Pricing Data Scientist - Remote (EU)
Pricing Data Scientist - Remote (EU)
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Job Description
Who Are We
Wakam is a B2B2C insurance company that designs white-label embedded insurance solutions via its proprietary Play&Plug technology platform serving over 80 partners across Europe. We distribute most of our products through APIs and operate fully in the cloud.
Operating in 32 countries and generating over 900 million in revenue in 2023 with the vast majority outside of France Wakam is a European leader in digital and embedded insurance.
We are also deeply committed to social responsibility embedding transparency and purpose into everything we do.
About the Role
Wakam is seeking a Pricing Data Scientist to join our Advanced Pricing Analytics team. This role sits at the intersection of actuarial pricing and advanced analytics helping us push the boundaries of technical pricing with AI machine learning and automation.
Youll work closely with cross-functional teams (Underwriting Data Product) and have a direct impact on how we price risk improve portfolio profitability and innovate across product lines.
Your Mission
As a Pricing Data Scientist you will:
Design build and maintain pricing and risk models for a wide range of P&C insurance products
Apply machine learning and AI algorithms to enhance pricing accuracy and risk segmentation
Lead forecasting initiatives and align insights with broader strategic and financial planning
Work closely with Underwriting Data and Product teams to deploy models into operational systems
Automate and optimise the model development lifecycle
Monitor pricing model performance conduct back-testing and make iterative improvements
Ensure regulatory compliance and contribute to model governance best practices
Perform market and competitor analysis to inform strategy
Mentor junior team members and foster a high-performance analytics culture
What You Bring
A Bachelors or Masters degree in Actuarial Science Data Science Statistics or a similar quantitative field
5 years of experience in pricing roles within the insurance industry (P&C preferred)
Strong background in machine learning statistical modelling and pricing algorithms
Expert-level proficiency in Python R and SQL
- Familiarity with data platforms like Snowflake as well as managing data pipelines and algorithms in a production environment is a strong plus
Familiarity with AKUR8 or other pricing automation platforms is a strong plus
Knowledge of model governance back-testing and actuarial compliance standards
Ability to embed models into business workflows and live operational systems
Strong grasp of insurance economics and how pricing impacts profitability
Who You Are
Naturally curious and analytical you love turning complex data into actionable insights
You take full ownership of your projects from ideation to implementation
Youre a clear communicator able to simplify technical concepts for all stakeholders
You thrive in a collaborative cross-functional environment
Youre motivated to share your knowledge and mentor others
Youre flexible and adapt well to a fast-paced agile environment
You are fluent in English; French is a plus or youre open to learning
Why Join Wakam
Shape the future of pricing innovation combining actuarial science with AI
Work in a tech-first transparent and purpose-driven environment
Collaborate with an international team building pan-European insurance products
Enjoy flexibility trust and room for growth in a high-impact role
Join one of Europes most agile and ambitious digital insurers
Hiring Process
We aim to keep the process transparent engaging and efficient. Heres what to expect:
Interview with Talent Acquisition Partner
Technical & Manager interview Head of Advanced Analytics
Team interview with the Advanced Pricing Analytics CoE Team
Final Interview with HR Business Partner
Recruitment Agencies:
Wakam has an in-house recruitment team which focuses on sourcing great candidates directly.Wakam does not accept unsolicited resumes from agency or search firm recruiters.
Fees will not be paidin the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired. When we do use agencies we have a PSL in place soplease do not contact our managers directly.
Employment Type
Full Time
