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Raytheon

Principal Analyst Data Manager

Goleta, CA

We are hiring a Principal Analyst Data Manager to work onsite in Goleta, CA. What You Will Do ... Identifies all data deliverables made part of a contract * Builds a data track in a Product Data ...

Astrix Inc

QC Analyst III (Pharma)

Ventura, CA · On-site

$58 - $60/hr

Job type: 6-month contract (possibility of extension or conversion) Job Summary The QC Analyst III is responsible for performing advanced analytical testing, data review, method validation, and ...

Deckers Brands

Senior Global Benefits Analyst

Goleta, CA · On-site

$77K - $102K/yr

... benefits data, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution, strong ... Participate in renewal meetings, analyze documents, plan changes, cost impact, and contracts.

Deckers

Senior Global Benefits Analyst

Goleta, CA · On-site +1

$77K - $102K/yr

... benefits data, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution, strong ... Participate in renewal meetings, analyze documents, plan changes, cost impact, and contracts.

Aston Carter

Finance Specialist

Goleta, CA · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

... Data and Analysis Reports (IPMDARs) to the external government customer within the required +17 business day timeframe. * Assemble the Contract Performance Dataset (CPD) in JSON format, ensuring data ...

City of Goleta

Management Analyst (Housing)

Goleta, CA · On-site

$65/hr

Collects and compiles data in office and field; analyzes data and makes recommendations on the ... Administers projects, contracts, and monitors work performed by consultants; prepares related ...

City of Goleta, CA

Management Analyst (Housing)

Goleta, CA · On-site +1

$103K - $132K/yr

Collects and compiles data in office and field; analyzes data and makes recommendations on the ... Administers projects, contracts, and monitors work performed by consultants; prepares related ...

Raytheon

Industrial Engineer

Goleta, CA

$75K - $102K/yr

S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance ... You will play a critical role in analyzing production data, automating workflows, and creating ...

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Aston Carter

Finance Specialist

Goleta, CA · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Ability to prepare and deliver IPMDARs (Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Reports) to external customers, including Contract Performance Datasets in JSON format and narrative ...

Aston Carter

Financial Analyst

Goleta, CA · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Contract Performance Dataset (CPD) (submitted in JSON format) and Performance Narrative Report ... Enters data from source documents into computer or onto tape or disk for subsequent entry, using ...

Moog, Inc.

Senior Planner/Buyer

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$115K - $148K/yr

... contract development, financial analysis, market analysis, supplier diversity and management ... data utilizing internal and external sources of the global markets, interpret key stakeholder ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for data analytics contract in Goleta, CA is $59.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.45 and $66.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data analytics contract?

A Data Analytics Contract job is a temporary or project-based role where a professional analyzes and interprets data to help businesses make informed decisions. These positions typically involve data visualization, statistical analysis, and reporting using tools like SQL, Python, or Power BI. Contract durations can vary from a few months to a year, depending on the organization's needs. This type of job allows for flexibility and the opportunity to work with different industries.

What types of projects and responsibilities are typical for a data analytics contract?

As a Data Analytics Contractor, you may work on projects ranging from analyzing large datasets to identify trends, developing dashboards and reports, to creating predictive models to support business objectives. You’ll often be expected to extract, clean, and interpret data, then communicate findings to stakeholders through presentations or visualizations. Collaboration is common, as you may work alongside marketing, operations, or product teams to address their data needs. Flexibility in juggling multiple assignments and adapting to different project scopes is a key part of contract work. This variety offers exposure to different industries and business challenges, enhancing both your skillset and career prospects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a data analytics contract position?

To thrive in a Data Analytics Contract role, you need strong analytical thinking, statistical knowledge, and proficiency in data visualization, typically backed by a degree in a quantitative field and relevant project experience. Familiarity with tools like SQL, Python, R, Tableau, or Power BI, as well as certifications such as Microsoft Data Analyst Associate or Google Data Analytics Certificate, is highly valued. Excellent communication, problem-solving ability, and the adaptability to manage multiple projects independently are standout soft skills for this position. These abilities are crucial for delivering actionable insights, meeting project deadlines, and effectively supporting organizational decision-making.

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Infographic showing various Data Analytics Contract job openings in Goleta, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 11% Temporary, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 72% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,865 per year, or $59.1 per hour.

Sr. Healthcare Provider Contracting Analyst

CenCal Health

Santa Barbara, CA • On-site, Remote

$120K - $181K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Central Coast Salary Range: $120,970 - $181,455
While candidates from anywhere in California are welcome to apply, there is a strong preference for those who reside on the Central Coast (Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties). This role may offer opportunities for remote work; however, familiarity with and proximity to our local customers is valued.
Job Summary
The Sr. Healthcare Provider Contracting Analyst independently performs complex financial modeling, reimbursement rate development, and provider contract change analysis for Medicaid Managed Care & Medicare Advantage D-SNP Plan. This role utilizes advanced SQL, claims data analysis and financial modeling techniques to assess the financial impact of provider contracts including fee for service, capitation, and value based arrangements, while ensuring alignment with state regulatory requirements, quality initiatives, and organizational affordability objectives.
Serving as a subject matter expert in provider reimbursement and value based payment analytics, this position supports data driven contracting, negotiation, and provider performance strategies through close collaboration with Provider Contracting, Provider Relations, Quality, and IT/Data Analytics departments.
Key areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:
  1. Provider Contract Financial Analysis
  2. Rate Development Modeling
  3. Advanced SQL & Data Analysis
  4. Cross-Functional Partnership & Strategic Support
  5. Data Governance, Accuracy & Regulatory Compliance
  6. Leadership, Mentorship & Operational Support
  7. Other duties as assigned

