Decision Science Analyst - Underwriting Analytics

USAA Life Insurance Company; United States; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

USAA Life Insurance Company is seeking a Decision Scientist to optimize underwriting strategies through advanced analytics in a remote-friendly, continental U.S. role with travel. You will analyze complex datasets, synthesize findings, and translate results into clear, actionable recommendations that influence risk precision and growth.

Some on-site work may be required for certain locations. The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, data hygiene, and emerging technology adoption to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in quantitative analytics or closely related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 4+ years in data/analytics within P&C, finance, or related sectors; advanced degree with 2+ years acceptable.
• Strong competency in mathematical and statistical techniques and approaches to drive fact-based decision making.

Responsibilities

• Participates in cross-functional discussions to align objectives and influence solution strategies.
• Applies advanced analytical techniques to solve medium to large-scale business problems.
• Translates insights into actionable recommendations for risk strategies and business decisions.
• Delivers communication materials for stakeholder review and management.
• Uses visualization to present findings to non-technical audiences.
• Gathers and integrates relevant data sources and performs data cleaning.
• Documents methodology, assumptions, validation and testing for compliance.
• Keeps abreast of emerging technologies affecting quantitative analysis.
• Delivers findings that support profitable growth and member protection.
• Ensures risks are identified, measured and controlled per policies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Statistical methods

Data visualization

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative analytics

Advanced degree in quantitative analytics

Tools

SQL

SAS

BI tools

Job description

USAA Life Insurance Company is seeking a Decision Scientist to optimize underwriting strategies through advanced analytics in a remote-friendly, continental U.S. role with travel. You will analyze complex datasets, synthesize findings, and translate results into clear, actionable recommendations that influence risk precision and growth.

Some on-site work may be required for certain locations. The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, data hygiene, and emerging technology adoption to