Opportunity snapshot: 

An exciting, Permanent opportunity has become b for a Lead Data Engineer.

The Actuarial Transformation Program (ATP) aims to modernise actuarial modelling tools and systems, many of which are currently maintained through spreadsheets. As part of this transformation, we plan to procure the following tools and solutions; Forecast Modelling, Rate Submission Tool, Volatility Modelling Tool, Analysis of Change Tool, Actual vs. Expected Cashflow Tool, and BI Dashboard reporting optimisation with existing solution. 

The Actuarial Transformation Program (ATP) will enable:  

• Transformation of the APAC actuarial function, advancing our actuarial capabilities. 
• A new holistic tool for short and long term forecasting, budgeting, model office, stress testing and capital modelling. 
• Automation of price setting process and premium applications. 
• Reduced manual work and human error. 
• Empowerment of the actuarial team to generate enriched, data-driven insights and forward-looking recommendations, supporting sustainable growth and strategic decision-making. 
• Increased speed to market and confidence in price and product design. 

The Lead Data Engineer will be responsible for building and managing the data infrastructure and models that support actuarial forecasting, volatility, and rate submission processes. This role requires advanced skills in data engineering, machine learning, and data science, with a focus on actuarial data transformation. 

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What will I be doing?

• Design and implement data pipelines to support actuarial data ingestion, transformation, and enrichment processes. 
• Develop and optimize machine learning models for forecasting and volatility analysis, ensuring accuracy and relevance. 
• Collaborate with Solution Architects, Actuarial SMEs, and Data Analysts to ensure seamless data integration and model deployment. 
• • Conduct data wrangling, feature engineering, and preprocessing to prepare data for modelling and analytics. 
• Manage data storage solutions, optimizing performance and scalability for actuarial data processing. 
• Implement data governance and security protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards. 
• Mentor junior data engineers and data scientists, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. 

Requirements for the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Actuarial Science, IT, or a related field. 
• 8+ years of experience in data engineering or data science, ideally within insurance or actuarial domains. 
• Advanced skills in cloud-based data engineering (Azure Data Lake, Databricks), data transformation, and machine learning. 
• Strong programming skills in SQL, Python, and experience with machine learning frameworks; Experience with actuarial forecasting and volatility modeming 
• Strong communication and team management skills 

About us:

Bupa has a strategic goal of being the most customer-centric digital healthcare organisation, with the use of data as an explicit pillar of this strategy.  

The program pillars include:

• A Customer-Centric Focus - Bupa aims to grow our data products, the data that people have access to and the utilisation of data as a strategic asset that drives our Connected Care, Core Modernisation, and other strategic change agents
• Data Access and Democratization - Ensuring everyone has access to and can understand the data Bupa holds; reducing barriers to entry and make the complex simple for people who want to leverage our data assets
• Support for Access - Help leaders in ensuring easy access to data for people that they work with
• Empowerment - Enabling business people to do their role as owners, stewards, and leaders.
• Delivery & Customer Value First - Treat data as an asset to create value for customers and remove barriers to achieving compliance, risk, or other barriers to value

What’s in it for you?

As well as a competitive salary, a range of Bupa benefits and flexible working/ work from home, you’ll be challenged and encouraged to innovate. You will collaborate strongly with colleagues who are committed to delivering exceptional experiences. We trust, respect and consider everyone, knowing your difference will make the difference.

Other benefits include subsidies on our health insurance, travel, car, home, contents and pet insurance products as well as Bupa services such as Dental and Optical. You can also access a ‘People First’ wellness program which provides a range of services such as health coaches, annual skin checks and flu vaccinations, assistance with nutrition, mental and general well-being guides and product discounts.

You’ll feel happier & healthier working at Bupa.