Decision Scientist - Healthcare Actuary, CVS Health

CVS Health

Location:
United States, Hartford

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

79310.00 - 158620.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Join our team of healthcare data scientists as we develop the next generation of risk prediction models. We are looking for an experienced actuary with a foundation in actuarial methodologies and training in data science to bridge traditional actuarial expertise with modern machine learning techniques. This role will allow you to leverage your background and skills to help provide insights and model solutions to stakeholders across the CVS Health & Aetna organizations.

Job Responsibility:

Develops, validates and executes algorithms and predictive models to investigate problems, detect patterns and recommend solutions
Explores, examines and interprets large volumes of healthcare utilization data in various forms
Performs analyses of predominantly structured data to solve moderately complex business problems, utilizing advanced statistical techniques and mathematical analyses
Develops data structures and pipelines to organize, collect and standardize data that helps generate insights and addresses reporting needs
Uses data visualization techniques to effectively communicate analytical results and support business decisions
Creates & evaluates the data needs of assigned projects and assures the integrity of the data
Documents projects including business objectives, data gathering and processing, detailed set of results and analytical metrics

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Physics, Engineering, or related discipline
3+ years Health Insurance Actuarial experience, including proven ability to communicate and consult effectively with internal or external clients
3+ years of professional experience in data analytics, BI, data engineering or applied data science
3+ years of experience with SQL and/or Python/R
3+ exams passed towards Society of Actuaries accreditation

Nice to have:

Masters's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Physics, Engineering, or related discipline
4+ years of professional experience in data analytics, BI, data engineering or applied data science
4+ years of experience with SQL and Python/R
Associate of the Society of Actuaries or Fellow of the Society of Actuaries

What we offer:

Affordable medical plan options
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Wellness screenings
Tobacco cessation and weight management programs
Confidential counseling and financial coaching
Paid time off
Flexible work schedules
Family leave
Dependent care resources
Colleague assistance programs
Tuition assistance
Retiree medical access

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 23, 2025

Expiration:
December 28, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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