Company Information
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Job Summary
The Director, Data Solutions Engineer supports the implementation of strategic solutions for International's iHUB data analytics environment with focus on delivery of Worldwide Data Domains and standardized reporting and analytics processes which will be a primary integration point between International locations and the US business segments. A successful candidate embraces change, enjoys data exploration and working with a variety of technical solutions. They have experience in data architecture solutions, data management principles and an understanding of business analytics needs and tools/design techniques. This position will work closely with US Business Segments (BI, PI and BSI as well as Claims and Ops) and the Country teams (Canada, Europe, Brazil and Multinational) to develop and operationalize International data and analytics products.



Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
Facilitate sourcing data from a variety of different sources (internal and external), preparing it at the 'right speed' for analytic consumption. Incumbents use advanced analytical tools to perform exploratory analysis of data to determine business viability. J

Leverages advanced technology and analytics skills to data analysis practices that benefit business initiatives. This job is a Team Lead partnering with Information Technology within a matrix environment.

Directs daily work activities of a small group of employees. Works with higher level manager to set goals/objectives and provides input regarding performance of employees being led.

This job works under General Direction: Establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work.

Works with complex (type, quality, volume) and unfamiliar data. Connects to value for business. Able to link to systems. Responsibilities include complex data analysis, assessment, and design at an expert level. Leads investigation and resolution efforts for high impact data defects and problems.

Ensures work complies with Travelers standards, processes, and protocols. Identifies gaps, escalating issue to manager.

Develops and applies complex data derivations, business transformation rules, and data requirements. Leads small portfolio of projects or one large project (multiple workstreams), working across departments and business areas.

Utilizes business knowledge to explain technical activities in business terms. Acts as resource for lower level employees working with less complex data. Builds and maintains relationships across the enterprise.

Designs and leads integration of analytic data products and products, including pilots and proof of concept.

Minimum Qualifications
5 years of relevant experience with data tools, techniques, and manipulation required.

Education, Work Experience & Knowledge
Bachelor's Degree - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or Business preferred. 7 years of relevant experience with data tools, techniques, and manipulation preferred.

Job Specific & Technical Skills & Competencies
Advanced knowledge of data tools, techniques, and manipulation preferred. Examples (but not limited to): Big data and Hadoop platforms and languages - SAS, SQL, Spark, Python, Pig, Hive, QlikView, Tableau.

Ability to communicate thoughts/designs/ideas in an unambiguous manner and adjusts communication based on audience. Exhibits active and effective communication skills with team members - including active listening and effective written and verbal communication skills. Effectively contributes and communicates with the immediate team. Able to present complex technical concepts to audiences of varying size and level.

Able to develop business partnerships and influence business priorities through solution identification aligned with business objectives and goals. Able to communicate in business terms and describe data capabilities and concepts in ways that the business can understand.

Able to proficiently diagnose root causes and solve complex issues. Able to evaluate alternative solutions and assess risk before taking action. Has the ability to reach sound decisions quickly and escalates appropriately. Demonstrates ability to optimize the use of all available resources.

Able to effectively collaborate with Project Manager and utilize sound project management practices. Able to manage time and competing priorities. Financial Awareness Able to assess the financial impact of recommended designs/solutions.

Physical Requirements
Operates standard office equipment - Continuously Sitting (Can stand at will) - Continuously Use of Keyboards, Sporadic 10-Key - Continuously

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.
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