Business Analyst III - Payment Integrity Datamining
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Business Analyst III - Payment Intergrity Datamining Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
Carelon Payment Integrity is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Insights, formerly Payment Integrity, is determined to recover, eliminate and prevent unnecessary medical-expense spending.
The Business Analyst III will be responsible for serving as the liaison between the business and IT in translating complex business needs into application software.
How you will make an impact:
* Analyzes complex end user needs to determine optimal means of meeting those needs Determines specific business application software requirements to address complex business needs
* Develops project plans and identifies and coordinates resources, involving those outside the unit
* Works with programming staff to ensure requirements will be incorporated into system design and testing
* Acts as a resource to users of the software to address questions/issues
* May provide direction and guidance to team members and serves as an expert for the team
* Generate and refine creative recovery strategies that enhance our organization's resilience through ideation of concepts, ensuring we are prepared and adaptable in the face of challenges.
* Work closely with subject matter experts to develop and prioritize business requirements, driving initiatives that align with our strategic goals and meet the needs of our stakeholders.
* Conduct thorough testing of processes and tools to ensure they meet high-quality standards and effectively support our business operations, contributing to overall efficiency and success.
Minimum Requirements:
* Requires a BA/BS and minimum of 5 years business analysis experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:
* Comprehensive understanding of healthcare payer systems, claims processes, and coding practices preferred.
* Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing complex data and creating clear, detailed documentation strongly preferred.
* Exceptional ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, ensuring alignment and collaboration preferred.
* Proven track record of adapting to changing environments, effectively managing multiple tasks, and taking initiative preferred.
* Commitment to fostering a team environment characterized by transparency, adaptability, and a willingness to give and receive feedback desired.
If this job is assigned to any Government Business Division entity, the applicant and incumbent fall under a 'sensitive position' work designation and may be subject to additional requirements beyond those associates outside Government Business Divisions.
Requirements include but are not limited to more stringent and frequent background checks and/or government clearances, segregation of duties principles, role specific training, monitoring of daily job functions, and sensitive data handling instructions
Associates in these jobs must follow the specific policies, procedures, guidelines, etc
as stated by the Government Business Division in which they are employed.
Job Level:
Non-Management Exempt
Workshift:
1st Shift (United States of America)
Job Family:
BSP > Business Support
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact ******************************************** for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Business Data Analyst
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Role : Business Data Analyst Interview Mode: Face to Face Interview followed by Virtual (Video) interview ABOUT THE ROLE The Virginia Retirement System(VRS) Data Office team is seeking one (1) senior Business Data Analyst with strong problem solving, organizational, and communication skills. This role will be expected to collaborate with the Data Office, Business, IT and other stakeholders and play an active role in the Data Quality Enhancement initiative. The individual is expected to be a self-starter who is comfortable prioritizing and effectively managing their daily workload.
The role will be involved in enhancing data governance, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with stakeholders across departments to analyze, design and deliver data driven solutions.
The ideal candidate has expertise in business data analysis, excels at communicating technical information to non-technical audiences, and ability to leverage tools like SQL, Power BI, and Tableau.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
·Work effectively with business process owners and data owners to ensure data related business objectives are understood and documented.
·Gather, evaluate and document requirements related to data for new systems or enhancements based on business user input, technical requirements and constraints.
·Manage multiple projects, timelines, and priorities.
·Support individual team members in the data office as well as various business units by designing customizable tabular or visual reports with available tools.
Data Analysis
·Develop innovative data strategies for meeting business requirements, including leveraging the capabilities of existing technology tools or acquiring/developing new technology tools.
·Design data-focused automated and manual solutions to solve business problems and achieve business objectives.
·Structure large data sets to find usable information.
·Collaborate with various business and technology teams to collect and analyze data.
·Create reports and visualizations for internal teams and stakeholders.
·Perform assessments, make sound recommendations, and present findings to ensure VRS is procuring or building the most effective value-added solutions.
·Create presentations and reports based on recommendations and findings.
·Prepare reports, flowcharts, diagrams, detailed documentation and other written materials.
·Present findings through various written and verbal communication channels with key users and agency executives.
Data Office Support
·Serve as subject matter expert on Data Analytics.
·Act as a liaison between the business teams and IT teams for data related initiatives.
·Participate and assist with the VRS Change Management Process to ensure all activities flow through change management (documentation, test plans, approvals, etc.).
·Manage risk and provide timely status reports and project updates to stakeholders.
Provide cross-team support when needed to achieve technical goals, knowledge sharing,
·Agency Performance Outcomes (APOs) and operational measures (OMs).
·Participate in software/hardware security reviews and implements best practices for the Data Office.
·Establish KPIs in coordination with business units to measure the effectiveness of business decisions.
·Perform special projects as assigned.
·Other duties may be assigned.
Required Skills and Experience
·Five years' experience working in data analysis, business analysis, data science, data warehousing in Pensions Benefit management, or related industry
·Experience working in an Agile development environment.
·Ability to work independently and as part of a team that includes business and technical stakeholders.
·Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
·Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Desired Skills
·Three or more years' experience designing dashboards and reports using BI tools such as, Power BI and/or Tableau.
·Strong SQL skills for querying and analyzing data.
·Knowledge in Excel, DAX, Python.
·Software development background.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred and 5+ years' experience with technology or data organizations required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
This will be a contract position starting with a period of at least 6 months. To be effective, this resource would need to be available within the next 6 weeks. VRS desires to interview proposed individuals before final approval.
The individual will follow the VRS Hybrid work schedule including 2 days onsite per week (Tuesday and Wednesday). The individual may also be called to be onsite for critical meetings and data related discussions. Onsite work will be at the VRS central office at 1200 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219
Auto-ApplyBusiness Analyst III - Payment Integrity Datamining
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Business Analyst III - Payment Intergrity Datamining
Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
Carelon Payment Integrity is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Insights, formerly Payment Integrity, is determined to recover, eliminate and prevent unnecessary medical-expense spending.
The Business Analyst III will be responsible for serving as the liaison between the business and IT in translating complex business needs into application software.
How you will make an impact:
Analyzes complex end user needs to determine optimal means of meeting those needs Determines specific business application software requirements to address complex business needs
Develops project plans and identifies and coordinates resources, involving those outside the unit
Works with programming staff to ensure requirements will be incorporated into system design and testing
Acts as a resource to users of the software to address questions/issues
May provide direction and guidance to team members and serves as an expert for the team
Generate and refine creative recovery strategies that enhance our organization's resilience through ideation of concepts, ensuring we are prepared and adaptable in the face of challenges.
