**Resp & Qualifications**
**PURPOSE:**
Identifies and solves business problems by using various numerical techniques, algorithms, and models in statistical modeling, machine learning, operations research, and data mining. Uses advanced analytical capabilities to support data science initiatives. Communicates across product teams and with customers and educates on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and statistical models. Acting as a liaison and interface between analytics, business units and other departments.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**
+ Leads data mining and extraction activities and applies algorithms to derive insights.
+ Uses data to understand the data profile and its limitations and applies it to business solutions.
+ Collaborates with business units to innovate organizational performance.
+ Explores data patterns using existing data science tools.
+ Translates business priorities to data science deliverables.
+ Implements new data products and builds robust and scalable software.
+ Leads/Guides DS on implementing best practices for projects and applies artificial intelligence techniques to achieve concrete business goals while managing limited resources and constraints around data.
**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:**
This position has no direct reports, however, may informally lead teams in a matrix environment.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
**Education Level:** Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field OR in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.
**Experience:** 8 years of relevant work experience.
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)**
+ Ability to work independently without detailed guidance.
+ Ability to communicate effectively and document objectives and procedures.
+ Ability to leverage a variety of data science tools and frameworks.
+ Knowledge in model evaluation, tuning and performance, operationalization, and scalability of scientific techniques.
+ Knowledge of software engineering principles and practices.
+ Proficiency in statistical modeling applications.
+ Proficiency in advanced SQL in multiple syntaxes.
+ Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.
**Salary Range:** $98,064 – $194,766
**Salary Range Disclaimer**
The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilites of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case’s facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
**Department**
Strategy & Planning
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
**Where To Apply**
Please visit our website to apply:
**Federal Disc/Physical Demand**
Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
**Sponsorship in US**
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship
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