Data Scientist

Farm Bureau Financial Services; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Bureau Financial Services in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a Data Scientist to apply advanced analytics and statistical modeling to drive decision-making across the organization. You will partner with marketing, sales and agency services to deliver data-driven insights and scalable data pipelines.

The ideal candidate will have a quantitative degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, strong SQL and Python skills, and the ability to communicate findings to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field plus four years of relevant experience; Master's preferred.
• Experience with statistical analysis, predictive modeling, data mining, or advanced analytics.
• Strong SQL and Python skills; cloud-based data platforms experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct advanced analyses and models that support business objectives.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities in customer/agent segmentation, retention, and marketing effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines for analytics and decision support.
• Partner with leaders to translate questions into analytical solutions.
• Present insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

SQL

Python

Communication

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics/Data Science/Mathematics/Economics/CS

Tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

Data Scientist

At Farm Bureau Financial Services, we're looking for a Data Scientist who is passionate about using data to solve business problems, uncover opportunities, and drive decision-making across the organization. This role combines advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and business partnership to help leaders make smarter, data-driven decisions. The position supports marketing, sales & distribution, agency services and client member services through advanced analytics, modeling, business insights, and decision support.

What You'll Do

• Design and conduct advanced analyses, statistical models, and research studies that support business objectives.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities related to customer and agent segmentation, retention, marketing effectiveness, sales, distribution, and business performance.
• Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines that support analytics, modeling, and business decision-making.
• Partner with business leaders to transform questions and opportunities into actionable analytical solutions.
• Proactively identify ways analytics can improve business outcomes and decision-making.
• Present insights and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions.
• Mentor analysts and contribute to the growth of analytical capabilities across the organization.
• Explore new analytical techniques, tools, and approaches that create business value.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a curious, proactive problem solver who takes initiative, challenges conventional thinking, and looks for opportunities to create business value through analytics.

You are someone who:

• Thrives on solving complex business problems.
• Is comfortable working through ambiguity and creating clarity.
• Brings creativity and fresh thinking to analytical challenges.
• Builds strong relationships and enjoys collaborating across teams.
• Takes ownership and follows through on commitments.
• Enjoys mentoring others and helping teammates grow.
• Balances technical excellence with practical business impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, or a related quantitative field plus four years of relevant experience. Master's degree preferred.
• Experience with statistical analysis, predictive modeling, data mining, or advanced analytical techniques.
• Strong programming and data manipulation skills using SQL and Python
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based data platforms preferred
• Experience working with large and complex datasets.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and build effective relationships with business partners.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently, with reliable and predictable attendance.

Why Join Us?

You’ll join a collaborative analytics team that helps leaders across the organization make informed, data-driven decisions. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategy, solve meaningful business problems, mentor others, and help shape the future of analytics at Farm Bureau Financial Services.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship: At this time, we are not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future, such as additional or permanent work authorization. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis. We are not able to sponsor now or in the future, or take over sponsorship of, an employment visa or work authorization for this role. For example, we are not considering candidates with OPT status.