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Data Scientist

Waggel|Posted 19 days ago

Skills and experience

Role:Data scientist
Other roles:Machine learning engineer
Experience in role:3+ years
Language proficiency:English
Must-have skills:
    Python
    SQL
Nice-to-have skills:
    AWS
    Databricks

Location and salary

Remote policy:Remote
Location of job:Anywhere
Visa requirements:Authorised to work in South Africa or United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland With status of work permit/visa holder
Visa sponsorship:Unable to sponsor visa
Employment type:Permanent

Role description

We're seeking a curious, hands-on Data Scientist to join our UK-based pet insurance company, Waggel. You'll work alongside our Machine Learning Engineer and Data Engineer to help us become a truly data-centric company. In this role, you'll explore our growing wealth of data, uncover insights, and develop early-stage predictive models that can evolve into production-ready implementations.

You'll be performing exploratory data analysis, collaborating with the broader data team to identify high-impact use cases for AI, and prototyping models to test hypotheses. We're looking for someone with 3+ years of experience in data science, strong understanding of statistics and machine learning, and proficiency in Python and SQL. You'll also support our ML Engineer in building production-grade models and work closely with other teams to frame business problems as data science questions.

At Waggel, we offer remote working, competitive salary, and flexible hours. Join us in our mission to make pet ownership easier and more affordable through technology. If you love exploring data and turning insights into actionable solutions, we'd love to have you on our team!

About Waggel

51-200 employees

What we do

Waggel is an insurtech company that aims to simplify and personalize pet insurance. We use the latest technology and best design practices to provide comprehensive Lifetime pet insurance, including dental care, 24/7 video vet calls, flexible coverage, and a dedicated claims team. Since our inception in 2017, we've helped over 100,000 pets stay happy and healthy, and we're only just getting started with exciting plans to deliver even more value to pet owners.

Why Work For Us

At Waggel, we're all about being human. We believe in creating a work environment that is inclusive, innovative, and inspiring. We're a team of passionate individuals who are dedicated to improving the lives of pets and their owners. And with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact in the insurtech industry.

Our Culture

Our company culture is centered around community and animal welfare. We believe in supporting each other and working together to achieve our goals. We're committed to creating a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment where everyone feels valued and appreciated.

Our Hiring Processes

Our hiring process is designed to be efficient and transparent. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. Our process typically involves an initial screening call, followed by an intro, a technical assessment, and lastly, a final interview with our CEO. We aim to provide feedback and make decisions as quickly as possible to respect the time and effort of all candidates.

Perks at Waggel

Remote First
Competitive Salary
Flexible Hours

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