Data Engineer-OPE00016Z
Job Summary
Long−Term Care Data & Analytics Team has an exciting new role available to help grow its Data Science capabilities. This role acts as a key data partner for all Long−Term Care ("LTC") functions (Operations, Finance, Actuarial) to support the growth and maintenance of their evolving Google Cloud Platform data universe. This successful candidate will utilize strong technical skills to improve processes and build and deliver new tools for improving business outcomes.
As a Data Engineer, you will have the opportunity to utilize R, Python, Looker, SQL, Tableau and Alteryx to aid in the development of data pipelines/processes supporting Machine Learning, Business Intelligence and process automation. You will support LTC’s efforts to adhere to Data Governance best practices. You will partner with LTC business functions to deliver data-driven solutions to complex business problems while adhering to data engineering best practices. This role will come with plenty of opportunity to expand upon your current skills by researching and developing the latest tools and techniques in Data Science.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
- Uses knowledge and expertise to influence the organization at every level towards best in class data science tools and techniques.
- Supports projects as Data Science SME; Collaborates with stakeholders to help define data requirements.
- Effectively communicates with project stakeholders by presenting complex or technical concepts in business terms.
- Builds data pipelines and develop model features for Machine Learning projects.
- Supports process automation by leading smaller scale efforts to convert existing processes to Google Cloud Platform.
- Aggregates disparate structured and unstructured data to create meaningful datasets that drive analytical insights.
- Adheres to data governance best practices by leveraging Alation to build data dictionaries for new and existing data sources.
- Maintains and expands capabilities for data testing, validation and quality control.
- Supports data modeling in Looker, our cloud-based business intelligence platform.
- Works independently, receiving minimal guidance; acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience by providing instruction, guidance, and advice.
- May actively partner with other analytical teams across the organization and/or participate in special projects.
- Adheres to coding and documentation best practices
- Responds to and fulfills ad hoc data requests.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship
Typically Manager or above.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Ability to recommend analytical solutions to business problems and execute.
- Strong SQL knowledge and proven experience working with relational databases.
- Experience using R, Python, SQL, and other business−related software.
- Experience with Linux servers on Google Cloud Platform or other cloud provider.
- Practical experience with version control, preferably Git.
- Experience using Looker or other data visualization tools a plus.
- Solid knowledge of core functions of insurance companies and general insurance acumen
- Solid interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Effectively interacts with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
- Solid analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills to effectively resolve complex situations and issues.
- Solid project management, organization and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively and lead teams.
- Ability to solve issues with a sense of urgency; utilizes and manages the available resources to make informed decisions and achieve superior results.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Finance, Statistics, or related field.
- Typically up to two years of related work experience.
EEO Statement: CNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse work culture. M/F/D/V.
Job
Operations
Primary Location
United States-Illinois-Chicago
Other Locations
United States
Organization
LTC-Long Term Care - Finance