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Decision Science Analyst I - Mid-Level - Life Company Data and Analytics

Location

Texas

Posted

11 days ago

Salary

$93.8K - $179.2K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree

Job Description

Decision Science Analyst I - Mid-Level - Life Company Data and Analytics

USAA

Title: Decision Science Analyst I (Mid-Level) - Life Company Data and Analytics Location: San Antonio, TX. or Plano, TX Job Description: At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity Dive into the exciting world of life insurance analytics! As a Mid-Level Decision Science Analyst I in LifeCo Data & Analytics, you'll be instrumental in uncovering key insights and developing data-backed strategies for our Life Insurance leaders. You'll collaborate closely with diverse teams, translating raw data into clear, compelling recommendations that enhance business performance. This role offers a fantastic platform to expand your analytical expertise, contribute to meaningful business growth, and be a key player in protecting more members and their families. If you thrive on solving complex problems with data and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, apply today! This role will provide decision support for business areas across the association. Staff in this area will be responsible for applying mathematical and statistical techniques and/or innovative /quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make 'insight to action' recommendations to answer business objectives and drive change. The essence of work performed by the Decision Science Analyst involves gathering, manipulating and synthesizing data (e.g., attributes, transactions, behaviors, etc.), models and other relevant information to draw conclusions and make recommendations resulting in implementable strategies. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position will be based on the San Antonio, TX. or Plano, TX. campus. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. What you'll do: - Leverages intermediate and some advanced business, analytical and technical knowledge to participate in discussions with cross functional teams to understand and collaborate on business objectives and influence solution strategies. - Applies advanced analytical techniques to solve business problems that are typically medium to large scale with impact to current and/or future business strategy. - Applies innovative and scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make 'insight to action' recommendations to answer the business objective and drive the appropriate change. - Translates recommendation into communication materials to effectively present to colleagues for peer review and mid-to-upper level management. - Incorporates visualization techniques to support the relevant points of the analysis and ease the understanding for less technical audiences. - Identifies and gathers the relevant and quality data sources required to fully answer and address the problem for the recommended strategy through testing or exploratory data analysis (EDA). - Integrates/transforms disparate data sources and determines the appropriate data hygiene techniques to apply. - Thoroughly documents assumptions, methodology, validation and testing to facilitate peer reviews and compliance requirements. - Understands and adopts emerging technology that can affect the application of scientific methodologies and/or quantitative analytical approaches to problem resolutions. - Delivers analysis/findings in a manner that conveys understanding, influences mid to upper level management, garners support for recommendations, drives business decisions, and influences business strategy. - Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: - Bachelor's degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline; OR 4 years of related experience in statistics, mathematics or quantitative analytics (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree. (Total of 8 years of experience without bachelor's degree) - 4 years of experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance) OR Advanced degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline with 2 years of experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance). - Demonstrates competency in mathematical and statistical techniques and approaches used to drive fact-based decision-making. - Intermediate and some advanced knowledge of data analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and procedures in SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external insights to business problems. What sets you apart: - US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner - 2 or more years of working experience (including internships) in a data/analytics role - 3 or more years of SQL experience - Extensive experience presenting your analytical recommendations to business partners to drive action - 3 or more years of Intermediate Stats - 3 or more years of Python for data analysis - 3 or more years of experience in data visualization Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $93,770 - $179,240 USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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