ABOUT US Akur8 is a young, dynamic, fast growing Insurtech startup that is revolutionising insurance pricing with transparent AI.
Since 2016 our skilled R&D team of Data Scientists, Software Engineers and Actuaries has developed unique AI algorithms that automate the insurance pricing process in an unprecedented way.
Our solution is a SaaS platform which allows insurance companies to model their risks 10 times faster, with a higher predictive power than traditional methods, constituting a major game changer for the insurance industry.
Being international by design, targeting all insurance carriers globally, and focusing on more mature markets for faster expansion, we were selected:
CB Insight's Top 50 World Insurtech Companies (2022) Sà¸nr's World Top 25 Insurtech Companies (2022) FinTech Global's Insurtech 100 (2022) FinTech Global's Top 100 AIFinTech Companies (2022) As 3rd best Software Engineering team (Worldwide) in the CodinGame Fall Challenge (2022) LinkedIn's Top 20 French Start-ups (2023) With 31 nationalities within our team, and offices in Paris, London, New York, Tokyo, Milan & Cologne, Akur8's solution is international by design.
Servicing 130 clients across 4 continents and targeting all non-life insurance carriers, we focus on more mature markets for faster expansion.
To get to know more about Akur8, go to www.akur8.com Akur8 is, in all senses of the term, an equal opportunities employer, examining all applications based on equal skills & applying the principles of non-discrimination.
ROLE Insurance pricing is a complex process encompassing statistical modeling, visualizations and team collaboration.
Akur8 software strives to increase efficiency, performance and transparency of the pricing workflow, designing flexible modules and processes leveraging our proprietary machinelearning algorithms.
As optimal machinelearning models should be intuitive, easy to test and analyse - in order to identify errors - our MachineLearningProductManagers conceptualize key features, empowering the actuary of the future whilst simultaneously upskilling and eliminating pitfalls for the end user.
Driving our innovation, the MachineLearningProductManager influences decisions regarding the different components of our product (whether independently or as part of a committee, according to strategic importance).
A cross-functional role, providing a wide range of interactions with various internal teams (Design, R&D, Sales, Marketing), it requires knowledge of how the different parts of our platform interact (something that you'll gain both during your onboarding period and on an ongoing basis).
Furthermore, it involves discussions with our clients, understanding their needs and - as a consequence - our value proposition and opportunities for product evolution.
Over time, you'll gather market information, extract the relevant elements and schedule the planning of product development to the next level, including:
Being a driving force for a whole product section Focusing on the â??why' behind building features, and being able to prioritize Cultivating a product-oriented culture within the company Main responsibilities Constantly acquiring a deep understanding of pricing techniques Designing clean solutions and develop plans for successful delivery Conducting experiments with internal teams and partners Prioritizing and scoping features for internal development squads Animating training sessions for clients, prospects and colleagues PROFILE For this key role within our Product Management team we're keen to speak to applicants that meet the following criteria.
You have:
A Masters degree or PhD in a quantitative discipline 3 years experience in the MachineLearning field as ML/Data Science ProductManager, ML Software Engineer, Data Scientist.
A sound understanding of machinelearning concepts, models, and algorithms And understanding of predictive modeling (prioritizing strategy & planning to build intuitive solutions & processes that answer client needs) Very strong focus on both ML validation techniques (i.e.
performance metrics, model selection, PDP, etc.) and statistical concepts (i.e.
regression, p-values, etc.) Excellent quantitative and analytical skills E ffectively communicates with both technical & non-technical stakeholders / clients.
Quick learner to reach the required understanding of insurance pricing and provide added value to end customers.
Highly collaborative , you're capable of working as part of a team in a dynamic environment Fluent English language skills Bonus skills Experience with additional programming languages such as Python or Bash Strong experience with SQL datastores and their optimization Recent experience on Kubernetes Experience with Azure Important:
You must possess an employment status:
French or Schengen area nationality or a â??carte de séjour' that will allow you to work from our Paris office.
We are equally open to the visa sponsorship of non-EU candidates as long as they are already in possession of their final diploma / attestation of their final academic results.
BENEFITS As a newcomer, you'll be joining a diverse, highly skilled and motivated team, with a strong Tech DNA, colleagues that are eager to share their knowledge and passion.
But it's not all work, you'll also be part of a dynamic team that enjoys spending time together and having fun, including karaoke, team lunches, playing sports as well as the occasional â??happy hour'.
In addition to this, we will provide you with:
Competitive salary annual bonus Hybrid office / home office policy 25 days of paid holidays RTT Gym membership with Gymlib On-site gym facilities / corporate sporting activities Excellent health insurance (including possibility of family coverage) Swile lunch vouchers Public transportation reimbursement sustainable mobility allowance Relocation support Sponsored crèche access Free cafeteria with fresh fruit, drinks and snacks Great office in the heart of the 9th arrondissement of Paris AKUR8 Paris IT / Computing / Software Expérience souhaitée
