[Remote] Senior Data Scientist - Specialty Operations
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CVS Health is building a world of health around every individual, seeking to simplify healthcare. The Senior Data Scientist will independently solve complex business problems, lead advanced analytical approaches, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver actionable insights.
Responsibilities
- Independently solves complex, ambiguous business problems and brings new perspectives to existing solutions across operational, financial, and clinical domains
- Structures and leads advanced analytical and AI-driven approaches (e.g., predictive modeling, machine learning, optimization, forecasting, and emerging AI applications) to address high-impact business challenges
- Partners closely with business stakeholders to understand objectives, constraints, and success metrics; translates these into scalable analytical solutions and actionable recommendations
- Acts as an analytics product owner by defining problem statements, shaping solution approaches, prioritizing workstreams, and driving measurable business outcomes
- Leads development of moderately complex solutions with meaningful business risk and visibility, ensuring rigor, explainability, and operational scalability
- Develops and delivers executive-ready presentations that clearly communicate technical findings, trade-offs, and recommendations to senior leadership and client-facing teams
- Applies strong knowledge of statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and AI techniques to detect patterns, assess risk, and generate business insights
- Uses advanced programming skills to explore, transform, and analyze large and complex datasets from multiple internal and external sources
- Demonstrates strong consulting skills, including proactive problem identification, stakeholder alignment, and the ability to influence decision-making in cross-functional environments
Skills
- 3+ years of analytics experience independently driving end-to-end analyses and initiatives with demonstrated business impact
- 3+ years of data science experience, preferably in consulting or highly cross-functional environments
- Experience in SQL and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau or similar BI platforms)
- Experience programming in Python and/or R for data analysis, modeling, and solution development
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in fast-paced, evolving environments
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Physics, Engineering, or related discipline
- Strong knowledge of advanced analytics and AI techniques, including predictive modeling, machine learning, forecasting, optimization, and experimentation methodologies
- Experience working with large, multi-source datasets in healthcare, pharmacy, or other regulated industries
- Experience designing scalable analytical solutions that move from prototype to production
- Anticipates risks, identifies roadblocks early, and proactively proposes mitigation strategies
- Demonstrates executive presence and the ability to influence senior stakeholders and client-facing teams
- Demonstrates depth in one or more specialized areas (e.g., forecasting, causal inference, NLP, AI applications, risk modeling) while maintaining broad applied data science capability
Benefits
- Eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
- Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families.
- Benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
- Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments
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