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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Data Scientist, Stars Analytics - **Company:** Humana Inc. - **Location:** Cheyenne, WY, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $142,300.0 - $195,700.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Semi-structured Data, Virtual Agents, Databricks - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g7r5lj ## About the Role + 5+ years of relevant work experience + 2 or more years project leadership experience + Experience with one of both of the following programming languages: Python and/or R + Previous or current consultant background experience + Demonstrated ability to articulate ideas effectively and communicate clearly in both written and oral forms to stakeholders and executive team + Experience in using mathematics, statistics, modeling, business analysis, and technology to transform high volumes of complex data into advanced analytic solutions + Successful demonstrated experience in working on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial + Experience in developing, maintaining, and collecting structured and unstructured data sets for analysis and reporting + Experience in creating reports, projections, models, and presentations to support business + Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks + Ability to works under minimal supervision, using independent judgment + Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences Preferred Qualifications + Master's Degree or higher-level education + Experience with Healthcare and Medicare Stars + Fluency with AI or Agentic AI + Experience using Databricks + Candidates who reside or are within close commuting distance to Louisville, KY ## Description The Lead Data Scientist uses mathematics, statistics, modeling, business analysis, and technology to transform high volumes of complex data into advanced analytic solutions. The Lead Data Scientist works on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial. The Lead Data Scientist develops, maintains, and collects structured and unstructured data sets for analysis and reporting. They will create reports, projections, models, and presentations to support business strategy and tactics. They will advise executives to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance. They will exercise independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks and works under minimal supervision. They will use independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors and determining the best course of action. The Lead Data Scientist designs predictive models and forecasting capabilities to estimate measure-level and contract-level Star Rating performance. This role drives the maintenance and enhancement of existing forecasting models, while also identifying opportunities for the team to advance what we deliver associated with Star Rating forecasts and make the connection to action simpler for teammates and leaders., + 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. As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule. Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from Humana@myworkday.com with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana's secure website. Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required. 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