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Senior Data Scientist

Verisk
Newcastle upon Tyne
3 weeks ago
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Job Description
Senior Data Scientist - Automotive Claims & Computer Vision

At Verisk, we're laser-focused on the insurance industry - helping our partners make smarter decisions through data, analytics, and technology. As a trusted global leader, we provide the insights that power nearly every stage of the insurance lifecycle, from underwriting and rating to claims and catastrophe modelling.


Our mission is simple: to help insurers understand risk, improve efficiency, and better serve their customers. We combine decades of industry expertise with advanced analytics and cutting-edge technology to deliver solutions that make insurance more transparent, fair, and resilient.


Responsibilities

  • Develop analytic solutions using Computer Vision, Predictive Modeling, and Generative AI to improve claims workflows and vehicle damage assessment.
  • Work with rich datasets including insurance claims, vehicle diagnostics, and repair records.
  • Deliver solutions that are accurate, interpretable, and impactful - enhancing products, streamlining processes, and driving innovation.
  • Mentor analytic interns and contribute to Verisk's vibrant analytics community.

What You'll Bring

  • Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases (e.g., Hadoop, MongoDB, Neo4j).
  • Proven experience in Machine Learning and Computer Vision.
  • A background in automotive, claims, or auto repair - or a strong understanding of how vehicles are assessed and processed in insurance workflows.
  • Experience with insurance tech, vehicle diagnostics, or repair estimation tools.
  • Familiarity with tools like PyTorch, TensorFlow, OpenCV.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 5-8 years of experience, Master's with 3-5 years, or PhD with 0-2 years in a quantitative field.


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Equal Opportunity Employer

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.


All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability. Verisk's minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law.


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