Work closely with subject matter experts to develop and prioritize business requirements, driving initiatives that align with our strategic goals and meet the needs of our stakeholders.
Conduct thorough testing of processes and tools to ensure they meet high-quality standards and effectively support our business operations, contributing to overall efficiency and success.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires a BA/BS and minimum of 5 years business analysis experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:
Comprehensive understanding of healthcare payer systems, claims processes, and coding practices preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing complex data and creating clear, detailed documentation strongly preferred.
Exceptional ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, ensuring alignment and collaboration preferred.
Proven track record of adapting to changing environments, effectively managing multiple tasks, and taking initiative preferred.
Commitment to fostering a team environment characterized by transparency, adaptability, and a willingness to give and receive feedback desired.
If this job is assigned to any Government Business Division entity, the applicant and incumbent fall under a 'sensitive position' work designation and may be subject to additional requirements beyond those associates outside Government Business Divisions.
Requirements include but are not limited to more stringent and frequent background checks and/or government clearances, segregation of duties principles, role specific training, monitoring of daily job functions, and sensitive data handling instructions
Associates in these jobs must follow the specific policies, procedures, guidelines, etc
as stated by the Government Business Division in which they are employed.
Job Level:
Non-Management Exempt
Workshift:
1st Shift (United States of America)
Job Family:
BSP > Business Support
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact ******************************************** for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Auto-ApplySr. Data/Interface Analyst
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Day Shift - 7.5 Hours (United States of America) The Data Analyst will collect and aggregate data from providers in collaboration with project teams. She/he will confirm reporting requirements by studying our data warehouses, conferring with management on project leads, will aggregate and gather data from providers, and perform completeness check on reporting data. Will be contacting providers and project teams when data deficiencies are identified. Creates quarterly reports/bi-annual reports.I. Data from Metrics (Projects) II. Data from Process MeasuresIII. Data against Milestones
Required Experience:
Minimum of 3 years experience in a healthcare environment
Experience in a hospital or managed care environment with a focus on claims data analysis, provider contracting or decision support, especially in cost and utilization analysis
A working knowledge of industry coding (revenue codes, ICD 9 classifications, CPT codes, etc.)
Strong knowledge of SQL, SAS or Microsoft Access programming
Minimum level computer skills in a Microsoft Office environment: Advanced
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, other technical skills preferred
Strong skills in SAS or SQL programming
Strong Internet research capabilities
Attention to detail
Meditech / NPR / Tableau / Excel Knowledge Preferred
Write and communicate effectively
Work well independently or as part of a team
Be open to pursuing additional training/education as required to meet emerging requirements
Manage competing deadlines and multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required. Business Master's degree a plus
Computer/Equipment skills:
Strong skills in SAS or SQL programming required
Minimum level computer skills in a Microsoft Office environment: Advanced required
Strong knowledge of SQL, SAS or Microsoft Access programming required
Salary Range: $90,000 - $105,000
Employment Non-Discrimination: Richmond University Medical Center is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment and provides full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and needs including lactation accommodations, physical or mental disability, age, immigration or citizenship status, veteran or active military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Auto-ApplyJr. Data Analyst
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Jr. Data Analyst needs 3 years experience
Jr. Data Analyst requires:
SQL queries
Python for automation and orchestration
Visualization tools: Tableau / any other will work
Customer satisfaction analysis
Some understanding of business matrix, creating definitions, SQL Logics.
Understands how customers are responding to emails, text msg, push notifications etc.
Basis understanding of AB Testing
Jr. Data Analyst duties:
Supporting Clients platforms (email, push notification, text messages) on websites and mobile apps
Responsible for dashboards and reports of data
Data Reporting Analyst/Developer
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Centurion is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Data Reporting Analyst/Developer to join our team. This role is responsible for analyzing, designing, developing, and maintaining reporting solutions that provide valuable business insights across multiple units. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Report Builder, and Visual Studio, along with a strong ability to bridge the gap between business processes and business intelligence.
You will collaborate with stakeholders, engineers, and subject matter experts to gather requirements, identify opportunities for improvement, and deliver optimized data visualization and reporting solutions that drive smarter business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with business stakeholders, analysts, and engineers to define reporting requirements and develop tailored solutions.
Gather and translate business requirements into technical specifications, process definitions, and reporting changes.
Design and develop reports, dashboards, scorecards, and tabular data visualizations.
Build and maintain SSRS reports using Visual Studio and Report Builder.
Write, optimize, and maintain SQL queries to support reporting solutions.
Analyze report requests to validate alignment with business needs and recommend optimizations.
Identify redundant or unnecessary data points and streamline reporting.
Reconcile and validate data across multiple systems and resolve discrepancies.
Debug and resolve errors in reports, queries, and deployments.
Catalog, document, and maintain reporting assets.
Conduct complex data mining exercises and interpret results with a variety of analytical methods.
Troubleshoot and resolve user issues related to data, reporting, and analytics.
Provide feedback for process improvements and assist in defining critical business metrics.
Participate in projects, including QA testing and implementation support.
Required Skills & Knowledge
Strong background in structured, results-oriented business data analysis with intermediate knowledge of data modeling.
Expert-level experience with SQL (Microsoft SQL Server).
Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Reporting Services (SSRS) and Report Builder.
Proficiency in Microsoft Visual Studio for developing reporting solutions.
Preferred experience in mortgage or financial services reporting and analytics.
Strong understanding of business needs with proven ability to build trust and confidence with stakeholders.
Core Competencies
Analytical mindset - able to extract insights from complex data.
Strong communication - articulate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
Problem-solving skills - resourceful and proactive in addressing challenges.
Independent thinker - works effectively with minimal supervision.
Highly organized - able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge data and analytics tools.
Be part of a collaborative team driving process improvement and innovation.
Influence the way business decisions are made through data-driven insights.
Data Reporting Analyst
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Data Reporting Analyst/Developer
The Data Reporting Analyst/Developer is a key member of the Information Technology team, specializing in data analysis, reporting, and visualization across multiple business units. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining reporting solutions using advanced data analytics platforms and visualization tools.
The ideal candidate will collaborate with business leaders, engineers, analysts, and subject matter experts to understand reporting needs, enhance legacy reporting, and improve deployment methodologies. They will focus on optimizing data visualizations and reporting solutions to drive business insights and improve operational efficiencies. This position serves as a bridge between business processes and business intelligence, leveraging data mining, summarization, and analysis to provide valuable insights into business performance.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with business stakeholders, analysts, and engineers to assess reporting needs and develop effective data solutions.
