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Are you a Data Scientist looking for an exciting opportunity to make an impact in healthcare? Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) is looking for a dynamic Data Scientist to join our Analytics Center of Excellence (ACOE) — a power hub for analytics that drives innovation and improves healthcare outcomes. This is your chance to be at the forefront of transforming healthcare solutions and making a difference for millions of members!

What You'll Do:

Lead Data Product Lifecycles:

• Take ownership of the entire lifecycle of a data product, from concept to retirement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define problems, integrate the right data sources, and build analytics engines that align with business goals.
• Operationalize analytics solutions that provide actionable insights and directly contribute to quality and affordable healthcare for our customers.

Collaborate & Drive Business Impact:

• Engage with key stakeholders across departments like actuarial, marketing, commercial, retail, and more to solve complex problems with data-driven solutions.
• Help stakeholders articulate their problems clearly and recommend appropriate analytics solutions based on BCBSM's cutting-edge analytics methodologies.

Lead, Mentor, & Grow Talent:

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior data scientists, offering hands-on support to help them grow their skills and succeed in their roles.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality data science projects by managing and overseeing junior team members, helping them navigate challenges, and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Innovation in Healthcare Analytics:

• Work alongside the ACOE engineering and Enterprise IT teams to integrate and implement advanced analytics solutions into production systems that benefit both the organization and our members.
• Use your expertise in big data platforms, machine learning, and statistical modeling to drive data products that support critical healthcare initiatives.

What You Bring:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field (Master’s or PhD preferred).
• 6+ years of experience in data science, with hands-on experience in programming (including Python, R, etc.) and building data products.
• Solid experience with big data platforms (Map/Reduce, YARN, HDFS), query building (PL/SQL, HIVE, SparkSQL), and data visualization tools (QlikView, Tableau, etc.).
• Advanced statistical modeling skills, including regression, decision trees, support vector machines, and neural networks.
• Proven ability to lead data science projects, including working with business stakeholders to define objectives, execute, and iterate.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git/GitHub.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the healthcare or consulting industry is a plus.
• Experience with Databricks and other cloud-based data platforms is preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Experience building data products that integrate seamlessly into business operations.

Why BCBSM?

At Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, we’re committed to providing quality healthcare solutions, and our Analytics Center of Excellence is driving that mission forward. By joining our team, you’ll have the chance to shape the future of healthcare through data, working alongside a talented and passionate team. This is an opportunity to make a real impact while growing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Hybrid work structure with flexible hours and the opportunity to work 1 day a week in our downtown Detroit office (with free parking!).
• Collaborative team environment where your expertise will directly influence business decisions and healthcare outcomes.
• Opportunities for career growth and development through mentorship and hands-on experience with innovative projects.