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UnitedHealthcare is hiring a Senior Data Scientist to lead analytics for Government Program operations, reporting, planning, and process improvement. The role develops AI/ML and predictive analytics solutions, delivers actionable insights, and supports better patient care, operational efficiency, and strategic decisions.\n\nResponsibilities\nServe as technical and data analysis go-to for Government Operations leadership and operational staff\nUnderstand operations at a deep level, develop metrics and report on critical outcomes\nDevelop innovative analytic solutions, create actionable insights, and drive better decisions and performance to help the business achieve its business objectives\nSupport operational analytics, identify, and execute new opportunities for increases in efficiency and performance\nDevelop queries and models to evaluate results and formulate solutions to drive process & performance improvement\nDevelop visionary and creative analytic solutions to measure business performance: identify / quantify drivers, risks and opportunities and define solutions to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities\nInfluence senior leadership to adopt new ideas, projects and / or approaches\n\nSkills\n5+ years of experience utilizing SQL and/or relational database tools\n5+ years of experience in reporting & analysis, data management & reconciliation\n5+ years of experience in using Excel as a reporting and analysis tool\n5+ years of experience using Snowflake, Azure and Power BI\n5+ years of experience working with government programs - Medicaid / Medicare claims and financial data\n3+ years of experience with Medical, Dental, Vision claims adjudication\n3+ years of work experience in a corporate setting, preferably healthcare based corporation / managed care organization\nExperience communicating complex findings to non-technical stakeholders and senior leaders\nKnowledge of Encounter Claim framework and vendor data\nKnowledge of AI/ML frameworks and predictive modeling\nDemonstrated analytical problem-solving mindset - the ability to demonstrate key successes in business solutions derived from analysis and deep learning\nExperience with healthcare claims, financial and care management data\nExperience tracking, trending, and reporting on metrics with visualization\nAI Modernization experience\nBasic level of proficiency in CICD process, Visual Studios and Power BI\nAnalysis within managed care/health insurance industry, government programs and/or finance\nSolid written communication skills with the ability to produce concise, accurate, stakeholder-ready responses, leadership summaries, and documentation\nDemonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, analyze root cause, resolve ambiguity, and drive work to completion with minimal supervision in a virtual environment\nSolid collaboration skills with experience partnering across operations, affordability, compliance, legal, clinical, technology, coding, and business teams\n\nBenefits\nA comprehensive benefits package\nIncentive and recognition programs\nEquity stock purchase\n401k contribution\nWork remotely from anywhere within the U.S.; hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area are required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week\n\nCompany Overview\nUnitedHealthcare helps people live healthier lives by simplifying the health care experience. It was founded in 1977, and is headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.uhc.com.\n\nCompany H1B Sponsorship\nUnitedHealthcare has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 41 in 2026, 48 in 2025, 26 in 2024, 45 in 2023, 61 in 2022, 60 in 2021, 68 in 2020. 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