Gather and translate business requirements into data specifications, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Design and develop various reporting solutions, including dashboards, scorecards, and tabular data visualizations.
Create and maintain reports using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and deploy them via Visual Studio and Report Builder.
Write, optimize, and manage SQL queries to support complex reporting requirements.
Analyze report requests to ensure they meet business needs, identifying opportunities for optimization and efficiency.
Identify and eliminate redundant or unnecessary data points in reports to enhance clarity and usability.
Validate and reconcile data discrepancies across multiple sources to maintain data integrity.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to reports, queries, and analytics.
Maintain a catalog of existing reports and ensure proper documentation.
Conduct complex data mining exercises, interpreting results through various analytical methods.
Provide support by resolving user-reported data and reporting issues.
Offer recommendations to management for process improvements and performance metrics.
Participate in quality assurance (QA) testing and project implementation efforts.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to conduct structured and results-driven business data analysis.
Expert proficiency in SQL, including hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server for advanced query development.
Extensive experience with Microsoft Reporting Services (SSRS) and Report Builder for report creation and deployment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Visual Studio for developing and managing reporting solutions.
Prior experience in data analytics and report writing within the mortgage or financial industry (preferred).
Strong understanding of business processes and a proven ability to build trust with stakeholders.
Core Competencies
Analytical Thinking - Ability to break down complex problems and derive meaningful insights from data.
Effective Communication - Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with business and technical teams.
Problem-Solving - Ability to troubleshoot issues and develop efficient, data-driven solutions.
Independence & Initiative - Self-starter who can take ownership of projects and deliver high-quality results.
Organizational Skills - Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain structured documentation.
Auto-ApplySr Data Analyst
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Sr Data Analyst - (9+ Years Only)
MUST HAVE SKILLS:
- Python - SQL - Some Tableau/Quick Sites experience - AWS experience - command lines, navigate folders, general ETL process (able to extract, transform, load data) - **Some process/project management experience is highly preferred** - They have a lot of projects going on and it's not possible for Patrick to be in all meetings; he needs someone to be in meetings with the thought process of “what does this mean from a data perspective” or other things needed when Patrick can't be in a meeting - Experience working directly with internal customers
Bonus skills:
Finance experience
Senior Data Scientist
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
**This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of an office [Atlanta, Austin, Detroit, Warren, or Mountain View], you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum** . **The Role** The Senior Data Scientist is an internal expert on methodology and practice of marketing analytics. This individual has deep technical expertise in Media Mix Modeling (MMM), with hands-on experience developing custom econometrics and statistical models that quantify media impacts and optimize market investment. The Data Scientist has expertise in the economics of media channels (e.g., Linear/Addressable TV, Online Display, Paid Search, Social), measurement of ROAS lift, coordination of media tactics (sequencing/ frequency caps), and insourcing of off-the-shelf MMM solutions.
This person will work closely with GM brand stakeholders to ensure business acceptance of proposed methods, objective performance evaluation, and effective media activation that drives sales. This person will be responsible for developing Media Mix Models, drawing insights, and creating scalable products that identify channel and tactic level high return on investment.
Fully qualified individual contributor who has knowledge and understanding of all aspects of a function and exercises independent discretion and judgment on significant matters based on professional knowledge. Level most professionals can expect to achieve in their career.
EXPERTISE
+ Recognized as a fully qualified, experienced professional. Has complete knowledge and full understanding of own area and broad knowledge of related areas.
+ Takes broad challenges and, through independent professionally developed analysis, identifies and analyses options, and breaks them down into initiatives capable of implementation. Identifies opportunities and proposes solutions to improve internal processes, services, and structures to support functional strategies.
+ Uses advanced analytical and problem-solving techniques to resolve a wide range of non-standard problems.
+ Works independently; receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
COMPLEXITY
+ Identifies and devises solutions based on limited information and precedent. Uses evaluation and judgement to solve problems that are new to the organization and require a deep level of experience and strategic thought to create a solution.
+ Enhances relationships and networks with senior internal/external partners who are not familiar with subject matter and often require persuasion. Uses data and analysis to demonstrate the value of a project, anticipating, and addressing objections and or concerns.
+ Often effects change in broader functional area without direct exercise of command, using persuasion in situations where reaching agreement may be hindered by differing opinions, past practices, or experiences.
SCOPE AND IMPACT
+ Challenges and problems are of a diverse scope with multiple moving parts, where developing a plan and viewing the whole picture is a significant challenge itself. Work is done independently and is reviewed at critical points.
+ Owns the development and delivery of solutions, driving cross team and group efforts. Leads by example, taking responsibility for their own actions, acknowledging mistakes, and holding themselves accountable for achieving goals. Addresses and evaluates a diverse range of issues using innovative methods and proposing alternative approaches.
+ Serves as a mentor to more junior level employees, providing coaching and guidance on difficult issues.
+ Has significant operational impact across their function.
**What You'll Do**
+ Work on a cross-functional team to propose and implement high-impact, data-driven solutions to address business challenges across a variety of business units
+ Apply advanced data-driven modeling techniques to inform decision making and solve complex business problems:
+ Create breakthrough solutions, performing exploratory and targeted data analyses
+ Undertake preprocessing of structured and unstructured data
+ Monitor and sustain model effectiveness
+ Present complex information using data visualization techniques
+ Work with diverse technical teams and provide data and analytical oversight to ensure project deliverables fulfill business needs and timing
+ Identify long-term technical innovations while continuously improving execution efficiency
+ Possessing contextual business knowledge and functional domain expertise in the advertising and media space, showing a proven ability of using data, analytics, and insights to add revenue and business-impacting value in this via audience selection and behavioral engagement.
+ Deep knowledge of marketing media modeling techniques, including MMM, MTA, unified attribution, ROAS level testing, and various industry measurement media platforms.
+ Exhibiting a perspective of constrained curiosity, asking why, and suggesting experimentation to drive incremental impact.
+ Exhibiting the ability to tell a succinct, data-driven story in any forum and tailor delivery to a wide range of stakeholder levels, from analyst to senior executive.
+ Ensuring a superior level of delivery quality at all levels of their organization through the creation of internal structures and extensible frameworks to manage accountability and develop staff.
**Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)**
+ Minimum five years of experience developing, deploying, and monitoring performance of media mix or related models
+ Proficient writing Python/R (modeling) and SQL/Spark (data), working with PYMC, StatsModels, Spark/ML, sklearn, numpy and related packages
+ Desired expertise media mix modeling (MMM), multi-touch attribution (MTA), consumer choice (multinomial logit), time-series forecasting, hierarchical bayes, panel-data methods (fixed/random effects), censored/truncated regressions, selection models, non-random treatment effects, item response theory, latent class regression
+ Prior experience with paid, earned, and owned media
+ Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects at once without sacrificing quality
**What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)**
+ Advanced degree (M.A./Ph.D. preferred) in Marketing Data Science, Econometrics, Operations Research, Psychometrics, Finance, (Bio) Statistics, or another quantitative field
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Compensation:
+ The expected base compensation for this role is: $130,800 - $211,200. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
+ **Bonus Potential:** An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
+ **Benefits** : GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
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Senior Data Scientist
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
At Koalafi, we believe in a world where no one has to put an important purchase on hold. That's why we're making it easier for more people to pay for big purchases over time.
Retailers across the country rely on us to offer flexible lease-to-own financing to their non-prime consumers, while increasing sales and strengthening customer loyalty. Their 2M+ customers love us because we provide a flexible way for them to make payments and give them an opportunity to improve their credit. Our 200+ Koalafi teammates enjoy inspiring and challenging work that accelerates their careers.
Interested in learning more about how we're transforming the financing experience and joining our team?
What You'll Do
Are you a senior-level data scientist with a passion for building and deploying high-impact fraud or credit risk models? Koalafi is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to lead the development, deployment, and monitoring of machine learning models that sit at the core of our portfolio's profitability. This role requires someone who thrives in an end-to-end environment-designing predictive models, operationalizing them in production, and ensuring they continue to perform in a dynamic market.
You will be a key contributor to Koalafi's decisioning ecosystem, owning models that directly influence credit outcomes, fraud mitigation, and the financial performance of the company. Beyond technical expertise, you will bring strong business intuition, enabling you to translate modeling insights into strategic decisions. This position reports to the Manager of Data Science and regularly partners with senior leaders across Risk, Fraud, Analytics, and Technology.
Responsibilities
Build, deploy, and maintain production-grade credit and fraud models that are foundational to our real-time decisioning platform and essential to portfolio profitability
Own the full MLOps lifecycle-from feature engineering, model training, and experiment management to production deployment, performance monitoring, drift detection, and continuous optimization
Architect and scale end-to-end ML pipelines, ensuring reliability, reproducibility, and seamless integration with core decisioning services
Design robust model monitoring frameworks that enable tracing, profiling, explainability, and rapid root-cause analysis for production incidents or model degradation
Partner with data science, risk, and engineering leaders to shape modeling strategy, improve credit policy, and strengthen fraud defenses in response to customer behavior and macroeconomic trends
Drive continuous improvement of existing models, incorporating new data sources, advanced techniques, and rigorous validation processes
Communicate complex model logic and insights to non-technical stakeholders, clearly linking modeling decisions to business outcomes and strategic priorities
About You
5+ years of hands-on experience building and deploying machine learning models, with a strong grasp of the end-to-end modeling lifecycle from feature engineering to validation and productionization
5+ years of professional experience writing performant, maintainable Python code in a collaborative production environment, leveraging core data science libraries like pandas, numpy, xgboost, and scikit-learn
2+ Years of experience working on Credit or Fraud risk models
Proficient in SQL for querying, transforming, and analyzing large datasets, and comfortable working across relational databases and cloud-based data platforms
Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles, and apply them to build robust and scalable data solutions
Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or STEM field (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering) and demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills in your work
Location Requirement: This position requires regular in-person attendance at one of our two office locations (Richmond, VA or Arlington, VA). Candidates must already be located within a commutable distance to either location, as relocation assistance is not available at this time
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced technical and analytical background, ideally with a Master's or PhD in a quantitative or STEM field, and a strong understanding of probability, statistics, and predictive modeling algorithms (e.g., Boosting, Random Forests, Decision Trees, Bayesian models)
Exposure to data and compute platforms such as Snowflake and Databricks
Background in financial services or experience working in fast-moving, high-growth environments such as startups
Experience with modern ML infrastructure and tooling, including MLOps frameworks (e.g., MLflow, BentoML), CI/CD automation, and model observability, monitoring, and lifecycle management
Familiarity with large language models (LLMs) and their deployment in production environments
Why choose Koalafi: A career at Koalafi means opportunities to tackle exciting challenges every single day. We take pride in a culture of innovation, trust, and ownership. You'll get outside your comfort zone, build meaningful relationships, and most of all, take charge of projects that ultimately help people get the things they need most.
Benefits:
At Koalafi, you will have a direct impact on our products and help shape the company's success. We offer competitive compensation & benefits packages to keep you at your best:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
20 PTO days + 11 paid holidays
401(k) retirement with company matching
Student Loan & Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter assistance
Parental leave (maternal + paternal)
Inclusion and Associate Engagement Programs
Who we are & what we value:
We focus on what's most important
We set clear expectations and deliver
We embrace challenges to reach our full potential
We ask, “How can this be better?”
We move fast together
Auto-ApplyAnalyst - Master Data Digital
Senior data analyst- job in Ashland, VA
We are seeking a Master Data Analyst to join our team and analyze supply chain services for our customers! As a Master Data Analyst, you will be responsible for maintaining data integrity for existing customer data, interpreting data into standardized Wesco data framework, and performing data quality checks. You will develop and manage business relationships with project team members and senior leaders across the organization. In addition, you are responsible for driving performance improvement through the dissemination of data analysis and reporting, communicating analysis findings, and directing supply chain partners to the correct course of action. You must have an understanding of customer and supply chain partner data sources, and how these data sources can be utilized to improve Wesco performance.
**Responsibilities**
+ Perform functions related to the collection, aggregation, consolidation, maintenance, and distribution of data throughout the organization and ensure the integrity of the master data.
+ Execute procedures to maintain data integrity.
+ Gain an understanding of customer data flows, sources, and data transformations across multiple data sources.
+ Perform data quality analytics and key performance indicators assessments to ensure quality of data.
+ Assist in the development and training of data quality practices.
+ Manage, cleanse and facilitate customer and supplier information within the industry.
