Senior Data Scientist

Intact Financial Corporation; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Montreal is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to develop machine learning solutions and enhance business operations. This role requires a master's degree and 5+ years of experience in advanced statistics and data mining. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a dynamic team and enjoy a hybrid work environment that promotes a balance between home and office. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, showcasing commitment to employee wellness and growth.

Benefits

Financial rewards program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Flexible work arrangements

Annual wellness account

Access to health resources

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in advanced statistics, data mining, and text mining.
• At least 2 years leading GenAI solutions development.
• Expert-level understanding of machine learning theory.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative solutions for pattern recognition using machine learning.
• Transform complex databases into actionable insights.
• Promote adoption of analytical principles organization-wide.

Skills

Machine learning

Advanced statistics

Data mining

Text mining

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in mathematics, science, or a related field

Tools

Python

R

GitHub

AWS (Sagemaker)

GCP (Vertex AI)

PowerBI

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join our growing team!

What you'll do here:

• Develop innovative solutions for pattern recognition using machine learning, advanced statistics and GenAI approaches.
• Have a material impact on business operations KPIs by addressing complex challenges via ML/GenAI techniques.
• Transform complex databases into relevant conclusions and recommendations.
• Keep pace with new approaches and trends and use them in your own solutions.
• Help maintain our data mining / transformation tools and platforms.
• Make actionable recommendations based on the findings.
• Work with other departments to promote the adoption of analytical principles within the organization.
• Validate the quality of the analytical approach and project outputs of the other team members.

What you bring to the table:

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (mathematics, science, engineering, operational research, economics, statistics, AI, computer science or a related field), or any combination of equivalent education and experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in the field of advanced statistics, data mining and text mining with at least 2 years developping / leading GenAI solutions.
• Multi-platform production experience with the following commercial and open-source data mining frameworks: Open-source frameworks: R, Python, GitHub.
• Expert-level understanding of the underlying theory of machine learning.
• Expert-level understanding in either computer image analysis, natural language processing or artificial intelligence.
• Enthusiasm for teamwork.
• Can focus on vaguely defined issues requiring the application of a creative approach.
• Strong communication, coaching abilities, time management and work organization skills.
• Knowledge of AWS (Sagemaker) or GCP (Vertex AI) is an asset.
• Knowledge of S3, Snowflake, and Databricks is an asset.
• Knowledge of RAG systems and Agentic AI is an asset.
• Knowledge of PowerBI is an asset.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
• Flexible work arrangements
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.