Data Scientist

Aviva; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviva is seeking a Data Scientist to join their Personal Lines Price Modelling team. The role involves transforming data into insights, model development, and collaborating with diverse teams to improve pricing strategies. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in data science, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the insurance sector.

Benefits

Base compensation with annual bonus eligibility

Retirement savings and share plan

Health benefits

Competitive vacation package

Corporate wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in model development and working with large datasets.
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with software engineering best practices.
• Strong interest in insurance pricing.

Responsibilities

• Transform complex data sets into actionable insights for pricing strategies.
• Participate in MLOps lifecycle phases: preparation, development, implementation, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with business partners to enhance model-based pricing solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Data Science or related field

Master’s degree

Tools

Python

Job description

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva.Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values –Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

Join an exciting team of data scientists, actuaries, and engineers at the forefront of using data to drive decisions at every level of our organization. The insurance industry is transforming, and you get to be in the driver's seat of this data-driven technology revolution.

Aviva is building a distinctive capability in Data Science, and our Personal Lines Price Modelling – Center of Excellence (CoE) team is at the heart of this transformation. If you're passionate about applying data science to real-world challenges and want to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, this role is for you.

Come join our team!

What you'll do:

• Transform complex data sets into actionable insights and recommendations to support pricing strategies.

• Participate in all phases of the pricing model MLOps lifecycle: data preparation, model development, implementation, and performance monitoring.

• Collaborate with business and engineering partners to enhance our model-based pricing solutions and technical platforms.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of data mining tools and frameworks.

• Communicate findings and model results effectively to both technical and non-technical partners.

• Support innovation and continuous improvement across our data science practices.

What you'll bring:

• Undergraduate degree in Data Science, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an asset.

• 3+ years of experience in model development and working with large datasets, in industry or academia.

• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with software engineering standard methodologies (e.g., modularity, code reuse, documentation).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen interest in insurance pricing.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.

• A collaborative approach and eagerness to learn and grow within a high-performing team.

What you’ll get:

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

• Outstanding Career Development opportunities.

• We’ll support your professional development education.

• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year

• Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion

• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health

• Hybrid flexible work model

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.