Decision Science Specialist

Transat AT; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive travel privileges

Modern work environments

Job summary

Transat seeks a Decision Science Specialist to evolve and validate AI/ML solutions and revenue management systems. You will transform data into actionable business insights and develop dashboards to inform strategic decisions.

Collaboration spans Revenue Management, Data Science, and Technology in an agile setting. The role demands strong stats, ML, SQL/Python expertise, and fluency in French and English, with a focus on Quebec's bilingual market.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Operations Research, Statistics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related
• 4–8 years in advanced analytics, data science, optimization, AI/ML, or decision support
• Strong knowledge of applied statistics, predictive modeling, ML, and optimization
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python; knowledge of R, Spark or similar is asset
• Experience developing, validating, and enhancing analytical models, AI/ML solutions, and BI dashboards
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, autonomy, initiative, and ability to explain complex concepts
• Good understanding of Revenue Management Systems (RMS), PROS, and revenue optimization concepts is asset
• Excellent proficiency with MS Office and comfort with AI tools (Copilot)
• Fluency in French and English; French required in Quebec

Responsibilities

• Contribute to evolution, maintenance, and optimization of RMS, PROS platform, and AI/ML solutions
• Validate, test, and evaluate statistical models and optimization algorithms
• Design and maintain KPIs, measurement frameworks and methodologies
• Conduct analyses to identify performance drivers and recommend improvements
• Develop, automate, and maintain validation, monitoring, and diagnostic processes
• Create dashboards, visualizations, and decision-support tools
• Ensure data quality and integrity across models
• Collaborate with Revenue Management, Data Science, Technology and business teams in an agile environment

Skills

SQL

Python

Statistics

Machine learning

Optimization

Data visualization

Communication skills

Autonomy

Problem solving

Excel

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

R

Spark

Copilot

Job description

• Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
• Job Category: Non-Unionized

Company Description

Join the journey!

Our mission is to be the preferred airline of our customers and our team. Open-mindedness, concern for others, intelligence at work, and above all, a good dose of fun allow us to achieve great things every day. Our commitment has earned us the title of best leisure airline in the world several times, and this is just the beginning. Want to join us? You will have the chance to enjoy exclusive travel privileges to explore the world and create unforgettable memories. You will also have the opportunity to work in modern and inspiring work environments.

Job Description

In collaboration with the Senior Director, Revenue Management Systems and Inventory, the Decision Science Specialist contributes to the evolution, validation, and optimization of analytical models, artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) solutions, and revenue management systems. The incumbent transforms data into actionable business recommendations that improve commercial performance and support strategic decision-making.

What You Will Accomplish

• Contribute to the evolution, maintenance, and optimization of revenue management systems, the PROS platform, and AI/ML solutions.
• Validate, test, and evaluate statistical models, optimization algorithms, and analytical solutions to ensure accuracy, performance, and business value.
• Design and maintain KPIs, measurement frameworks, and methodologies to assess the effectiveness of models and analytical solutions.
• Conduct statistical, quantitative, and exploratory analyses to identify performance drivers and recommend improvements.
• Develop, automate, and maintain validation, monitoring, and diagnostic processes for analytical models.
• Create dashboards, visualizations, and decision-support tools to effectively communicate insights and recommendations.
• Ensure the quality, consistency, and integrity of data used across analytical models and solutions.
• Collaborate closely with Revenue Management, Data Science, Technology, Development, and business teams in an agile and continuous improvement environment.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Master's degree in Operations Research, Statistics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 4 to 8 years of experience in advanced analytics, data science, optimization, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or decision support.
• Strong knowledge of applied statistics, predictive modeling, machine learning, and optimization techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python for data extraction, transformation, analysis, and model development; knowledge of R, Spark, or similar technologies is considered an asset.
• Experience developing, validating, and enhancing analytical models, AI/ML solutions, and business intelligence dashboards.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, autonomy, initiative, and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Good understanding of Revenue Management Systems (RMS), PROS, and revenue optimization concepts is an asset.
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and demonstrated comfort with collaborative digital tools and AI solutions (e.g., Copilot). Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Oral and written fluency in French and English*.

*A good knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will be required to communicate and collaborate frequently in English, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders in Quebec, the rest of Canada, and internationally.

Additional Information

Artificial intelligence tools are used to analyze applications, whether to sort or preselect profiles based on criteria related to job requirements. All applications are then reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure a fair and inclusive process.

Employment Equity

At Transat, we foster an environment where inclusiveness, respect and equity reign. We endeavour to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers as well as the communities to which we travel. We encourage women, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, aboriginal peoples as well as people with disabilities to submit their candidacy. Transat will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us in order to work together in meeting adequately your needs.