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Data Scientist
Data Scientist
The Data Scientist will be responsible for developing predictive models and statistical algorithms for Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) detection using SAS Viya and traditional SAS tools. This role involves designing and implementing analytics workflows on SAS Viya, managing large health insurance datasets, and collaborating with business and IT teams. The Data Scientist will also build interactive dashboards and reports to present insights for fraud prevention.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
Advanced Analytics & Modeling
- Develop predictive models and statistical algorithms for Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) detection using SAS Viya and traditional SAS tools.
- Perform machine learning and AI-based anomaly detection leveraging Viya’s cloud-native capabilities.
SAS Viya Development
- Design and implement analytics workflows on SAS Viya, including data preparation, model training, and deployment.
- Optimize Viya environments for scalability and performance in on-prem and cloud setups.
Data Management
- Manage large health insurance datasets across Viya and SAS platforms ensuring data integrity and compliance.
- Integrate Viya with other systems for seamless data flow and governance.
Collaboration
- Work with business teams to define FWA strategies and KPIs.
- Partner with IT for Viya infrastructure setup and cloud migration.
Visualization & Reporting
- Build interactive dashboards and reports using Viya’s visualization tools.
- Present insights and recommendations to stakeholders for fraud prevention.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
- Technical Skills:
- Strong proficiency in SAS Viya and SAS Base/Enterprise Guide.
- Experience with machine learning, AI, and statistical modeling on Viya.
- Knowledge of Python/R integration with SAS Viya and SQL.
- Domain Expertise:
- Experience in health insurance analytics and FWA detection is highly desirable.
- Additional Skills:
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and Viya’s Kubernetes-based architecture.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.