Data Scientist II

ICBC (Insurance Corporation of British Columbia); North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 119,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Health and dental coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Travel insurance

Sick leave

Job summary

ICBC is hiring a Data Scientist II in British Columbia to join the Enhanced Accident Benefits Reserving team within Corporate Actuarial. You will lead end-to-end data science projects, mentor junior staff, and deliver high-quality predictive data products integrated into business processes.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, a Master’s or PhD in a relevant field, and strong Python, Spark, and SQL skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience with demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Master's or PhD in CS or Statistics with substantial data science experience.
• Strong knowledge of data extraction, exploration and programming (Python, Spark, SQL).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end data science projects from ideation to deployment.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.
• Design, develop and deliver high-quality reproducible data products.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders to gain buy-in.
• Contribute to team improvements and strategic direction.

Skills

Python

Apache Spark

SQL

Leadership

Mentoring

Data science

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/Statistics

Tools

Python

Apache Spark

SQL

Job description

We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. Should you require any accommodations, including alternative interview formats, assistance with online assessments, or an ASL interpreter, throughout the application or hiring process, please email your request to [e-mail] – we are committed to ensuring an accessible experience for all candidates.

At ICBC, we strive to build diverse teams which reflect the communities we serve. To support this, we’ve created two talent communities for Indigenous Peoples and People with Disabilities. By joining one of these communities, you’ll connect with our recruitment team who will guide you through the application process and help you explore opportunities at ICBC. Of course, you’re welcome to apply for jobs at ICBC whether or not you join a talent community.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Reference Number: 5274

Posted Date: Sep 11, 2026

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Hours of Work: 7.5 hours per day - 5 day week (M-F)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid 8

Salary Range: $118626.00 - $168300.00 Annually

Position Highlights:

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced and self-driven Data Scientist II to join the Enhanced Accident Benefits Reserving team within our Corporate Actuarial department. This role is ideal for someone who not only excels in technical execution but also thrives in leading projects and mentoring others.

As a Data Scientist II, you will:

• Build strong, strategic partnerships within Corporate Actuarial, Claims Operations, Finance, and other specific business areas by deeply understanding how to leverage our predictive reserving models for their needs, communicating complex ideas clearly, facilitating collaborative workshops, and becoming a trusted advisor who identifies and drives future predictive reserving analytics opportunities.
• Lead end-to-end data science projects—from idea inception and partner engagement to technical design, development, evaluation, and deployment—demonstrating initiative, ownership, and the ability to drive results independently.
• Coach and mentor junior team members, fostering technical growth, collaboration, and adherence to best practices.
• Design and deliver high-quality, peer-reviewed, and reproducible data products that integrate seamlessly into business processes.
• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to gain buy-in from partners.
• Contribute to the team’s continuous improvement efforts and strategic direction.

Data products may range from research insights that influence claims strategy to deployed predictive models that optimize reserving decisions.

Position Requirements:

• Through 5+ years of relevant experience, you have demonstrated leadership and creativity in defining and tackling complex problems using a wide array of methods and approaches.
• You are known for being a team player, and your excellent analytical and critical thinking skills are complemented by strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• You hold a Master’s or PhD in a relevant field such as computer science or statistics, along with substantial professional experience in data science.
• Strong knowledge of data extraction, exploration and tools such as Python, Spark and SQL is also required.

Position Information:

The Corporate Actuarial department has responsibility for the estimation of ICBC’s claims reserves, determining future claims trends, financial reporting, and capital adequacy testing to determine ICBC’s internal capital management MCT targets.

As a valued member of the ICBC team, you will thrive in a performance-driven environment that emphasizes employee leadership and accountability for delivering results. Anticipate a comprehensive total reward package and a challenging work environment.

• ICBC provides comprehensive and flexible benefit coverage to all eligible employees including a defined benefit pension plan.
• Three options of health and dental coverage. Two of those options fully paid by ICBC and with access to Flex credits.
• 100% employer paid life insurance, long term disability and travel insurance.
• Sick leave plan – 100% of pay for a period of a maximum of 8 weeks plus 85% of your pay for a subsequent period of up to 9 weeks.
• Additional optional insurance coverages.
• Only candidates legally entitled to work in Canada will be considered for this position.

About us:

At ICBC, it’s our job to make sure the car insurance system works for all British Columbians, today and in the future. Check out our ICBC Year in Review 2025 to learn more about what we’ve accomplished! If you want to make the most of your skills and expertise while growing your career, we want you. A career at ICBC is an opportunity to be part of a talented, diverse and inclusive team that is driven to serve its customers and community. You can expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment. If you are reliable and dependable, contact us today to be part of our talented and diverse team as we work together to create an insurance system we can all be proud of.

Our values guide how we interact with customers, partners, and each other. They shape our decisions and create a culture where employees feel inspired and empowered to do their best work.

• Hybrid 8 – you will work a minimum of 8 days in a 4-week period at your primary office headquarters (typically 2 days per week). The remaining days will be remote within British Columbia.

Only candidates legally entitled to work in Canada will be considered for this position.