+ Document, monitor, and improve processes and controls related to areas of responsibility.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree required/Masters' Degree preferred- Business, Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent experience
+ Intermediate to advanced Excel
+ PowerBI and experience with scripting languages preferred
+ 3+ years of experience in a Data Analytics role.
+ Strong analytical background.
+ Understanding of data quality standards, methods, processes, tools, and controls.
+ Self-starter with the ability to seek out new problems and develop solutions, while having strong sense of ownership.
+ Analytical and data-driven with a knack for driving business decisions through data and analytics.
+ Self-sufficient and motivated to obtain the skills or knowledge necessary to accomplish tasks.
+ Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
+ Ability to conduct root cause analysis and communicate recommendation to resolve, switch quickly between details and the big picture.
+ Ability to travel 5-10% of the time
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At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.
Our Company's greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (**************************************************************************** and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.
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Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500 company.
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_Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act._
Business Information Consultant- Health System Reimbursement
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 day per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Ideal candidates will be able to report to one of our Pulse Point locations in Atlanta, GA, Richmond, VA, Indianapolis, IN, Wallingford, CT or Mason, OH. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
The Business Information Consultant- Health System Reimbursement is responsible for serving as an expert in data analysis, reporting and formulating recommendations and providing guidance to other data analysts.
How you will make an impact:
* Establishes, improves, and optimizes the consolidating processes for forecast and month-end results.
* Consolidates and prepares executive summary reports for various business segments in the SBU for top management decision-making.
* Analyzes and designs solutions to address varied and highly complex business needs.
* Collaborates with businesses and technical areas to implement new or enhanced products.
* Coordinates with external audits as appropriate.
* Acts as the central contact with internal departments and external auditors.
* Creates and maintains databases to track business performance.
* Analyzes data and summarizes performance using summary statistical procedures.
* Develops and analyzes business performance reports (e.g. for claims data, provider data, utilization data) and provides notations of performance deviations and anomalies.
* Creates and publishes periodic reports, as well as any necessary ad hoc reports.
* Makes recommendations based upon data analysis.
* Provides analytic consultation to other business areas, leadership or external customers.
* Data analysis and reporting encompasses a much higher level of complexity.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires a BS/BA degree in related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:
* Proficient in modeling the financial impacts of changes in reimbursement structures and rates for health systems such as hospitals and physician practices highly preferred.
* Experience benchmarking hospital or physician rates against Medicare reimbursement highly preferred.
* Excel, SQL, and SAS experience highly preferred.
* Strong knowledge of products as well as our internal business models and data systems highly preferred.
* Experience providing leadership in evaluating financial performance of complex organizations highly preferred.
* Excellent leadership, problem solving, organizational, planning, presentation and interpersonal skills highly preferred.
* Ability to work independently and draw up plans to address issues/concerns highly preferred.
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact ******************************************** for assistance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Auto-ApplyData Warehouse Architecture Consultant (In person interview only local candidate)
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
360 IT Professionals is a Software Development Company based in Fremont, California that offers complete technology services in Mobile development, Web development, Cloud computing and IT staffing. Merging Information Technology skills in all its services and operations, the company caters to its globally positioned clients by providing dynamic feasible IT solutions. 360 IT Professionals work along with its clients to deliver high-performance results, based exclusively on the one of a kind requirement.
Our services are vast and we produce software and web products. We specialize in Mobile development, i.e. iPhone and Android apps. We use Objective C and Swift programming languages to create native applications for iPhone, whereas we use Android Code to develop native applications for Android devices. To create applications that work on cross-platforms, we use a number of frameworks such as Titanium, PhoneGap and JQuery mobile.
Furthermore, we build web products and offer services such as web designing, layouts, responsive designing, graphic designing, web application development using frameworks based on model view controller architecture and content management system. Our services also extend to the domain of Cloud Computing, where we provide Salesforce CRM to effectively manage one's business and ease out all the operations by giving an easy platform. Apart from this, we also provide IT Staffing services that can help your organization to a great extent as you can hire highly skilled personnel's through us.
We make sure that we deliver performance driven products that are optimally developed as per your organization's needs. Take a shot at us for your IT requirements and experience a radical change
Job Description
Skilled professional to provide expertise in many areas of data management including but not limited to data warehouse reporting , data analysis, data integration, and data warehousing.Provide these services in support of and external agency goals such as program performance, process compliance,data quality, and data governance. Provide expertise with SQL-Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL-Server Analytical Services (SSAS), and Tableau.Duties include, but are not limited to: Designs, develops, and delivers SSAS reporting cubes and SSRS reports; provides expert level data and process analyses data for data warehouse and systems integration projects; provides expertise in the use of business intelligence tools such as Microsoft Analysis Services and Microsoft Reporting Services; and works closely with Data Architect and ETL staff to ensure proper design and compliance with database and development standards.
Qualifications
Extensive experience with applications using both relational and multidimensional design models.
Extensive experience with Transact SQL including stored procedures and user defined functions. Experience working with programming languages (SQL,PL/SQL, .NET, VBscript, MDX).
Extensive experience with the Microsoft data architecture and reporting tools required: SQL Server, SSRS, SSAS, and exposure to SSIS. Experience with a variety of reporting tools including SSRS, Tableau, Business Objects, Crystal Reports, and others.Considerable experience in performing data analyses in project as well as ad hoc settings.Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a structured environment, to deliver quality
systems within a management-approved schedule, and to work on technical teams as required.
College degree in Computer
Science, Information Systems or related field or equivalent training and experience. Working knowledge
of n-tier application development tools and techniques (MS Framework, .NET, VB .NET,
Python, etc.) is preferred.
DELIVERABLES: Developing several analytical cubes and associated reporting for several lines of business including DOJ,CSB, Licensing, and REACH reporting. Other areas may be assigned as needed. Provide training to new users for SSRS report development and SQL basics.
Extensive experience with the Microsoft data architecture and reporting tools required:
SQL Server, SSRS, SSAS, and exposure to SSIS. (3 years)
Experience with a variety of reporting tools including SSRS, Tableau, Business Objects,Crystal Reports, and others. (3 years)
Extensive experience with Transact SQL including stored procedures and user defined functions (5 years)
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Data Warehouse Architect
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Arete Technologies, Inc. offers set of innovative Consulting and Outsourcing services, bridging the gap between requirements and outputs of various dexterous and facile companies worldwide. The thrust of providing global deliverables with focus on providing paramount and unsurpassed services combined with cost saving solutions to the clients
We understand the business requirements in the present day corporate scenario and aspire to provide world-class services enabling the organization to burgeon and flourish while keeping the work-life balance intact. The Global delivery mechanism followed at Arete Technologies, Inc. saddles proficient schemas and unconventional channels to provide one-stop solutions for all your workforce needs.
our Team is an exquisite amalgamation of vast experiences of over 30 years in IT Consulting and Staffing industry. Connoisseurs in the field of staff augmentation for IT, we operate on 24 by 7 model with an aim of providing affordable and adept professionals with an assurance of satisfaction for both Consultants and Clients.
