Data Scientist

Waystar, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Education assistance opportunities

401(K) with company match

Pet insurance

Job summary

A leading Healthcare technology company is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to solve data-driven problems in healthcare applications. This role involves collaboration with various teams to maximize predictive modeling and analytic capabilities. Candidates should possess a Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Statistics, or Mathematics and demonstrate expertise in statistical techniques and machine learning. The environment is fast-paced, requiring independent problem-solving and strong communication skills to effectively convey insights across teams.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Healthcare software applications.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with team members across various functions.
• Proficiency in R/Python and SQL required.
• Ability to translate complex problems into mathematical frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Solve technical, data-driven Healthcare problems.
• Conduct analysis and experimentation to maximize predictive modeling utility.
• Develop software solutions to clean and integrate large datasets.
• Communicate insights clearly to business stakeholders.

Skills

Statistical techniques

Machine learning

Predictive modeling

R/Python programming

Data visualization

SQL competency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science

Master of Science in Statistics

Master of Science in Mathematics

Tools

SQL Server

Microsoft Office

Java

Job description

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Designs, develops and programs methods, processes, and systems to consolidate and analyze unstructured, diverse “big data” sources to generate actionable insights and solutions for client services and product enhancement. Interacts with product and service teams to identify questions and issues for data analysis and experiments. Develops and codes software programs, algorithms and automated processes to cleanse, integrate and evaluate large datasets from multiple disparate sources. Identifies meaningful insights from large data and metadata sources; interprets and communicates insights and findings from analysis and experiments to product, service, and business managers. Incumbents whose primary role is technical and focused on data storage, warehousing and systems architecture should be matched to Database Engineering or Storage Engineering. Incumbents whose focus is the quantitative analysis of complex business problems and issues using data from internal and external sources to provide insight to decision-makers should be matched to Business Intelligence. Incumbents whose primary role is technical and focused on designing and building system-generated reports, reporting tools and dashboards for data generation should be matched to Data Informatics. Incumbents whose focus is primarily on experimental design and advanced or complex statistical analysis and modeling of datasets should be matched to Statistician/Mathematician. This is a product engineering role in which employees work with multiple types of business data. Incumbents whose focus is primarily on analysis and modeling of financial, marketing or pricing data should be matched to Finance, Market Research or Pricing as appropriate. May be internal operations-focused or external client-focused, working in conjunction with Professional Services and outsourcing functions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist, who has previously supported Healthcare software applications. The data scientist role involves solving technical, data-driven Healthcare problems using computer science, mathematical, predictive modeling and statistical methods, & knowledge. This person will interact with teams from Account Management to Application Engineering and R&D, to conduct detailed analysis and experimentation to maximize the utility of predictive modeling, analytic and machine learning across Waystar's product line. The role will focus on extending machine learning, predictive modeling, and analytic components to provide up-to-date intelligence to Healthcare providers maximizing outcomes. An ideal candidate for this position can approach problem-solving challenges independently, has a strong attention to detail, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and team-based environment.

• Additional Job Description
• Complete familiarity with various statistical and machine learning techniques including: classification, regression, dimension reduction, clustering, and various multivariate methods
• Complete familiarity with empirical approaches to estimate performance of machine learning models including: hold-out sets, cross-validation, leave-one-out testing
• Understanding of orders of algorithms and how they scale
• Demonstrated competency in R/Python predictive modeling
• Demonstrated competency in RDBMS (e.g. SQL Server)
• Ability to code in 1+ general purpose programming language (C#, Java, etc.)
• Must be a quick-learner with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Outstanding presentation abilities and the ability to communicate with all levels of the Business
• Comfortable working in newly-forming, ambiguous areas where learning and adaptability are key skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Must possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and writing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Detail-oriented
• Master of Science degree or higher in the fields of Computer Science, Statistics, or Mathematics is preferred
• An aptitude for medical informatics is preferred

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Works closely with Application Engineering, Product Management, and Operational teams in designing, experimenting-with, and implementing machine learning and analytical systems applied to design information and user behavior
• Works closely with Application Engineering teams to gather and process data, as well as in surfacing various analytically-based features in core products
• Works on groundbreaking new applications of machine learning and analytic technology to Healthcare, producing quantitative, justifiable results to guide feature planning
• Translates real-world Healthcare problems to mathematical frameworks
• Works with Product Management, Marketing, and Sales as needed to promote sales and to incorporate market and customer feedback
• Data exploration, hypothesis creation (from business and product goals), testing algorithms, scaling to large data-sets and validating results will be common tasks for this role
• Understands, organizes, and communicates root causes of problems and successes succinctly

ABOUT WAYSTAR

Through a smart platform and better experience, Waystar helps providers simplify healthcare payments and yield powerful results throughout the complete revenue cycle.

Waystar’s healthcare payments platform combines innovative, cloud-based technology, robust data, and unparalleled client support to streamline workflows and improve financials so providers can focus on what matters most: their patients and communities. Waystar is trusted by 1M+ providers, 1K+ hospitals and health systems, and is connected to over 5K commercial and Medicaid/Medicare payers. We are deeply committed to living out our organizational values: honesty; kindness; passion; curiosity; fanatical focus; best work, always; making it happen; and joyful, optimistic & fun.

Waystar products have won multiple Best in KLAS® or Category Leader awards since 2010 and earned multiple #1 rankings from Black Book™ surveys since 2012. The Waystar platform supports more than 500,000 providers, 1,000 health systems and hospitals, 5,000 payers and health plans. For more information, visit waystar.com or follow @Waystar (https://twitter.com/Waystar) on Twitter.

WAYSTAR PERKS

• Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable)
• Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match)
• We offer generous paid time off for our non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays. We also offer flexible time off for our exempt team members + 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave)
• Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning access
• Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support
• 401(K) program with company match
• Pet insurance
• Employee resource groups

Waystar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate, value, and support diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Category: Technology/Engineering

Job Type: Req ID: R2991