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# Data Scientist

- **Company:** Unitedhealth Group Inc
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $91,700.0 - $163,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Logic, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, SQL Databases, Text Mining, Cloud Platform System, Snowflake, Data Strategy, Pyspark, Data Analytics, Machine Learning Operations, Databricks
- **Published:** September 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/cc8cf3bf-8645-4f49-b7c3-b854704e273b

## About the Role

* 3+ years of professional experience developing analytical solutions using techniques such as machine learning, text mining/analysis, simulations, hypothesis testing, etc.
 * 3+ years of professional experience with SQL, Python, PySpark and large-scale cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks)
 * 1+ years of experience leveraging AI/ML tools and technologies to drive workflow automation, accelerate development, and enhance analytical capabilities
 * Demonstrated ability to translate analytical logic into scalable, production-ready solutions
 * Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with Medicare Advantage Products or the healthcare industry
 * Experience building and supporting analytical products and measurement frameworks in business environments
 * Solid relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders and operational teams to drive alignment and outcomes
 * Solid communication skills, with the ability to present program objectives, methodologies, analytical findings, and performance to diverse audiences

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

## Description

KMM Capability Development

 * Design and implement prioritization logic, measure enhancements, and next best action (NBA) improvements
 * Translate analytical models and business logic into scalable production solutions

Advanced Analytics & Modeling

 * Develop, validate, and optimize analytical frameworks and scoring methodologies
 * Conduct exploratory analysis, feature development, and model performance evaluation
 * Apply innovative analytical techniques to improve provider engagement and quality outcomes

End-to-End Delivery

 * Own full development lifecycle: problem definition - analysis - model development - validation - implementation support - monitoring

Cross-Functional Collaboration

 * Partner with data, analytics, BI and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions
 * Translate complex analytical findings into actionable business recommendations
 * Align solutions with enterprise data strategy and downstream use cases

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

 * Drive continuous improvement of KMM products and analytics capabilities
 * Identify opportunities to enhance methodologies, prioritization approaches, and performance measurement
 * Integrate new data sources, analytical techniques, and emerging technologies
 * Promote analytical best practices, standardization, and knowledge sharing

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.


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