Senior Actuary; FSA - Prophet Modeler

Job Description

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead - our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate - pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better.

Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future - including your own.

We’re actively seeking a talented Prophet Developer to join our Inforce Modeling team within the Enterprise Actuarial Modeling function in Newport Beach, CA or Omaha, NE. This role is open to on-site, hybrid, or 100% remote.

As a Senior Actuary (FSA) – Prophet Modeler, you will lead Prophet model development for all Pacific Life's products and business cases, collaborating with Pricing, Valuation, ALM, Hedging, and IT infrastructure teams.

• Work in a modeling role focused on model development for new and existing annuity, life, and institutional products.
• Perform model development and testing/debugging of Prophet models, peer review changes made by other team members and act as an internal Prophet expert for your colleagues.
• Proactively evaluate and recommend modeling strategies and potential approaches to find solutions that best address business needs.
• Lead model development initiatives that improve and expand existing models.
• Partner with IT and functional areas to develop simple, effective, and innovative solutions to simplify modeling processes.
• Provide guidance and expertise to junior staff on methodology, model implementation, and testing/debugging to support modeling initiatives.
• Support and comply with all Model Risk Management initiatives and Model Steward documentation and standards.

• FSA Designation.
• 6+ years' experience in actuarial modeling and coding.
• Bachelor's in actuarial science, computer science, finance, mathematics or related field.
• Excited to work in a role that involves heavy use of Prophet in context of pricing, valuation and ALM modeling.
• Self-starter with ability to develop solutions by collaborating with multiple business partners.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, and to manage long‑term projects.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

• Excellent communication skill.
• Experience coding in Python, Visual Basic, and SQL.
• Experience working with Azure Dev Ops, JIRA, pipelines, and AWS.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in Prophet.
• Experience with Annuity, Institutional, and Life products.
• Experience with ALM/Hedging.
• CERA/CFA designation.

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• Prioritization of your health and well‑being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.