Principal Data Scientist - AI/ML
About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming health care. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.
The Impact You Will Have
This position works across the Enterprise to identify areas of opportunities to create process efficiencies, innovate and provide value using advanced analytics and data science. The position will manage complex data and information to provide meaningful results, which influence strategic decision-making at Blue Cross. Responsibilities include understanding complex business requirements, data management and stewardship for a variety of complex data sources, data analysis and the application of advanced analytical techniques, such as building generative and predictive models to create value for the organization.
Your Responsibilities
Lead data science projects to design and implement models and experiments from end to end, including data ingestion and preparation, feature engineering, analysis and modeling, model deployment, performance tracking and documentation.
Act as a mentor to junior data scientists around mature data science practices e.g., readable code, thorough documentation, comprehensive experimentation.
Work with autonomy with business partners to convert ambiguous business problems in clear data science/AI/ML specifications - Use contextual business acumen to convert model predictions/results into impactful insights and provide actionable guidance on risks and limitations.
Work hand-in-hand with product managers, AI engineers, and subject matter experts to ship new models, algorithms and improvements continuously and collaboratively into production and monitor them going forward.
Use combination of machine learning knowledge and contextual business acumen to convert results into impactful insights and provide actionable guidance on risks and limitations of model.
Write narrative documents for model specification and performance analysis to communicate findings and recommendations to teammates, stakeholders and executive leadership.
Required Skills & Experience
7+ years of related professional experience. All relevant experience including work, education, transferable skills, and military experience will be considered.
Hands-on experience in analytics and data science (specific areas of interest include classification/regression, unsupervised learning, time-series/sequence models, NLP, explainability methods, deep learning).
Advanced proficiency in data science tools such as Python, R, Spark, SQL.
Experience implementing predictive algorithms and associated statistical analysis/inference in a data science/ML workflow manipulating both structured and unstructured data.
Strong communication skills and ability to deliver highly technical results to a diverse audience.
Ability to mentor junior data scientists and lead projects from end-to-end.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Master's or Ph.D. degree
Experience with health care data
Experience with AWS/Azure tools
Experience with version control (for example Git Version Control system)
Experience with Generative AI (text/vision) modeling and evaluation
Compensation and Benefits:
Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00 - $170,000.00 Annual
Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401k
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
And more
To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Blue Cross is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Reasonable Accommodation for Job Seekers with a Disability: If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].
All roles require a high school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® of Minnesota and Blue Plus® are nonprofit independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
Apply Now
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming health care. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.
The Impact You Will Have
This position works across the Enterprise to identify areas of opportunities to create process efficiencies, innovate and provide value using advanced analytics and data science. The position will manage complex data and information to provide meaningful results, which influence strategic decision-making at Blue Cross. Responsibilities include understanding complex business requirements, data management and stewardship for a variety of complex data sources, data analysis and the application of advanced analytical techniques, such as building generative and predictive models to create value for the organization.
Your Responsibilities
Lead data science projects to design and implement models and experiments from end to end, including data ingestion and preparation, feature engineering, analysis and modeling, model deployment, performance tracking and documentation.
Act as a mentor to junior data scientists around mature data science practices e.g., readable code, thorough documentation, comprehensive experimentation.
Work with autonomy with business partners to convert ambiguous business problems in clear data science/AI/ML specifications - Use contextual business acumen to convert model predictions/results into impactful insights and provide actionable guidance on risks and limitations.
Work hand-in-hand with product managers, AI engineers, and subject matter experts to ship new models, algorithms and improvements continuously and collaboratively into production and monitor them going forward.
Use combination of machine learning knowledge and contextual business acumen to convert results into impactful insights and provide actionable guidance on risks and limitations of model.
Write narrative documents for model specification and performance analysis to communicate findings and recommendations to teammates, stakeholders and executive leadership.
Required Skills & Experience
7+ years of related professional experience. All relevant experience including work, education, transferable skills, and military experience will be considered.
Hands-on experience in analytics and data science (specific areas of interest include classification/regression, unsupervised learning, time-series/sequence models, NLP, explainability methods, deep learning).
Advanced proficiency in data science tools such as Python, R, Spark, SQL.
Experience implementing predictive algorithms and associated statistical analysis/inference in a data science/ML workflow manipulating both structured and unstructured data.
Strong communication skills and ability to deliver highly technical results to a diverse audience.
Ability to mentor junior data scientists and lead projects from end-to-end.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Master's or Ph.D. degree
Experience with health care data
Experience with AWS/Azure tools
Experience with version control (for example Git Version Control system)
Experience with Generative AI (text/vision) modeling and evaluation
Compensation and Benefits:
Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $135,000.00 - $170,000.00 Annual
Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401k
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
And more
To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Blue Cross is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Reasonable Accommodation for Job Seekers with a Disability: If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].
All roles require a high school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® of Minnesota and Blue Plus® are nonprofit independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
Apply Now