Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist with a strong foundation in SQL/Python programming, data handling, and data wrangling to work on high-impact projects in the healthcare domain. This is a hands-on role involving advanced analytics, developing metrics and reports from large, complex datasets, and building scalable data solutions like solution workbenches.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong aptitude for understanding business context, generating insights from data, and a proactive attitude toward learning and applying relevant data tools and techniques. A solid grasp of claims analytics, combined with the ability to work in the healthcare space and apply a wide range of quantitative and analytical methods to drive better business decisions, is essential. Experience or interest in Generative AI tools to enhance analytics workflows will be a key advantage.
Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to custom projects focused on claims-based reporting, Patient Journeys, Market Assessment and predictive modeling using SQL/Python.
- Perform advanced data wrangling, transformation, and analysis on complex healthcare datasets, primarily in the claims domain.
- Create data-driven deliverables and visualizations to support customer engagements and business decision-making.
- Partner with Product and Customer Success teams to deliver insightful, tailored analyses to clients.
- Collaborate with global and cross-functional teams to design and implement optimized data solutions.
- Develop scalable tools such as solution workbenches and automated reporting systems.
- Scope, prioritize, and independently handle client requests with minimal supervision.
- Leverage SQL, Python, and Generative AI tools to drive efficiency, innovation, and automation in analytics workflows.
- Contribute to internal initiatives, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement of team processes.
- Mentor and guide junior analysts, promoting best practices in coding, modeling, and data handling.
Qualifications
Bachelors or Masters degree in computer science, Statistics, Data Science, or a related
quantitative field.• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in data science or analytics roles, with a strong focus on SQL
and Python.• Proven expertise in healthcare data, particularly claims analytics; familiarity with pharma datasets
is mandatory.• Strong programming skills in Python, including data manipulation, wrangling, and analysis using
libraries such as pandas, NumPy, and scikit-learn.• Advanced proficiency in SQL for working with large, complex relational datasets.• Comfortable working with large-scale data and able to assess existing processes to identify
opportunities for improvement.• Sound knowledge of statistics, data modeling, and predictive analytics.• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience creating clear, impactful presentations of analytical
findings.• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical
concepts to non-technical stakeholders.• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic
environment.
ISMS Responsibilities
- Comply with information security policies and processes
- Report security weaknesses, events or potential events, or other security risks, to the organization
- Execute all tasks related to information security management system as appropriate
Why we love Analytical Wizards, and why you will too!
- Industry leading products
- Work hard, and have fun doing it
- Incredibly fast growth means limitless opportunity
- Flexible and dynamic culture
- Work alongside some of the most talented and dedicated teammates
- A collaborative and friendly culture with very high employee engagement
Skills Required
- Bachelors or Masters degree in computer science, Statistics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field
- 3-5 years of hands-on experience in data science or analytics roles
- Proven expertise in healthcare data, particularly claims analytics; familiarity with pharma datasets
- Strong programming skills in Python, including data manipulation, wrangling, and analysis using libraries such as pandas, NumPy, and scikit-learn
- Advanced proficiency in SQL for working with large, complex relational datasets
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited PTO with encouraged summer Friday half-days and paid family/medical leave point to generous, flexible time-off policies. The emphasis on work–life balance suggests broad latitude to step away when needed.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision plans are paired with mental-health resources, an EAP, and fertility benefits, with employee-only coverage described as affordable. Together, these indicate a comprehensive health offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Up to 16 weeks fully paid parental leave for primary caregivers (and 4 weeks for secondary), family medical leave, fertility support, and an onsite Mother’s Room are outlined. This demonstrates meaningful, family-oriented support.
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