Sr Data Scientist - Remote

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Sr Data Scientist, you will act as the Analytical expert and will provide analytic leadership to support Government Program operational reporting and analytics, planning and process improvements. You'll work closely with business leaders to develop innovative analytic solutions, create actionable insights, and drive better decisions and performance to help Government Operation fulfill its mission. Must have experience in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and predictive analytics to lead data-driven initiatives that improve patient care, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. You will own the analytical lifecycle - from data extraction and transformation to AI model development and insights delivery - in collaboration with cross-functional teams. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week. Primary Responsibilities: • Serve as technical and data analysis go-to for Government Operations leadership and operational staff • Understand operations at a deep level, develop metrics and report on critical outcomes • Develop innovative analytic solutions, create actionable insights, and drive better decisions and performance to help the business achieve its business objectives • Support operational analytics, identify, and execute new opportunities for increases in efficiency and performance • Develop queries and models to evaluate results and formulate solutions to drive process & performance improvement • Develop visionary and creative analytic solutions to measure business performance: identify / quantify drivers, risks and opportunities and define solutions to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities • Influence senior leadership to adopt new ideas, projects and / or approaches Competencies: • Self-starter with an engaging leadership style, solid influencing and facilitation skills that will quickly develop relationships across the organization while building a collaborative work environment • Analytic thought leadership with skills in developing innovative and creative analytic solutions to complex problems. Experience tracking, trending, and reporting on metrics with visualization • Solid business acumen and critical thinking ability. Ability to translate business/clinical needs into technical specifications • Executive presence and presentation skill - ability to tell a compelling story in a concise and effective manner to non-technical executives and clinical staff • Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate, identify and diagnose problems and make recommendations • Candidates must be goal-directed, persistent and driven to achieve positive results. Is positive influence on others and deals well with setbacks. Identifies integration issues, removes barriers, and tracks project status to obtain desired results • Detail orientation - getting 'into the trenches' to evaluate all aspects of operations. Pivotal to success will be the ability to take a hands-on approach to getting the information needed and driving effective and lasting change • A leader with solid ability to develop relationships/influence across functional teams that work across multiple business units • Guides and trains junior developers team members to help them grow their technical and professional skills 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. Required Qualifications: • 5+ years of experience utilizing SQL and/or relational database tools • 5+ years of experience in reporting & analysis, data management & reconciliation • 5+ years of experience in using Excel as a reporting and analysis tool • 5+ years of experience using Snowflake, Azure and Power BI • 5+ years of experience working with government programs - Medicaid / Medicare claims and financial data • 3+ years of experience with Medical, Dental, Vision claims adjudication • 3+ years of work experience in a corporate setting, preferably healthcare based corporation / managed care organization • Experience communicating complex findings to non-technical stakeholders and senior leaders • Knowledge of Encounter Claim framework and vendor data • Knowledge of AI/ML frameworks and predictive modeling • Demonstrated analytical problem-solving mindset - the ability to demonstrate key successes in business solutions derived from analysis and deep learning • Demonstrated ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable) • Dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy • Live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with healthcare claims, financial and care management data • Experience tracking, trending, and reporting on metrics with visualization • AI Modernization experience • Basic level of proficiency in CICD process, Visual Studios and Power BI • Analysis within managed care/health insurance industry, government programs and/or finance Soft Skills: • Solid written communication skills with the ability to produce conci