Senior Data Analytics Lead & Insight Strategist

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 102,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield seeks a senior Data Analyst in Maryland to lead data exploration, answer business questions, and deliver data-driven recommendations across complex data ecosystems.

The role requires strong SQL, Power BI, Python skills and a proven ability to mentor analysts, develop analytical models, and present findings to executives. Healthcare domain experience is preferred, with a focus on influencing business decisions.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Business or related field OR 4 additional years of relevant work experience.
• Experience: 8 years in a progressively responsible analytical/quantitative role.

Responsibilities

• Engages in data exploration using various programming languages, requiring advanced knowledge of multiple database structures.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to glean insights and develop business recommendations.
• Serve as an expert resource supporting data questions from stakeholders and drive to resolution.
• Research and analyze data flow across complex data ecosystems including data platforms.
• Gather business and technical requirements from stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions.
• Produce and review technical documentation to professional standards.
• Lead in the design, development, validation and delivery of data insights for decisions.
• Mentor team members on analytics techniques and practices.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

DAX

Python

Mentoring

Analytical modelling

Storytelling

Executive presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Business or related field

4 years of relevant work experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree

Tools

Git

dbt

Job description

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield seeks a senior Data Analyst in Maryland to lead data exploration, answer business questions, and deliver data-driven recommendations across complex data ecosystems.

The role requires strong SQL, Power BI, Python skills and a proven ability to mentor analysts, develop analytical models, and present findings to executives. Healthcare domain experience is preferred, with a focus on influencing business decisions.