Principal Data Scientist - Growth AI

Humana Inc; Montana; Remote; USD 156,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Humana Inc. is seeking a Principal Data Scientist specializing in generative AI to lead projects focused on enhancing Medicare Advantage membership projections and bid processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in applying advanced machine learning techniques and strong communication skills to articulate insights effectively to a diverse audience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data science, 5+ in AI/NLP applications.
• Proven skills in Python/R and NLP frameworks.
• Experience in predictive modeling using generative AI.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects enhancing Medicare Advantage membership projections.
• Develop algorithms for strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with teams to analyze complex datasets.

Skills

Advanced machine learning techniques

Data analysis

Predictive modeling

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Python

R

NLP libraries (NLTK, spaCy, Hugging Face Transformers)

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

Job Profile

Principal Data Scientist

Job Level

Principal

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

The Principal Data Scientist uses mathematics, statistics, modeling, business analysis, and technology to transform high volumes of complex data into advanced analytic solutions. The Principal Data Scientist provides strategic advice and guidance to functional team(s). Highly skilled with broad, advanced technical experience.

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Data Scientist specializing in generative AI to join our team and lead innovative projects aimed at enhancing our Medicare Advantage membership projections and bid processes. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in applying advanced machine learning techniques, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), to synthesize and analyze complex datasets for predictive modeling. This role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop robust algorithms that drive strategic decision-making and improve operational efficiencies. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering actionable insights from data and a strong ability to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• Educational Background: Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in data science. 5+ years specifically focused on AI and NLP applications.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, with extensive experience in NLP libraries (e.g., NLTK, spaCy, Hugging Face Transformers) and frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch for model development.

• Analytical Expertise: Demonstrated ability to process and analyze large textual datasets, extracting meaningful insights, building predictive models, using generative AI techniques.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear and concise manner to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, with a track record of delivering data-driven solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the healthcare sector, specifically Medicare Advantage, and an understanding of regulatory frameworks and market dynamics.

• Advanced Technical Skills: Experience with cloud-based AI solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure) and familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI for presenting findings.

• Leadership Experience: Proven experience in a leadership capacity, mentoring junior data scientists and managing cross-functional projects that leverage generative AI and NLP.

• Research Contributions: Publications in reputable journals or conferences related to AI, NLP, or machine learning, demonstrating thought leadership in the field.

• Certifications: Relevant certifications in machine learning or NLP, such as those offered by recognized institutions or organizations (e.g., TensorFlow Developer Certificate, NLP Specialization by deeplearning.ai).

Work-At-Home Information

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:

• At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.

• Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.

• Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.

• Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.

• Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.$156,600 - $215,400 per yearThis job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Referral Bonus Information

This requisition is not eligible for a referral bonus.Application Deadline: 06-19-2025

About us

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.