Junior Data Scientist

Babcock Canada Inc.; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in Halifax is seeking a talented individual for a role focused on developing Business Intelligence and data science solutions. The ideal candidate has a post-secondary degree in Engineering or similar, with proficiency in tools like Power BI and R. This position emphasizes collaboration, technical writing, and the ability to analyze data effectively within a supportive, equity-driven environment. Come join a team that values your skills and dedication.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health and dental premiums

Wellness benefits

Comprehensive recognition program

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience conducting data analysis using tools such as Power BI, R, or Python.
• Proficient with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Technical writing skills, including user requirements gathering.

Responsibilities

• Develop Business Intelligence and data science solutions.
• Provide analytical and technical support for complex requests.
• Capture and interpret business requirements.

Skills

Data analysis

Power BI

Technical writing

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Statistics

2 years relevant experience in a similar role

Tools

R

Python

Tableau

SQL

Job description

Locations

Victoria, BC / Ottawa, ON / Halifax, NS

Salary

Expected Salary: $57,508 to $71,885

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important. Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets.

Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa. Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’

Be Part of Something Big.

Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication.

Our Principles

• Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, ‘how might we?’
• Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
• Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet.
• Collaborate – We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
• Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Health & Well‑being

• 100% employer‑paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well‑being
• Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A Maternity/Parental Leave top‑up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows

Planning for the Future

• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA

Flexibility in How We Work

• We offer an agile workplace for several positions –
• An option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure

Growth and Recognition

• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

In this role, you will:

• Work with business users and subject matter experts (SME’s) throughout the Business Intelligence and data science lifecycle.
• Develop Business Intelligence and data science solutions to support business processes within the organization and support updates to existing solutions.
• Provide analytical and technical support for complex requests, projects, or initiatives.
• Capture and interpret business requirements in the form of user stories.
• Write technical documentation for new and existing solutions.
• Work with the business to ensure appropriate governance is applied and adhered to in accordance with Business Intelligence and Data Science best practices.

The ideal candidate brings:

• A post‑secondary degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or 2 years relevant experience in a similar role
• Experience conducting data analysis with one or more of the following (Power BI, R, Python)
• Proficient with the use of data visualization tools (Power BI or Tableau)
• Technical writing skills with experience in gathering and documenting user requirements and the ability to produce documents ranging from specifications to user manuals.
• You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance

Desired (An Asset):

• Knowledge of Database Architecture and delivering solutions within Database Systems (SQL & NOSQL)
• Implementation of Extraction, Transformation and Load (ETL) flows.
• Implementation and deployment of machine learning algorithms
• Advanced knowledge of statistical models
• Knowledge of Agile (Scrum/Kanban) methodologies and practices.

Equity and Inclusion

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Indigenous Peoples

Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

Apply

Applicants, please apply online at https://www.babcockinternational.com/careers/