AI & Analytics Leader, North America Underwriting

AXIS (AXIS Capital); Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

AXIS Capital is seeking an Insights & Analytics Lead – North America to turn business questions into high‑quality analytics, data science and AI solutions for underwriting teams. You will work in an agile environment with Data Engineers, Data Scientists and Architects to design, test and deliver practical, scalable outputs.

We require hands-on technical leadership with 7+ years in analytics/AI, 3+ years in insurance, and strong SQL plus Python/R skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience translating ambiguous business problems into structured analytical/AI deliverables.
• Strong SQL and at least one programming language (Python/R).
• Experience in cross-functional agile delivery teams with data engineers and analytics professionals.

Responsibilities

• Translate business objectives into data, analytics, data science and AI requirements.
• Prototype analytical/AI-enabled solutions to test feasibility and value.
• Collaborate with underwriting and business teams to ensure practical impact.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data visualization

Agile delivery

Stakeholder comms

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Degree in Data Science/Statistics/Economics

Tools

Git

Jupyter

Job description

AXIS Capital is seeking an Insights & Analytics Lead – North America to turn business questions into high‑quality analytics, data science and AI solutions for underwriting teams. You will work in an agile environment with Data Engineers, Data Scientists and Architects to design, test and deliver practical, scalable outputs.

We require hands-on technical leadership with 7+ years in analytics/AI, 3+ years in insurance, and strong SQL plus Python/R skills.