Lead Data Scientist

Humana; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 142,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering force in AI innovation, where you will lead the development of advanced AI systems that revolutionize healthcare. As a Lead Data Scientist, you will collaborate with top experts to create safe, interpretable AI solutions that enhance the quality of care for millions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape healthcare experiences through cutting-edge technology while working in a supportive environment that prioritizes your well-being and work-life balance. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives through AI, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Generous PTO

Annual Incentive Plan

401K with excellent company match

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in research, ML engineering, or applied research.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and data analysis/mining tools.
• Experience leading AI/ML system development.

Responsibilities

• Managing data science strategies and initiatives.
• Leading the development of complex machine learning models.
• Creating reports and presentations for executive audiences.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data Analysis

Machine Learning

Reinforcement Learning

Transformers

Education

Master's Degree

Ph.D. in related field

Tools

Scikit-Learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first.

The Enterprise AI organization at Humana is a pioneering force, driving AI innovation across our Insurance and CenterWell business segments. By collaborating with world-leading experts, we are at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge AI technologies to improve care quality and the experience of millions of consumers. We are actively seeking top talent to develop robust and reusable AI modules and pipelines, ensuring adherence to best practices in accountable AI for effective risk management and measurement. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare through AI excellence.

We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to guide strategic decisions and develop reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. Our goal is to create safe AI solutions that will revolutionize healthcare experiences and outcomes for our customers. Join our rapidly expanding team of dedicated data scientists, engineers, policy experts, and business leaders as we work together to build impactful AI systems.

Responsibilities include:

1. Managing the execution of data science strategies and initiatives, including design, development, and implementation.
2. Guiding and executing strategic decisions in collaboration with data scientists, software engineers, and stakeholders to deliver high-impact AI use case solutions.
3. Leading the development and maintenance of complex machine learning models and algorithms.
4. Overseeing the development and integration of advanced machine learning models into production systems.
5. Designing and implementing monitoring capabilities to maintain optimal performance and reliability.
6. Creating reports, projections, models, and presentations for executive audiences.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's Degree and 5+ years of experience in research, ML engineering, or applied research, preferably with a focus on production-ready AI solutions.
• 2+ years of experience leading AI/ML system development.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and data analysis/mining tools.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks like Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Experience with high-performance, large-scale ML systems.
• Experience with language modeling using transformers.
• Experience with reinforcement learning.
• Experience with large-scale ETL processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.

Additional Information:

Location / Work Style: Remote US.

Why Humana?

At Humana, we prioritize your well-being and provide resources to support your happiness, health, and productivity. Benefits include:

• Work-Life Balance
• Generous PTO
• Annual Incentive Plan
• 401K with excellent company match

If you share our passion for helping people, Humana could be the right place for you.

Work from Home Guidance:

To work effectively remotely, your internet must meet minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with wired or wireless connections preferred. Satellite, cellular, or microwave connections require leadership approval. Employees in California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will receive a bi-weekly internet expense payment. Humana provides necessary telephone equipment and expects a dedicated, interruption-free workspace to protect member PHI/HIPAA information.

SSN Alert:

Humana values privacy. Applicants may be asked to provide their SSN via a secure link if not already on file.

Travel: Occasional travel to Humana offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Pay Range:

$142,300 - $195,700 annually, commensurate with experience and location. The position is eligible for performance-based bonuses.

Description of Benefits:

Humana offers comprehensive benefits supporting overall well-being, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, disability, life insurance, and more.

Application deadline: 05-08-2025.

About us:

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to health and well-being, providing services that improve quality of life for diverse populations, including Medicare, Medicaid, military personnel, and communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Humana does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We promote affirmative action and comply with all applicable civil rights laws, providing necessary accommodations and services.

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