Lead Data Engineer (Data Scientist at Director level)

We are a leading financial services provider committed to making decisions easier and lives better for our customers and colleagues around the world. From our environmental initiatives to our community investments, we lead with values throughout our business. To help us stand out, we help you step up, because when colleagues are healthy, respected and meaningfully challenged, we all thrive. Discover how you can grow your career, make impact and drive real change with our Winning Team today. Working ArrangementHybridJob DescriptionJob DescriptionJohn Hancock US Data Office is looking for an exceptional data engineer to lead the discovery of hidden information using our massive data and leverage advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to enable data-driven strategic decision making. This is a Director level role and requires broad knowledge of data engineering techniques, familiarity with predictive analytics, and advanced application of those techniques to a variety of business issues. We’re a lean, flat and experimental team that uses data engineering & analytics to identify and inject high-value insights into business operation. The team works in quick iterations, using cutting edge techniques and algorithms that are best suited for the various challenges, which include but not limited to: sales, distribution, marketing and pricing. This role requires Leadership capabilities but we are open to reviewing applicants with Leadership potential as well.Reporting to the Head of US Data Office, this position will take a leading part in designing and delivering Data Warehouses, Self-Service Tooling, Real-time Streaming and Big Data Solutions for multiple functional areas using modern technologies. The ideal candidate will have experience in a range of the big data space and technologies and stays on top of new development, trends and applies data engineering and science into the marketing and sales organization. Responsibility• Work with cross-functional team members to identify and prioritize actionable, high-impact insights using data and ML/AI solution • Design and build data pipeline for ML/AI that are robust, modular, scalable, deployable, reproducible, and versioned • Manage data infrastructure to source and curate data from disparate sources using appropriate engineering methodologies, computational frameworks and systems; and improve accessibility, efficiency, governance, processing, and quality of data • Identify innovative ways to source & leverage data to support modeling efforts and to scale, optimize, and refactor existing tools and workflows • Subject matter expert to leadership for technical guidance around data and analytics solution design and best practices. • Improve speed to market by focusing on current data needs as well as building out the long-term strategic data solutions using modern data technologiesQualification• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Information system• Strong programming skills; proficient in Python / R / SQL • Proven experience building data pipelines in production for advanced analytics use cases • Experience with big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark or other open source big data tools • Experience with developing APIs to support public-facing web applications • Practical experience with UI development, such as R shiny or Python Dash / Bokeh / Jungle or Web app development with Java / CSS / HTML • Familiar with distributed computing frameworks (e.g. Spark, Dask), cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization, and analytics libraries (e.g. pandas, NumPy, matplotlib) • Experience with real-time data streaming tools like Kafka, Kinesis, Apache Storm or any similar tools. • Practical knowledge of software engineering concepts and best practices, inc. DevOps, DataOps, and MLOps would be considered a plus • Strong sense of ownership and master hands-on technical work • Continuously learn to maintain strong knowledge of technology enablersEvery career at Manulife/John Hancock provides the opportunity to learn new skills and move your career forward. Ready to make an impact somewhere? What are you waiting for? Apply today.About John Hancock and Manulife John Hancock is a unit of Manulife Financial Corporation, a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States, and Manulife globally, including Canada, Asia and Europe. We provide financial advice, insurance and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. Assets under management and administration by Manulife and its subsidiaries were CAD$1.3 trillion (US$1.1 trillion) as of June 30, 2021. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as MFC on the TSX, NYSE, and PSE, and under 945 on the SEHK. Manulife can be found at manulife.com.One of the largest life insurers in the United States, John Hancock supports more than 10 million Americans with a broad range of financial products, including life insurance, annuities, investments, 401(k) plans, and education savings plans. Additional information about John Hancock may be found at johnhancock.com.Manulife is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAt Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.Salary & BenefitsThe annual base salary for this role is listed below.Primary LocationBoston, MassachusettsSalary range is expected to be between$117,390.00 USD - $218,010.00 USDIf you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.Know Your Rights I Family & Medical Leave I Employee Polygraph Protection I Right to Work I E-Verify I Pay TransparencyCompany: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)SummaryLocation: Boston, Massachusetts; Toronto, Ontario; Waterloo, OntarioType: Full time