We are pre-eminent service providers in the field of staff augmentation, IT Consultancy, Software development, Web Development providing unexcelled services and focusing on both the employers and employees.
Job Description
Support for development and maintenance of Oracle Data Warehouse to support OBIEE and BIP reporting tools for ABC
The applicant is responsible for the successful delivery of business intelligence information to the entire organization and is experienced in Data Warehouse and BI development and implementations. The applicant will be involved in gathering of business requirements and creating technical designs.
It involves designing, developing, and supporting new and current ETL processes employing industry standards and best practices to enhance loading of data from and into different source/ target systems. The data warehouse developer's role in an organization includes providing support to the organization's business requirements in the application and consumption of information from the Data Warehouse.
The applicant will be part of the team to review, analyze, modify, and create ETLs, testing, debugging, integration and implementation processes. Task will also include documenting technical needs for ETL processes and databases, and ensuring optimal technical infrastructure is utilized.
This position involves the delivering of huge data integration projects and would therefore require leveraging best practices expertise and experience at implementation; as well as effective technology know-how.
Data Warehouse Developer Role:
Experienced SQL and PL/SQL developer on Oracle database platform.
Deep understanding of data warehouse and star schema
Develop ETL scripts and write PL/SQL code from data model, dataflow diagram and technical design specifications
Ability to work on wide variety of development needs from simple queries to complex queries and multidimensional analysis
Ability to follow best coding standards practices
Expert in performance tuning of ETL/SQL code
Analyze and provide resolutions for production data issues
Familiar with Unix shell scripting and job automation
Build and implement BI dashboards, analysis using OBIEE
Build reports using BI publisher
Qualifications
local considerd first
Additional Information
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Senior Data Scientist
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
**What Data Science contributes to Cardinal Health** The Data & Analytics Function oversees the analytics lifecycle in order to identify, analyze and present relevant insights that drive business decisions and anticipate opportunities to achieve a competitive advantage. This function manages analytics products, the access, design and implementation of reporting/business intelligence solutions, and the application of advanced quantitative modeling.
Data Science applies base, scientific methodologies from various disciplines, techniques and tools that extracts knowledge and insight from data to solve complex business problems on large data sets, integrating multiple systems.
This role will support the Major Rugby business unit, a legacy supplier of multi-source, generic pharmaceuticals for over 60 years. Major Rugby provides over 1,000 high-quality, Rx, OTC and vitamin, mineral and supplement products to the acute, retail, government and consumer markets. This role will focus on leveraging advanced analytics, machine learning, and optimization techniques to solve complex challenges related to demand forecasting, inventory optimization, logistics efficiency and risk mitigation. Our goal is to uncover insights and drive meaningful deliverables to improve decision making and business outcomes.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Leads the design, development, and deployment of advanced analytics and machine learning models to solve complex business problems
+ Collaborates cross-functionally with product, engineering, operations, and business teams to identify opportunities for data-driven decision-making
+ Translates business requirements into analytical solutions and delivers insights that drive strategic initiatives
+ Develops and maintains scalable data science solutions, ensuring reproducibility, performance, and maintainability
+ Evaluates and implements new tools, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance the data science toolkit
+ Drives experimentation and A/B testing strategies to optimize business outcomes
+ Mentors junior data scientists and contributes to the development of a high-performing analytics team
+ Ensures data quality, governance, and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards
+ Stays current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data science and AI
+ Contributes to the development of internal knowledge bases, documentation, and training materials
**Qualifications:**
+ 8-12 years of experience in data science, analytics, or a related field (preferred)
+ Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, Statistics, or a related discipline preferred
+ Strong programming skills in Python and SQL;
+ Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau, or Looker, with a proven ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable business insights
+ Deep understanding of machine learning, statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and optimization techniques
+ Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) is highly desirable
+ Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
+ Experience in Supervised and Unsupervised Machine Learning including Classification, Forecasting, Anomaly Detection, Pattern Detection, Text Mining, using variety of techniques such as Decision trees, Time Series Analysis, Bagging and Boosting algorithms, Neural Networks, Deep Learning and Natural Language processing (NLP).
+ Experience with PyTorch or other deep learning frameworks
+ Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and / or data streaming a big plus
+ Required experience of modern version control (GitHub, Bitbucket)
+ Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
+ Experience with product discovery and design thinking
+ Experience with Gen AI
+ Experience with supply chain analytics is preferred
**Anticipated salary range:** $123,400 - $176,300
**Bonus eligible:** Yes
**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
+ Medical, dental and vision coverage
+ Paid time off plan
+ Health savings account (HSA)
+ 401k savings plan
+ Access to wages before pay day with my FlexPay
+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ Work-Life resources
+ Paid parental leave
+ Healthy lifestyle programs
**Application window anticipated to close:** 12/02/2025 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
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_Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply._
_Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal_ _Opportunity/Affirmative_ _Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law._
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Sr. Data Scientist
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
DPR Construction is seeking a skilled Senior Data Scientist to help advance our data-driven approach to building. In this role, you'll use statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualization to turn complex construction and business data into actionable insights that improve project planning, cost forecasting, resource management, and safety. Working with project and operations teams, you'll build and deploy scalable, secure data solutions on cloud platforms like Azure and AWS, driving innovation and operational excellence across DPR's projects.
Responsibilities
* Data analysis and modeling: Analyze large datasets to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement in operational performance. Build predictive and statistical models to forecast demand, capacity, and potential issues.
* Develop and deploy models: Build, test, and deploy machine learning and AI models to improve operational processes.
* Analyze operational data: Examine data related to projects, production, supply chains, inventory, and quality control to identify patterns, trends, and inefficiencies.
* Optimize processes: Use data-driven insights to streamline workflows, allocate resources more effectively, and improve overall performance.
* Forecast and predict: Create predictive models to forecast outcomes, such as demand, and inform strategic decisions.
* Communicate findings: Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders through reports, visualizations, and presentations.
