Data Scientist, Manager (Ops Innovation) at DaVita in Denver, CO

Data Scientist, Manager (Ops Innovation) Location: 05555 - Casa del Mundo Office (Denver HQ) Posting Date 04/24/2026 2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America Technical Execution & Modeling Lead the development of advanced statistical and machine learning models (e.g., predictive modeling, forecasting, natural language processing) to solve specific business problems like labor optimization, clinical outcome improvement, or patient retention. Maintain high standards for code quality (Python/R/SQL) and documentation within the team. Design and execute pilots for new algorithmic solutions, measuring success against defined KPIs before scaling. Navigate undefined technical challenges and "build from scratch" scenarios where no previous data pipeline exists. Project Management & Strategy Translate broad business questions from leadership into concrete analytical plans and hypotheses. Manages large and complex projects and timelines with concurrent workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet deadlines and stakeholder expectations. Synthesize complex findings into cohesive, non-technical presentations ("stories") for senior managers and directors. Collaborate with leaders and peers in other lanes (e.g., Clinical Operations, IT) to drive results and align analytical work with broader Village priorities. Proactively identifies roadblocks and recommends solutions Coaching & SME Knowledge Provide technical guidance and code reviews for Analyst and Sr Analyst, when applicable Coaches the team on how to interpret data and pushes the thinking for what is possible Interpret the meaning of information for others, translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Stay current with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, generative AI, and healthcare analytics and ensure best practices in data science and AI are followed across the team. What We’ll Provide: More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings. Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out. Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more. Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning. At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second.  We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong."  Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This position will be open for a minimum of three days. The Salary Range for the role is $78,000.00 - $119,000.00 per year. For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process.  You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.