Senior Data Scientist — Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 10 days ago
Role overview
At Zurich, we rely on insightful data to power our systems and solutions.
We’re seeking an experienced data scientist to deliver insights on a daily basis.
The ideal candidate will have mathematical and statistical expertise, a natural curiosity, and a creative mind.
- At Zurich, we rely on insightful data to power our systems and solutions.
- We’re seeking an experienced data scientist to deliver insights on a daily basis.
- Serve as data strategist to identify and integrate new datasets that can be leveraged through our product capabilities, and work closely with the engineering team in the development of data products.
- Execute analytical experiments to help solve problems across various domains and industries.
- Execute analytical experiments to help solve problems across various domains and industries. Required skills and qualifications
Main responsibilities
- Serve as data strategist to identify and integrate new datasets that can be leveraged through our product capabilities, and work closely with the engineering team in the development of data products.
- Execute analytical experiments to help solve problems across various domains and industries.
- Identify relevant data sources and sets to mine for client business needs, and collect large structured and unstructured datasets and variables.
- Devise and utilize algorithms and models to mine big-data stores; perform data and error analysis to improve models; clean and validate data for uniformity and accuracy.
- Analyze data for trends and patterns, and interpret data with clear objectives in mind.
- Implement analytical models/machine learning, including LLMs and agentic AI solutions, in production by collaborating with software developers and IT team.
Key requirements
- We’re seeking an experienced data scientist to deliver insights on a daily basis.
- Execute analytical experiments to help solve problems across various domains and industries. Required skills and qualifications
- Five or more years of experience in data science or proven experience.
- Advanced experience in pattern recognition, predictive modeling, and generative AI (LLMs, transformers, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with LLM frameworks (e.g., Hugging Face Transformers, LangChain, OpenAI APIs).
Application process
- Utilize Azure technologies like Azure Cognitive Technologies, Azure Machine Learning, and Azure Bot Services to design, create, and deploy AI-based applications.
- Develop, fine-tune, and deploy large language models and agentic AI systems for automation, knowledge extraction, and conversational AI use cases.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in generative AI, prompt engineering, and autonomous agents. Required skills and qualifications
- Five or more years of experience in data science or proven experience.
- Advanced experience in pattern recognition, predictive modeling, and generative AI (LLMs, transformers, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with LLM frameworks (e.g., Hugging Face Transformers, LangChain, OpenAI APIs).
- Familiarity with agentic AI concepts and frameworks (e.g., AutoGPT, BabyAGI, CrewAI).
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, research-oriented group that has several concurrent projects.
Additional details
- As part of a team of specialists, the data scientist will “slice and dice” data using various methods and create new visions for the future. Objectives of this role
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in generative AI, prompt engineering, and autonomous agents.
- Analytical mind and business acumen. Strong math skills
- Let’s continue to grow together! Schedule: Full Time Recruiter name: Caroline Louis
Notes and original content
- As part of a team of specialists, the data scientist will “slice and dice” data using various methods and create new visions for the future.
- Objectives of this role
- Responsibilities
- Analytical mind and business acumen.
- Strong math skills
- Let’s continue to grow together!
- Location(s): MY
- Kuala Lumpur
- Schedule: Full Time
- Recruiter name: Caroline Louis
Questions about this listing
What salary does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) lists CHF 79'500 - 135'000 gross per year for this position in Lugano. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status.
How do I apply for this position at Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)?
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