Director Data Science – 2252231

Director Data Science  – 2252231

EMPLOYER: Optum Services, Inc. 

JOB TITLE: Director Data Science

LOCATION: 11000 Optum Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (Telecommuting available from anywhere in the U.S.)

DUTIES: Develop, implement, and operate Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning models; Mentor, guide, and educate engineers on fundamentals of data science, and mentor data scientists; Work directly with business to translate business need into technical requirements for AI/ML application; Utilize Optum’s proprietary Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (Al/ML) solutions and tools to build models and applications that will help on cost savings, better use of data and information, automation of manual tasks, and uncovering hidden patterns on data; Evaluate and assess team members qualification and recommend training programs accordingly; Collaborate with the larger Al/ML community and governance teams across Optum as part of the Optum-wide initiative to regularize the business’ approach to machine learning in production; Modernize the marketing technology and lead acquisition processes; Lead the identification of sales and marketing opportunities using AI/ML models; Track, review and approve the development of the Al/ML model across the company; and Serve on Machine Learning Review Board for UHG, reviewing models for issues with ethical bias, legal risks to ensure the machine learning models are adequate before they are put into production. Travel required. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in the U.S.

REQUIREMENTS: Employer will accept a PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, or a related field and two (2) years of experience in the job offered or data science-related occupation. Position requires two (2) years of experience involving the following: 

RATE OF PAY:  $200,000 / per year

Please apply via careers.uhg.com and search for job #2252231

Careers with Optum. Here’s the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world’s large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life’s best work.(sm)

UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision, as well as matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.