Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive perks and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Associate Data Scientist supports the development of analytics, machine learning, and data-driven solutions that improve business performance and decision-making. Working under the guidance of senior data scientists and analytics leaders, this role performs data preparation, exploratory analysis, model development support, reporting, and insight generation using structured and unstructured datasets.

The individual applies foundational knowledge of statistics, data science, programming,



and business analytics to solve routine problems, contribute to analytical projects, and deliver actionable insights for business stakeholders. The role follows established methodologies, standards, and governance practices while continuously building technical and domain expertise.
- Primary Responsibilities:
- Data Analysis & Insights
- Collect, clean, validate, and prepare data from multiple sources for analysis
- Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and business opportunities
- Support the development of dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate insights
- Assist in translating business questions into analytical approaches
- Data Science & Modeling
- Support the development, testing, and validation of statistical and machine learning models
- Participate in feature engineering, model evaluation, and performance monitoring activities
- Document methodologies, as

📌 Associate Data Scientist (Hyderabad)
🏢 Optum
📍 Hyderabad