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UnitedHealth Group

Senior Director, Data Science - NextGen Forecasting - Hybrid in MN or Remote

UnitedHealth Group

Published 14 Apr 2026
Minnetonka, MN, USA
159K - 273K USD Annual
Remote
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

SQL
Python

Key skills

Machine Learning
Data Science
Computer Science
Operations Research
Risk Management
Applied Mathematics
AI
Forecasting
Statistics
Modelling
Optimization
Architecture
Prioritization
Deployment
Interpretability
Economics
PhD

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

Hadoop

Description

The role involves providing enterprise-level leadership for advanced forecasting, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support strategic, operational, and financial decision-making. The individual will lead the design, execution, and scaling of next-generation forecasting capabilities using complex, high-volume datasets. Responsibilities include applying statistical modeling, simulation, and optimization techniques to identify emerging trends and risks. The position requires translating complex business questions into scalable forecasting solutions that deliver measurable enterprise value. Additionally, the role involves directing multiple layers of management and senior data science professionals while establishing governance and validation frameworks.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 15 years of experience in data science and enterprise-scale analytics is required, along with a proven track record of leading complex analytics programs. Proficiency in machine learning, statistical modeling, and Gen AI technologies such as Large Language Models and RAG is necessary. A Master's or PhD in a relevant discipline is preferred, as is experience in healthcare or actuarial analytics environments.

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About the company

UnitedHealth Group

Size

174292

HQ

US

Description

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company with a mission to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. We are 340,000 colleagues in two distinct and complementary businesses working to help build a modern, high-performing health system through improved access, affordability, outcomes and experiences. Optum delivers care aided by technology and data, empowering people, partners and providers with the guidance and tools they need to achieve better health. UnitedHealthcare offers a full range of health benefits, enabling affordable coverage, simplifying the health care experience and delivering access to high-quality care. We work with governments, employers, partners and providers to care for 147 million people and share a vision of a value-based system of care that provides compassionate and equitable care. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission calls us, our values guide us and our diverse culture connects us as we seek to improve care for the consumers we are privileged to serve and their communities. Click below to search careers or join our social communities: Search & apply for careers at careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/ Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/UnitedHealthGrp Follow and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/unitedhealthgroup Follow us on Instagram at instagram.com/unitedhealthgroup More about UnitedHealth Group can be found at unitedhealthgroup.com/

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