Join Humana as a Data Scientist 2 - Make a Difference in Healthcare with Generative AI

Are you passionate about contributing to a healthier world? Join our team at Humana as a Data Scientist 2 and be a vital part of our innovative engineering and data science group. You will work on developing groundbreaking generative AI applications, collaborating closely with developers, ML engineers, and business stakeholders to solve unique problems and enhance healthcare experiences.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Data Scientist 2, you will use your expertise in mathematics, statistics, modeling, business analysis, and technology to transform complex, high-volume data into advanced analytic solutions. Your work assignments will be varied and often require independent interpretation and decision-making.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and contributing to Generative AI initiatives using state-of-the-art LLMs.
• Balancing software development, statistical thinking, and business understanding to deliver effective solutions.
• Understanding department, segment, and organizational strategies and objectives.
• Making informed decisions regarding work methods, even in ambiguous situations.
• Following established guidelines and procedures.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of technical experience or Master's Degree with 2 years of technical experience.
• Experience with NLP and LLMs (Hugging Face, OpenAI, Langchain, etc.).
• Proficiency in Python and PySpark.
• Experience in building applications and deploying products into production.
• Expertise in developing, maintaining, and analyzing structured and unstructured data sets.
• Ability to create reports, projections, models, and presentations to support business needs.
• Strong understanding of strategic organizational objectives and linkages to related areas.
• Capability to make independent decisions regarding work methods.

Preferred

• PhD in a related field.

Why Humana?

At Humana, we value your well-being and strive to provide resources that enable you to thrive. Our benefits include:

• Work-life balance with generous PTO package.
• Health benefits from day one.
• An annual incentive plan and 401K with excellent company match.
• Well-being programs and paid volunteer time off.
• Student Loan Refinancing options.

We are dedicated to continuously improving consumer experiences through Generative AI. If you share our passion for helping people, Humana is the right place for you.

Work at Home Guidance

To ensure effective work from home, associates must have a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps and upload speed of 10 Mbps. Wireless, wired cable, or DSL connections are suggested. Satellite, cellular, and microwave connections require leadership approval. California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota-based associates receive a bi-weekly internet expense payment.

Humana will provide necessary telephone equipment and requires a dedicated, interruption-free workspace to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this full-time (40 hours per week) role is $86,600 - $119,200 per year, subject to variation based on location, skills, experience, and education. This role is also eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.

Humana offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being, such as medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, and paid time off (including holidays, volunteer time, and parental leave).

About Humana

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is dedicated to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers, and our company. We aim to make it easier for millions to achieve their best health through our insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services. Our efforts focus on enhancing the quality of life for diverse communities, including those with Medicare, Medicaid, and military personnel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Humana is committed to employing and advancing all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability