Underwriter Data Scientist - Industrial risks Jobs

Descartes Underwriting

Location:
France, Paris

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

Due to rapid growth, at the core of our company’s strategy, we are seeking to expand our Underwriting team with an Underwriter Data Scientist - Industrial Risks. Upstream, our R&D team aims at developing new and innovative models thanks to state-of-the-art research to help the Underwriting team meet with efficiency and reliability their profitable growth targets. On the market-facing side, Underwriting teams take action subsequently in modeling, structuring and pricing insurance covers to deliver insurance products to both public sector and corporate clients through their corporate brokers in a few days timeframe. This role allows you to gain knowledge of the insurance industry, all while collaborating closely with other internal teams (Software, Operations, Legal and Commercial) and our external partners and in particular corporate insurance brokers in Europe.

Job Responsibility:

Participating in the development of Descartes’ technological platform to differentiate Descartes from its competitors (models and pricing tools)
Being responsible for technical documentation, underwriting authority and governance audit trail, and insurance contracts redaction or analysis
Conducting structuring work, risk analysis and issuing insurance proposal for public sector and corporate clients, in France and the European Economic Area
Discussing business opportunities with brokers to understand client needs and improve our product offering
Maintaining and expanding our broker network in France and the European Economic Area – this involves frequent commercial interactions, visits and participation to forums and events
Working autonomously and pragmatically to make appropriate technical decisions with attention to details

Requirements:

Graduated from an Engineering school or Actuarial school with a specialization in computer science, applied mathematics or data science
From 2 to 5 years of experience in Underwriting or related (internships or/and apprentice included)
Proficient in statistics, probabilities, applied mathematics
Proficient in Python (e.g. pandas, scikit-learn)
Excellent communication (written and verbal)
Fluent in French and English (written and verbal communication) is required
Good command of German is strongly valued
Eager to learn more on the insurance industry
Interested in risk modeling with a focus on data-driven methodologies
Results oriented with the ability to work in a dynamic and multi-cultural environment
Excellent team player with an entrepreneurial mindset
Strong desire to learn and commitment to the organization’s mission

Nice to have:

Skills in machine learning methods are a plus
Good command of German is strongly valued

What we offer:

Opportunity to work and learn with teams from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence
Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.)
Work in a collaborative & professional environment
Be part of an international team, passionate about diversity
A competitive salary, bonus and benefits
You can benefit from punctual home office days

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Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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