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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mid-Level Decision Science Analyst - **Company:** USAA - **Location:** San Antonio, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $93,770.0 - $168,770.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Data Visualization, SAS (Software), SQL Databases - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=916115f427490f07 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline; OR 4 years of related experience in statistics, mathematics or quantitative analytics (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree. * 4 years of experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance) OR Advanced degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline with 2 years experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance). * Demonstrates competency in mathematical and statistical techniques and approaches used to drive fact-based decision-making. * Intermediate and some advanced knowledge of data analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and procedures in SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external insights to business problems. What sets you apart: * Working experience with analytical work supporting Core P&C Insurance Functions * Working experience using Python for data analysis * Experience with storytelling with data/ presentation of analytical insights to non-technical audiences * Working understanding of statistical modeling principles and the ability to interpret model outputs to derive actionable business insights. * Demonstrates a desire to continuously learn and refine analytical techniques and business acumen. * US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner ## Description * Leverages intermediate and some advanced business, analytical and technical knowledge to participate in discussions with cross functional teams to understand and collaborate on business objectives and influence solution strategies. * Applies advanced analytical techniques to solve business problems that are typically medium to large scale with impact to current and/or future business strategy. * Applies innovative and scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make 'insight to action' recommendations to answer the business objective and drive the appropriate change. * Translates recommendation into communication materials to effectively present to colleagues for peer review and mid-to-upper-level management. * Incorporates visualization techniques to support the relevant points of the analysis and ease the understanding for less technical audiences. * Identifies and gathers the relevant and quality data sources required to fully answer and address the problem for the recommended strategy through testing or exploratory data analysis (EDA). * Integrates/transforms disparate data sources and determines the appropriate data hygiene techniques to apply. * Thoroughly documents assumptions, methodology, validation and testing to facilitate peer reviews and compliance requirements. * Understands and adopts emerging technology that can affect the application of scientific methodologies and/or quantitative analytical approaches to problem resolutions. * Delivers analysis/findings in a manner that conveys understanding, influences mid to upper level management, garners support for recommendations, drives business decisions, and influences business strategy. * Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Times of (climate) crisis - How and why sustainable software is a must!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/988-times-of-climate-crisis-how-and-why-sustainable-software-is-a-must) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1520-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Kettle and Pot or Peas in a Pod? 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