Data Scientist Senior Consultant I

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. 

Job Description

Quantitative Research Team is part of the risk and return group, responsible for overall quantitative investment research and analytical platform for Allstate Investments, striving to provide state-of-the-art research in asset allocation, public and private investing, and risk management.

This role is responsible for developing and supporting quantitative investment systems and applications as part of the Quantitative Research team. Areas of primary focus include design and implementation of quantitative analytical engine, client facing API library and investment applications in collaboration with a broader investment and technology team. A successful candidate will have extensive experience and passion with quantitative analytics, proficient in mathematics, modern data science techniques, SQL skills and solution development and deployment. In addition, candidates should be able to work well in a team, be highly self-motivated with the ability to execute independently. Additional knowledge with cloud computing will be a plus.

This role will be working closely with the US based quantitative research team in developing and supporting quantitative investment infrastructure and applications, signal production, storage and delivery for various investment strategies.  

• Design and implement quantitative database structures, automating robust data operations, data capture, and production pipelines 

• Design and implement Python API’s for quant use cases. Collaborate with other product teams to ensure integration with the library effectively.  

• Develop a robust quant process through a combination of both analytical and software development skillsets. Work with the QA team to set up testing plans. Trouble-shoot data and process problems when they occur and build automatic surveillance to avoid reoccurrence. Along with the rest of the India team, act as the key point of contact for production related issues and provide timely response for resolution during designated hours 

• Participate in projects and monitor product development plan, keeping the team informed about deadlines/obstacles/changes in the project plan 

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience 

• 5+ years of experience in a quantitative investment management or technology environment. Master in Financial Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, and/or other quantitative discipline. Exceptional candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant work experience will also be considered. 

• Passion for asset management, capital markets and portfolio risk management 

• Strong database and programming skills with working knowledge of SQL Server, SQL Query language, Python and Python Frameworks like RestAPI. 

• Deep analytical mind-set, creative problem-solving ability and understanding of financial datasets, cloud computing and big data processing. Working Knowledge of financial market data and products such as Blackrock Aladdin and Capital IQ a plus. 

• Organized and detail oriented, understands the product development and support process 

• A professional, highly dedicated personality, with the ability to work and thrive in an entrepreneurial and team environment 

• Results oriented, organizational skills and team player able to take ideas and feedback in a professional and courteous manner 

• Probes more deeply when confronted with inconsistent or interesting findings.  

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate ideas with multiple stakeholders, including fundamental and quantitative researchers, technology partners, and senior management. Ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms 

• Good project management skills, with the ability to work independently on multiple tasks and/or projects. 

Primary Skills

Artificial Intelligence Markup Language, Business Case Analyses, Data Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Waterfall Project Management

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Recruiter Info

Annapurna Jha

ajhat@allstate.com

About Allstate

Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.  

You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. 

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The Allstate Corporation is one of the largest publicly held insurance providers in the United States. Ranked No. 84 in the 2023 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue, The Allstate Corporation owns and operates 18 companies in the United States, Canada, Northern Ireland, and India. Allstate India Private Limited, also known as Allstate India, is a subsidiary of The Allstate Corporation. The India talent center was set up in 2012 and operates under the corporation's Good Hands promise. As it innovates operations and technology, Allstate India has evolved beyond its technology functions to be the critical strategic business services arm of the corporation. With offices in Bengaluru and Pune, the company offers expertise to the parent organization’s business areas including technology and innovation, accounting and imaging services, policy administration, transformation solution design and support services, transformation of property liability service design, global operations and integration, and training and transition.

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