bethlehem, PA; or Boston, MA
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation:$150–190K + bonus
Industry: Insurance

Responsibilities:

• Build and deploy machine learning models to automate workflows and enhance business decision-making.
• Apply ML methods such as regression, classification, clustering, Random Forest, and XGBoost.
• Work with structured and semi-structured data including claims notes and customer records.
• Partner with data engineering and MLOps teams to ensure models are scalable and production-ready.
• Translate research concepts into practical applications for underwriting, claims automation, customer service, and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to define use cases and measure impact.
• Support the development of reusable ML components, frameworks, and governance standards.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• PhD (0–1 yrs), Master’s (2+ yrs), or Bachelor’s (4+ yrs) in a quantitative field.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience developing ML models.
• Strong understanding of statistics, probability, and machine learning concepts.
• Proficiency with Python and ML libraries (scikit-learn, pandas, numpy).
• Solid problemsolving skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with software engineering fundamentals (Git/GitHub, testing, logging).
• Background in insurance or financial services is a plus.

Estimated Min Rate: $140000
Estimated Max Rate: $195000.00


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

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