Data Scientist II

Loblaw Companies Limited; Brampton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative team as a Data Scientist II, where you'll leverage data to enhance healthcare services for Canadians. This role involves designing ETL pipelines, developing AI and machine learning models, and conducting statistical analyses to generate actionable insights. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, staying at the forefront of data science advancements to tackle critical healthcare challenges. An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading Canadian retailer dedicated to making a positive impact in the community, offering a flexible work environment and a culture of inclusion. If you're passionate about data and healthcare, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

On-site GoodLife Fitness

Basketball & Volleyball courts

Ice Rink

Dry Cleaning services

Tuition Reimbursement

Online Learning

Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data science and statistical analysis.
• Solid understanding of machine learning and model development.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain ETL pipelines for large datasets.
• Build and deploy machine learning models to improve healthcare.

Skills

Data Engineering

Machine Learning

Statistical Analysis

Python

SQL

Deep Learning

NLP

ETL Pipelines

Data Visualization

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Data Science

Degree in Statistics

Tools

Airflow

PySpark

Pandas

Scikit-Learn

Keras

TensorFlow

Job description

locations 1 Presidents Choice Circle, Brampton, ON

time type Full time

posted on Posted 7 Days Ago

time left to apply End Date: January 16, 2025 (21 days left to apply)

job requisition id R2000526701

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.

Does working with some of Canada’s most talented minds in innovation supporting retail, digital consumer solutions and analytical platforms excite you? Loblaw Technology powers some of Canada’s most game-changing retail solutions, giving our customers the ability to live their lives well.

Come work with a team that values diverse ideas, fosters a culture of inclusion and develops our talent from within. Loblaw Technology gives you the chance to excel, and helps you to strive for success in a big way. Keep reading to learn more!

Please note Loblaw's Return to Office Policy, effective October 2024, is 4 days in the office

Data Scientist II, Brampton, ON

The Health Data Products & Services (HDPS) team at Loblaw is seeking a talented Data Scientist II to join our innovative team. We are dedicated to leveraging the power of data to improve the health and well-being of Canadians.

As a Data Scientist II, you will play a pivotal role in developing AI and machine learning data products that use vast amounts of pharmacy data. Your work will directly impact the lives of millions of people by enabling more accessible healthcare services by empowering healthcare practitioners in our network.

What You’ll Do:

1. Data Engineering: Design, develop, and maintain robust ETL pipelines using cloud-based technologies (such as Airflow, PySpark) to extract, transform, and load large and complex datasets.
2. Model Development: Build, train, evaluate, and deploy data science models and algorithms to address critical healthcare challenges.
3. Statistical Analysis: Use your expertise to conduct rigorous statistical analyses, including hypothesis testing and A/B testing, to draw meaningful conclusions from data.
4. Insight Generation: Uncover actionable insights from complex data, and communicate findings effectively through compelling visualizations and presentations.
5. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including pharmacists, analysts, and engineers, to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
6. Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science and machine learning, and explore innovative approaches to solve complex problems.

What You Bring:

1. Proven experience in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
2. Solid experience in data science methods such as Regression, Classification, Clustering, Deep learning, NLP, GenAI, etc.
3. Extensive industry experience in building, training, evaluating, and optimizing machine learning models, with a strong focus on model development and deployment.
4. Extensive industry experience in data ETL pipeline automation on cloud-based tools (preferably using AirFlow and PySpark).
5. Extensive expertise in statistics, hypothesis testing, A/B testing, and experimental design.
6. Proficiency in Python, SQL, Pandas, Scikit-Learn, PySpark, Airflow, and deep learning tools such as Keras or Tensorflow.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas in a concise manner.
8. Understanding the healthcare domain, with a passion and desire to make a positive impact.

What Loblaw Offers You

We offer flexibility and balance, and an environment that sets you up for success no matter where your workspace is located.

Here, you will find a great team to help you achieve your goals as you help us achieve ours! Work in our fast-paced, exciting Technology environment, helping our stores, colleagues and customers every day.

Loblaw colleagues also enjoy:

• On-site GoodLife Fitness, Basketball & Volleyball courts, Ice Rink, Dry Cleaning services (1PCC Office)
• Tuition Reimbursement & Online Learning
• Paid Vacation

If you’re up to the challenge, then we would love to hear from you. Apply today, and get the process started.

Loblaw recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. At Loblaw, we celebrate diversity and strive to build a culture of inclusion where differences are embraced, valued and supported. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and encourage people from all backgrounds and identities to apply to our jobs. Accommodation in the recruitment, assessment, and hiring process is available upon request for applicants with disabilities.

We thank all candidates for their interest but please note, those candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position will be contacted.

About Us

Loblaw Companies Limited is Canada's food and pharmacy leader, the nation's largest retailer, and the majority unit holder of Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust. Loblaw provides Canadians with grocery, pharmacy, health and beauty, apparel, general merchandise, financial services, and wireless mobile products and services. With nearly 2,500 corporate, franchised and Associate-owned locations, Loblaw, its franchisees, and Associate-owners employ approximately 200,000 full- and part-time employees, making it one of Canada's largest private sector employers.

Loblaw's purpose – Live Life Well – puts first the needs and well-being of Canadians who make one billion transactions annually in the companies' stores. Loblaw is positioned to meet and exceed those needs in many ways: convenient locations; more than 1,050 grocery stores that span the value spectrum from discount to specialty; full-service pharmacies at more than 1,300 Shoppers Drug Mart and Pharmaprix locations and more than 500 Loblaw locations; PC Financial financial services; affordable Joe Fresh fashion and family apparel; and three of Canada's top consumer brands in Life Brand, no name and President's Choice. We are always looking for talented people to join our team. Your fresh future starts here. Apply today!