WHO WE ARE:

Solaria Labs was created by Liberty Mutual Insurance with one simple mandate: to create disruptive innovations that will enable a better, safer future. We pursue this mandate by building and testing experimental new products based on customer-centric research around emerging trends. We've already launched a few products and one company since we started. We also focus on applying emerging technologies like machine learning and telematics to improve our insurance-focused business operations. As part of a Fortune 100 company, we have a lot of data to work with and opportunities to improve the lives of millions of customers! We are growing fast and building a team of innovators who are entrepreneurial, passionate about technology, willing to experiment with the latest open source technologies, and are excited to build new products from scratch.

WHY YOU MAY ENJOY WORKING AT SOLARIA LABS:

The Data Science co-op will support applied science efforts for Solaria Labs in a diverse set of challenges broadly related to public health, safety, and trust. Many of the concepts we develop require novel use of Liberty Mutual and partner data, and the application of current and emerging machine learning techniques to build predictive models and other previously inconceivable product offerings. You will interact with engineering teams to implement your solutions within internal and customer facing software products.

• You want to be part of a collaborative innovation lab: experience both heads down coding time as well as active participation in ideation and product design.
• You like exploring emerging technologies including natural language processing/understanding and computer vision, and emerging trends like insuretech/fintech and the sharing economy.
• You are passionate about building and iterating on software prototypes, thrive in an R&D environment, and have a start-up mentality.
• You may also enjoy building custom algorithms, digging into data for insights, building engaging interfaces and always looking to sharpen your skills with emerging technology or participating in hackathons and meetups.

YOU'RE GOOD AT AND OFFER:

• Working knowledge of data science and machine learning techniques
• Ability to exchange ideas and convey complex information clearly and concisely
• Fluent in Python and other relevant programming languages

LOCATION: Solaria Labs, Boston, MA

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Informatics, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Mathematics or other related technical programs
• Strong technical, analytical, communication, & organizational skills
• Experience with information systems, software applications and analyzing quantitative information
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA

Liberty Mutual offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, specialty lines, reinsurance, commercial multiple-peril, workers compensation, commercial automobile, general liability, surety, and commercial property.