Senior Data Science Consultant

Aflac

full-time

Posted on: 9/18/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • South Carolina

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💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per year

Senior

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About the role

Design, build, implement, and monitor predictive models across US Aflac business use cases
Collaborate and/or lead cross-functional data science projects to ensure value is delivered for business customers
Lead and execute complex cross-divisional analytical projects including resource, process, and technology needs
Design, develop, deploy, and monitor solutions integrated with the business; analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights
Develop predictive models and algorithms to support decision-making and optimize business processes
Develop and refine understanding of multiple business domains
Assist in design of solutions for the data science team; mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance
Develop processes to transform extracted source data to target state; write data cleansing functions and merge data from multiple sources
Lead special projects and develop executive level presentations; identify and implement best-in-class analytical practices
Stay updated with latest advancements in data science, AI, and analytics
Lead and assist with development and training of analysts in other internal business areas
Perform other duties as needed

Ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams
Experience with object-oriented function scripting languages: Python, R, etc.
Skilled in motivating and encouraging team members
Strong mentoring skills to develop junior team members
Exceptional ability to translate complex data findings for technical and non-technical stakeholders
Excellent presentation skills and data storytelling
Strategic thinker with attention to detail
Excellent presentation, oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills
Ability to handle feedback constructively and manage stress
Experience and understanding of multiple programming languages including SQL and ETL
Proficiency in statistical techniques for data analysis and interpretation
Advanced knowledge of supervised/unsupervised machine learning algorithms
Experience in data cleaning, transformation, and preprocessing techniques
Bachelor’s degree in data science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Business Administration or related field (required)
5+ years (preferred) of experience in data science, analytics/consulting OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Master’s Degree (preferred)
3 or more years job-related experience that demonstrates successful data, programming, and analytics work driving business outcomes (preferred)