Data Scientist - Generative AI

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first
 The Data Scientist uses mathematics, statistics, modeling, business analysis, and technology to transform high volumes of complex data into advanced analytic solutions. The Data Scientist work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action.

Growth Analytics & AI within Humana is dedicated to transforming members’ journeys and Humana’s services using technology and analytics. We are looking for a Data Scientist who will be responsible for using mathematics, statistics, NLP, Generative AI, and machine learning to analyze complex data and deliver insights. In this multi-disciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with various partners, including IT, sales, and strategy partners, to positively identify potential opportunities using high volumes of complex data.

This is a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to influence Humana’s vision around member growth and experiences. Our goal is to create an impactful AI solution to improve healthcare experience and outcomes for our members. As a Data Scientist, you will develop advanced analytic solutions, engaging with customers, and creating reusable statistical models and generative AI solutions. You will create reports, projections, models, and presentations to support business strategy and objectives, and communicate insights with leaders (technical and non-technical).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and validate machine learning and statistical analysis using Python, R, SQL, programming languages and packages

• Design Generative AI solutions using Python, generative models like LLMs (API and open-source models), and frameworks (i.e., LangChain, LangGraph, Google Agent Development Kit)

• Develop, maintain, and collect structured and unstructured data sets for analysis and reporting

• Experience in creating reports, projections, models, and presentations to support business

• Interpret and communicate analytic results to analytical and non-analytical business partners

• Partner with business teams to understand challenges, co-create solutions, and communicate AI capabilities, especially generative AI

Use your skills to make an impact
 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with at least 4 years of technical experience OR a Master’s Degree in Math, Computer Science, Analytics, Quantitative Social Sciences, or related analytical field and 1 year of experience

• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and data analysis/data mining tools

• Experience with machine learning frameworks like Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch

• Experience with large language models, transformers, and model providers

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline, such as Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or related field

• Prior experience in healthcare

• Experience in Big Data environment, specifically PySpark and/or Databricks

• Experience in cloud computing, Azure, AWS, or GCP

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills

• Ability to communicate statistical concepts to broad audiences

• Hands-on experiences deploying Generative AI solutions

Additional Information

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

 

$97,900 - $133,500 per year

 

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 01-15-2026
About us
 Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

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