Humana

Lead Data Scientist

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Insurance, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

A Master's degree and over 5 years of experience in research/ML engineering or an applied research scientist position with a focus on developing production-ready AI solutions are required. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience leading the development of AI/ML systems, experience with Agentic AI System Design, experience collaborating with MLOps and DevOps teams, and proficiency in SQL, Python, and data analysis/data mining tools. Experience with machine learning frameworks like Scikit-Learn, Tensorflow, or Pytorch, experience with high performance, large-scale ML systems, experience with language modeling with transformers, experience with reinforcement learning, and experience with large-scale ETL are also necessary. A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Lead Data Scientist will design AI solutions using Python, computer vision, and generative models like LLMs and diffusion models, ensuring responsible development aligned with ethical standards for transparency, safety, and real-world impact. They will build autonomous AI agents using frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, AutoGen, or CrewAI to support reasoning and decision-making in healthcare. Responsibilities also include embedding AI into Humana’s systems and workflows, partnering with business teams to understand challenges and co-create solutions, and communicating AI capabilities clearly, especially around generative AI, while designing for scalability, reliability, and compliance. The role involves collaborating with engineering and product teams to implement best practices for deploying and maintaining AI models in production, managing the execution of data science strategies and initiatives, and guiding strategic decisions for high-impact AI use case solutions. Additionally, they will lead the development and maintenance of complex machine learning models and algorithms, oversee the development of advanced machine learning models ensuring seamless integration into production systems, and design and implement robust monitoring capabilities. The Lead Data Scientist will also create reports, projections, models, and presentations for executives.

Skills

Python
Computer Vision
Generative Models
LLMs
Diffusion Models
Agentic AI
LangChain
LangGraph
AutoGen
CrewAI
MLOps
DevOps
AI System Design
Risk Management
Scalability
Reliability
Compliance
Transparency
Safety

Humana

Health insurance provider for seniors and military

About Humana

Humana provides health and well-being services, focusing on Medicare Advantage plans for seniors, military personnel, and communities. Their plans include HMO, PPO, and PFFS options, designed to improve health outcomes through comprehensive and flexible coverage. Humana's revenue comes from government contracts and member premiums, and they aim to maintain high renewal rates by offering quality service and competitive benefits. The company stands out by fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging among its employees, while also ensuring accessibility for all members, including offering free language interpreter services. Humana's goal is to deliver value to its members through an extensive provider network and innovative health solutions.

Louisville, KentuckyHeadquarters
1961Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Potential over-reliance on AI could disrupt operations if systems fail or are compromised.
Rising medical costs and tightening Medicare reimbursements may strain financial performance.
Leadership change with new CEO Jim Rechtin could lead to strategic disruptions.

Differentiation

Humana is a leader in Medicare Advantage plans, focusing on seniors and military personnel.
The company emphasizes inclusivity, offering free language interpreter services for accessibility.
Humana leverages AI and cloud technologies through a partnership with Google Cloud.

Upsides

Humana's investment in Healthpilot enhances digital enrollment for Medicare options.
The company is the first insurer to cover TMS therapy for adolescent depression.
Humana's focus on value-based care aims to improve outcomes for kidney disease patients.

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