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Why USAA?
At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.
Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.
We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.
The Opportunity
This Decision Science role is integral to optimizing underwriting strategies within the personal lines Property & Casualty business. The role focuses on applying advanced analytics and data-driven insights to answer critical business questions and support decision-making.
Working with established data assets and in close partnership with business stakeholders, this role will analyze complex datasets, synthesize findings, and translate results into clear, actionable recommendations. Insights will directly inform strategic decisions related to risk precision, risk sharing, risk mitigation, and risk acceptability, ultimately driving profitable growth and enhanced member protection.
This role is remote eligible in the continental U.S. with occasional business travel. However, individuals residing within a 60-mile radius of a USAA office will be expected to work on-site four days per week.
What you'll do:
- Leverages intermediate and some advanced business, analytical and technical knowledge to participate in discussions with cross functional teams to understand and collaborate on business objectives and influence solution strategies.
- Applies advanced analytical techniques to solve business problems that are typically medium to large scale with impact to current and/or future business strategy.
- Applies innovative and scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make 'insight to action' recommendations to answer the business objective and drive the appropriate change.
- Translates recommendation into communication materials to effectively present to colleagues for peer review and mid-to-upper-level management.
- Incorporates visualization techniques to support the relevant points of the analysis and ease the understanding for less technical audiences.
- Identifies and gathers the relevant and quality data sources required to fully answer and address the problem for the recommended strategy through testing or exploratory data analysis (EDA).
- Integrates/transforms disparate data sources and determines the appropriate data hygiene techniques to apply.
- Thoroughly documents assumptions, methodology, validation and testing to facilitate peer reviews and compliance requirements.
- Understands and adopts emerging technology that can affect the application of scientific methodologies and/or quantitative analytical approaches to problem resolutions.
- Delivers analysis/findings in a manner that conveys understanding, influences mid to upper level management, garners support for recommendations, drives business decisions, and influences business strategy.
- Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.
What you have:
- Bachelor's degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline; OR 4 years of related experience in statistics, mathematics or quantitative analytics (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
- 4 years of experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance) OR Advanced degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline with 2 years experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance).
- Demonstrates competency in mathematical and statistical techniques and approaches used to drive fact-based decision-making.
- Intermediate and some advanced knowledge of data analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and procedures in SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external insights to business problems.
What sets you apart:
- US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner
- Deep experience with descriptive and prescriptive analytical work supporting Core P&C Insurance Functions
- Extensive experience using Python for data analysis
- High level of proficiency with storytelling with data/ presentation of analytical insights to non-technical audiences
- Solid grasp of statistical modeling principles and the ability to interpret model outputs to derive actionable business insights.
- Strong demonstration of a desire to continuously learn and refine analytical techniques and business acumen
Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $93,770 - $168,770.
USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).
Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.
Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.
For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.
Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.
USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Why USAA?
At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.
Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.
We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.
The Opportunity
This Decision Science role is integral to optimizing underwriting strategies within the personal lines Property & Casualty business. The role focuses on applying advanced analytics and data-driven insights to answer critical business questions and support decision-making.
Working with established data assets and in close partnership with business stakeholders, this role will analyze complex datasets, synthesize findings, and translate results into clear, actionable recommendations. Insights will directly inform strategic decisions related to risk precision, risk sharing, risk mitigation, and risk acceptability, ultimately driving profitable growth and enhanced member protection.
This role is remote eligible in the continental U.S. with occasional business travel. However, individuals residing within a 60-mile radius of a USAA office will be expected to work on-site four days per week.
What you'll do:
- Leverages intermediate and some advanced business, analytical and technical knowledge to participate in discussions with cross functional teams to understand and collaborate on business objectives and influence solution strategies.
- Applies advanced analytical techniques to solve business problems that are typically medium to large scale with impact to current and/or future business strategy.
- Applies innovative and scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make 'insight to action' recommendations to answer the business objective and drive the appropriate change.
- Translates recommendation into communication materials to effectively present to colleagues for peer review and mid-to-upper-level management.
- Incorporates visualization techniques to support the relevant points of the analysis and ease the understanding for less technical audiences.
- Identifies and gathers the relevant and quality data sources required to fully answer and address the problem for the recommended strategy through testing or exploratory data analysis (EDA).
- Integrates/transforms disparate data sources and determines the appropriate data hygiene techniques to apply.
