Principal Data Scientist

Overview

Lead and build data science function for AI healthcare platform, delivering models and insights.

Key Responsibilities

• data visualization
• data stack
• predictive modeling
• insight generation
• payer partnerships
• team mentorship

Tasks

This is the company’s first dedicated data hire, a “player-coach” role designed to found and grow the data science function from the ground up. You’ll combine hands-on modeling and analysis with strategic leadership, working across product, engineering, and clinical teams to transform complex healthcare data into actionable insights that drive outcomes. -Deliver clarity to clients: Translate claims and EMR data into intuitive dashboards and actionable business recommendations. -Work directly with leadership on a mission-driven problem with massive real-world impact -Partner with major national payers and see your work influence care delivery -Drive product insight: Partner with product and clinical leaders to uncover trends, shape new features, and deliver measurable ROI for clients. -Lead the way forward: Act as a “player-coach” who will mentor and grow the data team over time. -Build the foundation: Define the data science stack, systems, and best practices from scratch. -Go deep technically: Develop predictive and optimization models, conduct ad hoc analysis, and prototype ML applications alongside the ML engineering team.

Requirements

• healthcare data
• python
• sql
• scikit-learn
• pytorch
• 8+ years

What You Bring

-Experience with healthcare data (claims, EMR/EHR, eligibility, coding sets like ICD/CPT/HCPCS) -A strong mix of technical depth, strategic thinking, and communication skills -Expert-level proficiency in Python and SQL -Familiarity with tools such as scikit-learn, StatsModels, PyTorch, R, and standard BI platforms -8+ years of experience in data science or advanced analytics

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Benefits

-Competitive salary ($200K–$225K) + meaningful equity -Visa sponsorship available for exceptional candidates

About Lumicity

-Headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in San Diego, Houston, Miami, and Chicago, the firm has scaled effectively through strategic expansion. -Specializes in recruiting for Engineering, Life Sciences, Technology, and Energy sectors, targeting high-growth industries like semiconductors, robotics, and medical devices. -Operates on contract and direct-hire models, offering contingent, retained, and executive search services to meet client needs. -Project highlights include staffing C-suite roles in oncology biotech startups, scaling digital-health engineering teams post-Series C, and sourcing cleared RF engineers for aerospace clients. -Consultants bring industry expertise and a 'human touch,' leveraging deep domain knowledge to fill niche technical roles.

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Visa Sponsorship

-visa sponsorship available for exceptional candidates.