Data Science Manager Jobs in Minnesota
Data Science Manager jobs in Minnesota are open across Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Eden Prairie and other Minnesota metros, with employers like Optum, Target, and CVS Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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ABOUT COGNIZANT CONSULTING
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we’re looking for our next colleague who’ll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Consulting Manager - Healthcare Product Manager for Data, Analytics & AI, you will make an impact by leading the strategy, development, and delivery of healthcare technology products and platforms. You will be a valued member of the Consulting team and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients. In this role, you will:
- Lead end-to-end delivery of healthcare technology products, ensuring alignment with business outcomes and regulatory requirements
- Define and own product roadmaps across core healthcare capabilities, including data platforms, interoperability, and AI-enabled analytics
- Translate clinical, operational, and care management workflows (e.g., UM, Case Management, Prior Authorization) into scalable digital solutions
- Partner with data engineering, analytics, and AI teams to enable reporting, insights, and decision-support solutions
- Identify opportunities to leverage data, analytics, and AI to improve healthcare outcomes, reduce administrative burden, and drive efficiency
WORK MODEL
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Minneapolis, MN. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE TO BE CONSIDERED
- 10+ years of experience in technology product management or platform product roles
- Proven experience delivering healthcare technology products end-to-end in regulated environments (HIPAA, PHI)
- Strong understanding of healthcare operations across payer, provider, and care management domains
- Experience working with healthcare data domains (member, provider, clinical, authorization, outcomes) and data ecosystems
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex programs involving data, analytics, and AI in healthcare settings
THESE WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED
- Experience defining product requirements for dashboards, KPIs, and AI-enabled analytics (e.g., summarization, prioritization, decision support)
- Strong problem framing skills with a focus on automation, insights generation, and scalable solutions
- Understanding of interoperability, data quality, lineage, and adoption challenges in healthcare
- Experience applying AI and automation use cases such as clinical/operational summarization and human-in-the-loop decision support
- Ability to prioritize based on clinical impact, operational value, feasibility, and risk
We’re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $81,450 – $129,500
This position is eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
BENEFITS
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Employee assistance program
- 10 paid holidays plus PTO
- Paid parental leave and fertility assistance
- Learning and development certifications and programs
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Data Science Manager Job Market in Minnesota
A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Optum3

- Target3

- CVS Health2

- Affirm1

- American Cancer Society1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Retail5
- Healthcare & Medical Services4
- Technology & Software3
- Banking & Financial Services1
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data science manager jobs across Minnesota.
- 5+ years of experience in data science or machine learning with at least 2 years managing a team
- Proficiency in Python or R and familiarity with SQL for data querying and analysis
- Experience deploying machine learning models in production environments at scale
- Ability to communicate data science findings clearly to non-technical executive stakeholders
- Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
- Bachelor's or master's degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics, or a related quantitative field
Data Science Manager Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How many data science manager jobs are there in Minnesota?
There are 20+ data science manager openings in Minnesota on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Eden Prairie. New positions post regularly as employers across Minnesota hire.
Which Minnesota cities have the most data science manager jobs?
Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Eden Prairie have the most data science manager openings in Minnesota right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire data science managers in Minnesota?
Employers hiring data science managers in Minnesota include Optum, Target, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote data science manager jobs in Minnesota?
Yes. About 60% of data science manager openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Minnesota metros.
How do I apply for data science manager jobs in Minnesota?
You can apply to data science manager jobs in Minnesota directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Minnesota location, then apply to each one that fits.
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