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Senior Data Scientist - Commercial Product Strategy
CVS Pharmacy INC · 🇺🇸 2 Locations
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 191 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 217 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What CVS Pharmacy INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles4 certified filings for “Lead Decision Scientist” (Data Scientists) in MA: $131k–$181k, median $139k. Most were filed at wage level II (75%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — CVS Pharmacy INC
The US Department of Labor certified 191 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 217 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Position Summary The Senior Data Scientist will play a critical role in advancing CVS Health’s commercial product strategy by transforming complex healthcare data into actionable insights that drive measurable business outcomes. Supporting Aetna’s Commercial Product organization, this role will focus on developing and scaling advanced analytics solutions—including AI-powered business advisory capabilities—that uncover trends, generate insights, and enable smarter decision-making across a membership base of 15M+ lives. This individual will operate at the intersection of data science, product strategy, and business leadership, partnering closely with Product, Sales, Actuarial, Marketing, and Underwriting teams to inform product design, pricing strategy, go-to-market execution, and performance optimization. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with business acumen and a proven ability to translate analytics into high-impact growth opportunities and financial results. Required Qualifications • 5+ years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, or analytics consulting (7+ years preferred) • Proven track record of translating complex data into actionable business insights and measurable outcomes • Strong proficiency in statistical modeling, machine learning, and data analysis (Python, R, SQL or equivalent) • Experience working with large, complex datasets (e.g., healthcare claims, customer behavioral data, or similarly structured data) • Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment • Experience supporting commercial decision-making such as pricing, product strategy, or go-to-market optimization • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on identifying high-ROI opportunities • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex analyses into clear, strategic recommendations Preferred Qualifications • Experience in healthcare analytics, particularly with payer/provider data, claims, or population health • Experience developing AI/ML-driven products or decision-support tools (e.g., recommendation engines, insight platforms, business advisor tools), familiarity with agentic architecture and deployment • Background in pricing analytics, actuarial partnership, or revenue optimization strategies • Experience working in product-centric organizations or supporting product lifecycle decisions (inception through optimization) • Familiarity with experimentation frameworks, causal inference, and advanced forecasting techniques • Proven ability to lead or mentor junior data scientists and contribute to building high-performing analytics teams • Experience working in highly matrixed, enterprise environments with executive-level stakeholder engagement • Strong orientation toward value creation, financial impact, and client-centric outcomes Education • Master’s degree (MS) or MBA in a quantitative or business-related field (e.g., Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Operations Research, or similar) required • PhD preferred in a related discipline Anticipated Weekly Hours 40 Time Type Full time Pay Range The typical pay range for this role is: $111,240.00 - $222,480.00 This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within whi