Senior Applied Machine Learning Scientist

TD; Toronto; On-site; CAD 157,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

TD Analytics, Insights and Artificial Intelligence is seeking a Senior Applied Machine Learning Scientist to lead a high‑performing AI/ML team and deliver scalable solutions across the enterprise. You will mentor team members, guide strategic initiatives, collaborate with ML engineers and data scientists, and ensure governance and compliant analytics that drive business outcomes.

The position offers opportunities to influence enterprise-level AI strategy and contribute to innovative data-driven

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required; advanced technical degree preferred (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Finance, Computer Science).
• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience, including post‑graduate work in AI/ML or related fields.
• Proven experience in leading and managing technical teams, with mentorship and performance development.
• Deep expertise in AI/ML frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
• Strong strategic planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Extensive understanding of business operations and enterprise-level analytics.
• Experience working with large-scale data systems and advanced machine learning techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to provide specialized knowledge and guidance across multiple domains of machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of applied machine learning scientists, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Lead the conceptualization, design, and delivery of AI/ML systems to solve complex business problems.
• Provide thought leadership and develop innovative AI/ML methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to build and implement analytics solutions.
• Translate business objectives into scalable technical solutions and deliver insights.
• Act as a business partner to guide strategic analytical initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement through monitoring, feedback loops, and trend analysis.
• Ensure compliance with governance, risk, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentorship

AI/ML expertise

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Data systems

Machine learning techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AI/ML frameworks

Job description

Line Of Business

Analytics, Insights, & Artificial Intelligence

Work Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours

37.5

Line Of Business

Analytics, Insights, & Artificial Intelligence

Pay Details

$156,500 - $190,000 CAD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description

Department Overview

What does TD Analytics, Insights and Artificial Intelligence stand for? For starters, we believe in visionary leadership and insights.

We believe in the talent we grow to better serve our clients, and we know, many of the ground‑breaking discoveries and products that represent the future at TD, can all be driven with data, with a strong focus on AI.

Job Requirements

As a Senior Applied Machine Learning Scientist, you will lead a high-performing team of AI/ML professionals and provide technical leadership across the advanced analytics and machine learning function. You will be responsible for:

• Managing, mentoring, and developing a team of applied machine learning scientists, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Leading the conceptualization, design, and delivery of AI/ML systems to solve complex business and enterprise-wide problems.
• Providing thought leadership and developing innovative methodologies and techniques in AI/ML.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams including Machine Learning Engineers and research scientist, data scientists, and business stakeholders to build and implement cutting‑edge analytic solutions.
• Translating business objectives into scalable technical solutions and delivering enterprise-level insights.
• Acting as a business partner to guide and prioritize strategic initiatives and analytical needs.
• Driving continuous improvement through monitoring systems, feedback loops, and trend analysis.
• Ensuring compliance with internal and external governance, risk, and regulatory requirements.
• Championing a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning within the team.

Qualification

• Undergraduate degree required; advanced technical degree preferred (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Finance, Computer Science).
• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience, including post‑graduate work in AI/ML or related fields.
• Proven experience in leading and managing technical teams, with a focus on mentorship and performance development.
• Deep expertise in AI/ML frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
• Strong strategic planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Extensive understanding of business operations and enterprise-level analytics.
• Experience working with large-scale data systems and advanced machine learning techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to provide specialized knowledge and guidance across multiple domains of machine learning.

Inclusion

At TD, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Who We Are

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well‑being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well‑being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.

We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

Language Requirement (Quebec Only)

Sans Objet