- Thoroughly documents assumptions, methodology, validation and testing to facilitate peer reviews and compliance requirements.
- Understands and adopts emerging technology that can affect the application of scientific methodologies and/or quantitative analytical approaches to problem resolutions.
- Delivers analysis/findings in a manner that conveys understanding, influences mid to upper level management, garners support for recommendations, drives business decisions, and influences business strategy.
- Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.
What you have:
- Bachelor's degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline; OR 4 years of related experience in statistics, mathematics or quantitative analytics (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
- 4 years of experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance) OR Advanced degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline with 2 years experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance).
- Demonstrates competency in mathematical and statistical techniques and approaches used to drive fact-based decision-making.
- Intermediate and some advanced knowledge of data analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and procedures in SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external insights to business problems.
What sets you apart:
- US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner
- Deep experience with descriptive and prescriptive analytical work supporting Core P&C Insurance Functions
- Extensive experience using Python for data analysis
- High level of proficiency with storytelling with data/ presentation of analytical insights to non-technical audiences
- Solid grasp of statistical modeling principles and the ability to interpret model outputs to derive actionable business insights.
- Strong demonstration of a desire to continuously learn and refine analytical techniques and business acumen
Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $93,770 - $168,770.
USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).
Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.
Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.
For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.
Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.
USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in decision analytics manager jobs.
- 5+ years of analytics experience with at least 2 years in a people manager or team lead role
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one statistical programming language such as Python or R
- Experience building or overseeing predictive models, decision trees, or optimization frameworks in a business context
- Ability to translate analytical outputs into executive-ready recommendations and business cases
- Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker for communicating insights
- Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, computer science, or a related quantitative field
Tips for Your Decision Analytics Manager Job Search
Quantify the decisions your models drove
Hiring managers for this role want to see outcomes, not methods. On your resume, tie each analytical project to a business decision it changed: revenue lifted, churn reduced, operational cost cut. Vague methodology bullets won't get you past the first screen.
Show your stakeholder translation skills
Decision analytics managers are judged on how well they translate model outputs into executive action. Add a resume line or cover note that describes a time you converted a complex analytical finding into a clear recommendation that a non-technical leader acted on.
Filter openings by decision domain, not just title
The same job is posted as decision science manager, analytics strategy manager, or insights lead depending on the company. Search by function keywords like 'decision optimization', 'prescriptive analytics', or 'decisioning' to find relevant openings that use a different title.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists decision analytics manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a case study for the work sample round
Most final-round interviews for this role include a business case or take-home analysis. Practice framing your recommendation in a one-page executive summary format: problem, analytical approach, decision options, and your preferred path with tradeoffs clearly stated.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify what decisions the role actually owns versus advises on. A manager title with only advisory influence is a different job than one with approval authority over model deployment. Get the decision rights in writing before you accept.
Decision Analytics Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most decision analytics managers?
The companies hiring the most decision analytics managers right now include ZS Associates, ZS, and Ibotta, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Georgia, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Financial services, healthcare payers, and large-scale retailers tend to maintain the most consistent demand for this function.
How many decision analytics manager jobs are remote?
About 95% of decision analytics manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in data and analytics functions. Roles focused on enterprise strategy, marketing mix modeling, and credit risk decisioning tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to real-time operational decisions often require more on-site presence.
How do you become a decision analytics manager?
Start by building a strong foundation in quantitative analysis, SQL, and a scripting language like Python or R through individual contributor analytics roles. Progress into project ownership and cross-functional collaboration, then move into team leadership by mentoring junior analysts or leading a project workstream. Demonstrating that you can connect analytical output to business decisions is what separates candidates ready for a manager role from those who are still purely technical.
Can you get a decision analytics manager role without prior management experience?
Yes, some companies hire strong senior individual contributors into this role if they've led analytical workstreams or mentored peers, even without a formal direct-report structure. Focus your application on examples where you owned the end-to-end analytical process for a business decision, coordinated with cross-functional partners, and influenced an outcome at the leadership level. Frame that scope clearly on your resume to compensate for the absence of a direct management title.
What does the decision analytics manager interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on past analytical work and leadership style. A technical or case round typically asks you to analyze a business problem, build a simple model or framework, and present a recommendation. Final rounds usually include a panel with cross-functional stakeholders who assess how well you communicate analytical thinking to non-technical audiences.
Where can I find and apply to decision analytics manager jobs?
You can find and apply to decision analytics manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.
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