* Ensure reliability: Build and maintain reliable, scalable, and efficient data science systems and processes.
* Collaboration: Partner with project managers, engineers, and business leaders to ensure data solutions are aligned with organizational goals and deliver tangible improvements.
* Continuous Learning: Stay current with advancements in data science and machine learning to continually enhance the company's data capabilities.
* Reporting and communication: Create dashboards and reports that clearly communicate performance trends and key insights to leadership and other stakeholders. Translate complex data into actionable recommendations.
* Performance monitoring: Implement data quality checks and monitor the performance of models and automated systems, creating feedback loops for continuous improvement.
* Experimentation: Design and evaluate experiments to quantify the impact of new systems and changes on operational outcomes.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field.
* 7+ years of experience in data science roles within AEC, product or technology organizations.
* At least 4 years of experience working with cloud platforms, specifically Azure and AWS, for model deployment and data management.
* Strong proficiency in Python or R for data analysis, modeling, and machine learning, with experience in relevant libraries (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch) and NLP frameworks (e.g., GPT, Hugging Face Transformers).
* Expertise in SQL for data querying and manipulation, and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
* Solid understanding of statistical methods, predictive modeling, and optimization techniques.
* Expertise in statistics and causal inference, applied in both experimentation and observational causal inference studies.
* Proven experience designing and interpreting experiments and making statistically sound recommendations.
* Strategic and impact-driven mindset, capable of translating complex business problems into actionable frameworks.
* Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and cultivate strong partnerships.
* Strong communication skills, including the ability to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders and collaborate across various functions to ensure business impact.
* Ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment with limited structure.
* Experience working with construction-related data or similar industries (e.g., engineering, manufacturing) is a plus.
Preferred Skills
* Familiarity with construction management software (e.g., ACC, Procore, BIM tools) and knowledge of project management methodologies.
* Hands-on experience with Generative AI tools and libraries.
* Background in experimentation infrastructure or human-AI interaction systems.
* Knowledge of time-series analysis, anomaly detection, and risk modeling specific to construction environments.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
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Auto-ApplyAnalyst - Master Data Digital
Senior data analyst- job in Ashland, VA
We are seeking a Master Data Analyst to join our team and analyze supply chain services for our customers! As a Master Data Analyst, you will be responsible for maintaining data integrity for existing customer data, interpreting data into standardized Wesco data framework, and performing data quality checks. You will develop and manage business relationships with project team members and senior leaders across the organization. In addition, you are responsible for driving performance improvement through the dissemination of data analysis and reporting, communicating analysis findings, and directing supply chain partners to the correct course of action. You must have an understanding of customer and supply chain partner data sources, and how these data sources can be utilized to improve Wesco performance.
Responsibilities
Perform functions related to the collection, aggregation, consolidation, maintenance, and distribution of data throughout the organization and ensure the integrity of the master data.
Execute procedures to maintain data integrity.
Gain an understanding of customer data flows, sources, and data transformations across multiple data sources.
Perform data quality analytics and key performance indicators assessments to ensure quality of data.
Assist in the development and training of data quality practices.
Manage, cleanse and facilitate customer and supplier information within the industry.
Document, monitor, and improve processes and controls related to areas of responsibility.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required/Masters' Degree preferred- Business, Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent experience
Intermediate to advanced Excel
PowerBI and experience with scripting languages preferred
3+ years of experience in a Data Analytics role.
Strong analytical background.
Understanding of data quality standards, methods, processes, tools, and controls.
Self-starter with the ability to seek out new problems and develop solutions, while having strong sense of ownership.
Analytical and data-driven with a knack for driving business decisions through data and analytics.
Self-sufficient and motivated to obtain the skills or knowledge necessary to accomplish tasks.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Ability to conduct root cause analysis and communicate recommendation to resolve, switch quickly between details and the big picture.
Ability to travel 5-10% of the time
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Auto-ApplyBusiness Information Consultant- Health System Reimbursement
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 day per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Ideal candidates will be able to report to one of our Pulse Point locations in Atlanta, GA, Richmond, VA, Indianapolis, IN, Wallingford, CT or Mason, OH. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
The Business Information Consultant- Health System Reimbursement is responsible for serving as an expert in data analysis, reporting and formulating recommendations and providing guidance to other data analysts.
How you will make an impact:
* Establishes, improves, and optimizes the consolidating processes for forecast and month-end results.
* Consolidates and prepares executive summary reports for various business segments in the SBU for top management decision-making.
* Analyzes and designs solutions to address varied and highly complex business needs.
* Collaborates with businesses and technical areas to implement new or enhanced products.
* Coordinates with external audits as appropriate.
* Acts as the central contact with internal departments and external auditors.
* Creates and maintains databases to track business performance.
* Analyzes data and summarizes performance using summary statistical procedures.
* Develops and analyzes business performance reports (e.g. for claims data, provider data, utilization data) and provides notations of performance deviations and anomalies.
* Creates and publishes periodic reports, as well as any necessary ad hoc reports.
* Makes recommendations based upon data analysis.
* Provides analytic consultation to other business areas, leadership or external customers.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires a BS/BA degree in related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:
* Proficient in modeling the financial impacts of changes in reimbursement structures and rates for health systems such as hospitals and physician practices highly preferred.
* Experience benchmarking hospital or physician rates against Medicare reimbursement highly preferred.
* Excel, SQL, and SAS experience highly preferred.
* Strong knowledge of products as well as our internal business models and data systems highly preferred.
* Experience providing leadership in evaluating financial performance of complex organizations highly preferred.
* Excellent leadership, problem solving, organizational, planning, presentation and interpersonal skills highly preferred.
* Ability to work independently and draw up plans to address issues/concerns highly preferred.
Job Level:
Non-Management Exempt
Workshift:
Job Family:
RDA > Business/Health Info
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact ******************************************** for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Senior Data Scientist, Navista
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
At Navista, our mission is to empower community oncology practices to deliver patient-centered cancer care. Navista, a Cardinal Health company, is an oncology practice alliance co-created with oncologists and practice leaders that offers advanced support services and technology to help practices remain independent and thrive. True to our name, our experienced team is passionate about helping oncology practices navigate the future.