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provider Contract Financial Analysis
  • Perform detailed financial impact analysis for:
    • New provider contracts
    • Contract renewals, amendments, and rate adjustments
    • Benefit changes, carve ins/outs, and escalators
    • Value based contracting arrangements, including shared savings, shared risk, quality incentives, and performance based payments
  • Analyze utilization, unit cost, PMPM, and total cost of care impacts using historical claims and encounter data.
  • Support facility, professional, and ancillary provider reimbursement structures across the Medicaid and Medicare lines of business, including capitation, fee-for-service (FFS) and value based payment models or hybrid models.

2. Rate Development & Modeling
  • Develop provider reimbursement models including:
    • Fee for service (CPT/HCPCS, DRG, APC)
    • Case rates, per diems, and bundled payments
    • Capitation, value based payments, and alternative payment models (APMs)
  • Build scenario based financial models-covering upside and downside risk-to support contracting negotiations and leadership decisions.
  • Develop financial methodologies to support value based contract components such as incentive pools, withholds, risk corridors, benchmarks, and performance thresholds.
  • Ensure contract financial assumptions align with:
    • Medicaid state contract and value based purchasing requirements
    • CMS Medicaid Managed Care Guidance
    • Network adequacy, access, quality, and affordability standards

3. Advanced SQL & Data Analysis
  • Use advanced SQL to:
    • Extract, transform, and analyze large Medicaid claims datasets
    • Develop custom datasets for contract modeling, reimbursement analysis, and value based performance measurement
    • Validate utilization, unit cost, trend, and attribution assumptions used in financial and VBC models
  • Analyze provider performance against cost, utilization, and quality metrics tied to value based arrangements, including calculation of earned incentives, shared savings, or losses.
  • Create reproducible, well documented SQL queries to support ongoing contract evaluations and value based reconciliations.
  • Partner with data analytics teams to ensure data integrity, consistency, and appropriate methodology for both reimbursement and VBC reporting.

4. Cross Functional Partnership & Strategic Support
  • Partner closely with Provider Contracting to support negotiations with data backed financial insights across fee for service and value based agreements.
  • Collaborate with Provider Network, Quality and Clinical teams to align financial models, benchmarks, and performance targets for value based contracts.
  • Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable messages for non finance stakeholders, including summaries of value based performance, risks, and opportunities.

5. Data Governance, Accuracy & Regulatory Compliance
  • Document assumptions, methodologies, benchmarks, and reconciliation logic supporting provider contract financial reviews and value based arrangements.
  • Ensure analyses comply with:
    • CMS & State Regulations
    • State specific reimbursement and value based purchasing requirements
    • Internal financial controls and audit standards
  • Support internal and external audits, contract reconciliations, and regulatory reporting related to provider reimbursement and value based payments.

6. Leadership, Mentorship & Operational Support
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in provider contract financial analysis, reimbursement modeling, and value based payment evaluation.
  • Review and validate analyses produced by junior analysts, including value based performance calculations.
  • Contribute to standardization, automation, and process improvement initiatives for contract modeling, VBC analytics, and performance reporting.

7. Other duties as assigned
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Strong analytical and quantitative problem solving skills
  • Advanced SQL querying and data analysis skills, including the ability to extract, manipulate, validate, and analyze large healthcare datasets.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and modeling techniques.
  • Financial evaluation of value based care and alternative payment models
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Sound financial judgment, risk assessment, and attention to detail
  • Skilled in Collaboration and relationship management across cross-functional departments including finance, contracting, quality, and clinical teams
  • Knowledge of healthcare finance, provider reimbursement methodologies, and managed care operations, including Medicaid and Medicare Advantage/D-SNP programs.
  • Knowledge of provider contracting structures, including fee-for-service, capitation, shared savings, and value-based payment arrangements.
  • Knowledge of healthcare claims processing, encounter data, and financial reporting principles.
  • Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and identify financial trends and impacts.
  • Ability to independently perform complex financial analysis with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to translate large volumes of financial data into actionable business insights and strategic recommendations.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound financial judgement in handling sensitive financial and provider information.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while meeting deadlines.
  • Strong understanding of healthcare claims data, reimbursement methodologies, value based payment models, and unit cost analysis.
  • Advanced Excel skills (financial modeling, complex formulas, scenario analysis).
  • Ability to independently manage multiple complex contract analyses in a deadline driven environment.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible healthcare financial analysis experience, preferably within healthcare, managed care, provider contracting, or health plan operations.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience performing healthcare reimbursement analysis, provider payment modeling, or contract financial analysis.
  • Experience supporting a Medicaid Managed Care Plan or Medicaid line of business.
  • Advanced experience using SQL, including: complex joins, subqueries, aggregations, and performance conscious query design.

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