Manager, Data Science (Forecasting & Routing)

TL;DR

Manager, Data Science (Forecasting & Routing): Leading a team to build and optimize utilization forecasting and member routing systems with an accent on balancing clinical outcomes with business economics. Focus on developing scalable machine learning models, experimentation frameworks, and decision systems to drive sustainable growth in mental healthcare.

Location: Hybrid role based in San Francisco, with an expectation to be in the office 2–3 days per week. Candidates must be based in the San Francisco metro area or able to relocate independently.

Salary: $183,000 - $205,500

Company

A mental healthcare technology company providing precision care through a clinically validated platform, serving 10 million people across 450+ corporate partners.

What you will do

• Lead and develop a team of data scientists focused on utilization forecasting and routing optimization.
• Define the data science roadmap for forecasting accuracy, experimentation, and decision systems.
• Build and productionize machine learning models to predict care utilization across customer lifecycles.
• Develop routing algorithms and experimentation frameworks to influence member care pathways.
• Partner with Product and Engineering to translate models into scalable, real-time systems.
• Collaborate with Actuarial and Finance teams to align forecasts with pricing and business targets.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in data science, with at least 2+ years managing teams.
• Must be based in the San Francisco metro area or able to relocate independently within 90 days.
• Experience building and deploying machine learning models in production environments.
• Strong foundation in statistical modeling, experimentation, and causal inference.
• Experience in healthcare, benefits, or risk-based business models.
• Experience with forecasting, time series modeling, or demand planning.

Nice to have

• Experience working on marketplace, routing, or recommendation systems.
• Experience with cost optimization or unit economics problems.
• Familiarity with experimentation platforms and behavioral interventions.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) match up to 2%.
• Generous parental leave policy (18 weeks for birthing parents, 16 weeks for non-birthing).
• Access to wellness programs including One Medical, Noom, Carrot fertility support, and Wellhub.
• $1,000 annual professional development reimbursement.
• $200 per year donation matching.