We are seeking an innovative and highly skilled **Senior Data Scientist** with specialized expertise in Generative AI (GenAI), Large Language Models (LLMs), and Agentic Systems to join the Navista - Data & Advanced Analytics team supporting the growth of our Navista Application Suite and the Integrated Oncology Network (IoN). In this critical role, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and deploying advanced AI solutions that leverage the power of generative models and intelligent agents to transform our products and operations. You will be responsible for pushing the boundaries of what's possible, from foundational research to production-ready applications, working with diverse datasets and complex problem spaces, particularly within the oncology domain.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep theoretical understanding and practical experience in building, fine-tuning, and deploying LLMs, as well as architecting and implementing agentic frameworks. You will play a key role in shaping our AI strategy, mentoring junior team members, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering and product teams to bring groundbreaking AI capabilities to life, including developing predictive models from complex, often unstructured, oncology data.
**_Responsibilities_**
+ **Research & Development:** Lead the research, design, and development of novel Generative AI models and algorithms, including but not limited to LLMs, diffusion models, GANs, and VAEs, to address complex business challenges.
+ **LLM Expertise:** Architect, fine-tune, and deploy Large Language Models for various applications such as natural language understanding, generation, summarization, question-answering, and code generation, with a focus on extracting insights from unstructured clinical and research data.
+ **Agentic Systems Design:** Design and implement intelligent agentic systems capable of autonomous decision-making, planning, reasoning, and interaction within complex environments, leveraging LLMs as core components.
+ **Predictive Modeling:** Develop and deploy advanced predictive models and capabilities using both structured and unstructured data, particularly within the oncology space, to forecast outcomes, identify trends, and support clinical or commercial decision-making.
+ **Prompt Engineering & Optimization:** Develop advanced prompt engineering strategies and techniques to maximize the performance and reliability of LLM-based applications.
+ **Data Strategy for GenAI:** Work with data engineers to define and implement data collection, preprocessing, and augmentation strategies specifically tailored for training and fine-tuning generative models and LLMs, including techniques for handling and enriching unstructured oncology data (e.g., clinical notes, pathology reports).
+ **Model Evaluation & Deployment:** Develop robust evaluation metrics and methodologies for generative models, agentic systems, and predictive models. Oversee the deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement of these models in production environments.
+ **Collaboration & Leadership:** Collaborate closely with machine learning engineers, software engineers, and product managers to integrate AI solutions into our products. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior data scientists.
+ **Innovation & Thought Leadership:** Stay abreast of the latest advancements in GenAI, LLMs, and agentic AI research. Proactively identify new opportunities and technologies that can enhance our capabilities and competitive advantage.
+ **Ethical AI:** Ensure the responsible and ethical development and deployment of AI systems, addressing potential biases, fairness, and transparency concerns.
**_Qualifications_**
+ 8-12 years of experience as a Data Scientist or Machine Learning Engineer, with a significant focus on deep learning and natural language processing, preferred
+ Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
+ Proven hands-on experience with Generative AI models (e.g., Transformers, GANs, VAEs, Diffusion Models) and their applications.
+ Extensive experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs), including fine-tuning, prompt engineering, RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation), and understanding various architectures (e.g., GPT, Llama, BERT, T5).
+ Demonstrated experience in designing, building, and deploying agentic systems or multi-agent systems, including concepts like planning, reasoning, and tool use.
+ Strong experience working with unstructured data, particularly in the oncology domain (e.g., clinical notes, pathology reports, genomic data, imaging reports), and extracting meaningful features for analysis.
+ Demonstrated ability to create and deploy predictive capabilities and models from complex datasets, including those with unstructured components.
+ Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
+ Experience with relevant libraries and tools (e.g., Hugging Face Transformers, LangChain, LlamaIndex).
+ Strong understanding of machine learning fundamentals, statistical modeling, and experimental design.
+ Experience with at least one cloud platforms ( GCP, Azure) for training and deploying large-scale AI models.
+ Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex, ambiguous problems and drive solutions.
+ Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of explaining comp
+ Experience in the healthcare or life sciences industry, specifically with oncology data and research, highly preferred
+ Experience with MLOps practices for deploying and managing large-scale AI models, highly preferred
+ Familiarity with distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Dask), highly preferred
+ Experience contributing to open-source AI projects, highly preferred
**_What is expected of you and others at this level_**
+ Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projects
+ Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals
+ Recommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models
+ Works on or may lead complex projects of large scope
+ Projects may have significant and long-term impact
+ Provides solutions which may set precedent
+ Independently determines method for completion of new projects
+ Receives guidance on overall project objectives
+ Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleagues
**Anticipated salary range:** $123,400 - $176,300
**Bonus eligible:** Yes
**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
+ Medical, dental and vision coverage
+ Paid time off plan
+ Health savings account (HSA)
+ 401k savings plan
+ Access to wages before pay day with my FlexPay
+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ Work-Life resources
+ Paid parental leave
+ Healthy lifestyle programs
**Application window anticipated to close:** 02/15/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
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Virginia_Enterprise Architect_data modeling_Govt. exp preferred
Senior data analyst- job in Richmond, VA
360 IT Professionals is a Software Development Company based in Fremont, California that offers complete technology services in Mobile development, Web development, Cloud computing and IT staffing. Merging Information Technology skills in all its services and operations, the company caters to its globally positioned clients by providing dynamic feasible IT solutions. 360 IT Professionals work along with its clients to deliver high-performance results, based exclusively on the one of a kind requirement.
Job Description
We are looking to fill a position for Enterprise Architect in Richmond VA.
Demonstrated skills to produce relevant solution design artifacts including but not limited to: technical estimates, sequence diagrams, data models.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Possess strong knowledge in applied application, information, and integration architecture concepts; possess comprehensive IT analytical skills and strong problem-solving skills; have a working knowledge of various multi-user, multi-tasking operating systems/platforms (Unix, Windows, z/OS); and working knowledge of various development platforms (Java, .NET, SharePoint…); knowledge of enterprise service approaches. Demonstrated skills to produce relevant solution design artifacts including but not limited to: technical estimates, sequence diagrams, data models and conceptual logical and physical system designs; to prepare written communications and presentations; and be proficiently skilled with Microsoft Visio. Demonstrated ability to assess project needs and in support of project managers, help determine resource requirements and provide estimations to meet solution objectives; have a comprehensive knowledge of various software development methodologies (including agile techniques); ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer confidence in ability to deliver to business needs; to develop business capabilities understanding and expertise as implemented through technology suites as assigned; to plan for Quality Assurance; to perform methods to measure work progress; to write and maintain design documentation.
Special instructions:
• The candidates should present examples of their work in solution architecture.
• Local interviews will be required.
Additional Information
In person interview is acceptable.