Humana
AI

Principal Data Scientist

Humana · KY, US · $172k - $236k

Actively hiring Posted 6 months ago

Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and collect structured and unstructured data sets for analysis and reporting
  • Apply machine learning, mathematics, statistics, and business analysis to transform large, complex data into actionable insights
  • Build advanced models, projections, and presentations to support business strategy and tactics
  • Collaborate with senior executives to develop and drive segment- or enterprise-wide strategies
  • Mentor and guide junior data science talent

Basic qualifications

  • Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in machine learning, computer science, statistics, mathematics, data science, engineering, or a related quantitative field
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience applying machine learning and creating advanced analytics solutions to solve complex business problems
  • 2+ years of project and/or people leadership experience
  • Proficient in Python and PySpark, including libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Keras, and Spark ML
  • In-depth knowledge of machine learning techniques such as regression, decision trees, ensemble models, neural networks, deep learning, clustering, and forecasting
  • Experience in working with high volumes of structured and unstructured data to develop tactical and strategic insights
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, GCP, or AWS)
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a track record of delivering data-driven solutions in fast-paced environments
  • Experience with providing strategic advice and guidance to functional teams
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders
  • Demonstrated success in providing strategic guidance and working with senior executives on enterprise-wide initiatives
  • Experience mentoring and developing junior team members

Preferred qualifications

  • Knowledge of the healthcare domain
  • Experience in e-commerce analytics
  • Experience with NLP and Generative AI techniques and applications
  • 3–5 years of project and/or people leadership experience

About the company

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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