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Data Engineer

Ryan Specialty

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Senior
112k-140k
27 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join our actuarial team and lead various data-related projects. This role is crucial for the development and maintenance of our central Catastrophe (CAT) and Property Data Hub, which will feed into our corporate Enterprise Data Hub (EDH). The ideal candidate will have strong data engineering skills, with a focus on SQL programming and ETL processes, and will be comfortable working with both on-premises and cloud-based systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage data engineering projects within the actuarial team.
  • Develop and maintain a central CAT/Property Data Hub for reporting, analytics, and visualizations.
  • Integrate and centralize data from various source systems and data structures used by our Managing General Underwriters (MGUs) and CAT modelling team.
  • Automate ETL processes to ensure efficient data handling and processing.
  • Create and maintain Power BI dashboards for data visualization.
  • Perform ad hoc data analysis and support data science initiatives.
  • Collaborate with the cloud migration team to transition data processes to Azure.
  • Work closely with the CAT modeling team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; preferred fields include Computer Science, Information Technology, or Actuarial Science, or equivalent work experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering with a Bachelor's degree, or 3 years with a Master's degree.
  • Experience with data engineering and data analysis.
  • Strong/Advanced SQL skills, including SSMS, SSIS, and ETL processes.
  • Extensive experience in data analysis, including interpreting complex insurance data and deriving insights.
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools, especially Power BI.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in the insurance industry, particularly in underwriting management or actuarial science.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly Azure.
  • Knowledge of CAT modeling software (AIR and RMS).
  • Knowledge of unstructured data handling and integration.
  • Familiarity with automation tools and techniques.

Qualifications

  • Educational background in relevant fields or equivalent work experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package including paid time off for holidays, vacation, sick and personal days.
  • Paid parental leave, mental health services, and more.
  • Target salary range of $112,000 to $140,000 annually.
  • Eligibility for bonuses and additional benefits.

Working at Ryan Specialty

Ryan Specialty is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce. They value varied perspectives and aim to create an environment where all employees are valued for their contributions. The company emphasizes support for employee well-being through comprehensive benefits and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 1, 2025
Job CategoryData Engineering
Salary112k-140k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceSenior

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About Ryan Specialty

Website

ryanspecialty.com

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Location

Chicago, IL

Industry

Other Insurance Related Activities

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