Lead the design and delivery of advanced medical cost forecasting solutions that improve claim reserving and enterprise financial forecasting. Prototype and validate new analytical approaches using techniques such as time series modeling, simulation, and machine learning. Create diagnostics and performance measures to evaluate forecast accuracy and explain key cost drivers. Partner with finance, actuarial, and business teams to translate forecasting needs into actionable analytics solutions. Communicate findings through clear insights, presentations, and technical documentation to support decision-making. Develop early-warning analytics to identify emerging cost trends and risks. Collaborate with data engineering and product teams to ensure scalable and interpretable solutions. Contribute to model monitoring, governance, and continuous improvement processes. Mentor junior team members and share best practices across the data science community. Qualifications. Required Qualifications 5 years of experience in data science, analytics, or a related field. Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, machine learning, and statistical modeling. Hands-on experience with forecasting techniques such as time series analysis, simulation, or scenario modeling. Experience working with large datasets using platforms such as Databricks or Spark. Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts to technical and business audiences. Experience partnering cross-functionally to deliver data-driven solutions. Preferred Qualifications. Experience in healthcare payer analytics, including medical cost trend, reserving, or pricing. Experience with anomaly detection or advanced statistical techniques. Knowledge of model lifecycle management and best practices for reproducible research. Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior team members. If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10 Mbps download/5 Mbps upload. For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 131,200 - 218,600 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here. About The Cigna Group Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.