Senior Data Scientist

Canadian Tire Corporation, Ltd.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Tire Bank, part of Canadian Tire Corporation, is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to advance modeling capabilities across origination, credit limit and collections. You will lead end-to-end model development from data sourcing to validation and deployment, delivering high-quality, data-driven insights.

You will collaborate with risk, analytics and product partners, translate complex results into actionable recommendations, and present findings to senior leadership to influence credit

Qualifications

• University degree in Statistics, Actuarial Science or Mathematics.
• 5+ years in machine learning and predictive modeling.
• Experience in credit risk management, credit card/banking or fraud is a plus.
• Proficient in SQL, Python and SAS.

Responsibilities

• Lead ML projects that drive origination, credit limit and collection strategies.
• Own full cycle scorecard design from data sourcing to modeling and validation.
• Deploy models and monitor day-to-day scoring activities.
• Collaborate with internal customers, risk, analytics and product partners.
• Present design elements and model results to senior management.
• Create customer segmentation schemes for key insights.
• Translate business needs into statistically sound solutions.

Skills

Machine learning

Predictive modeling

Scorecards

SQL

Python

SAS

Pandas

XGBoost

scikit-learn

LightGBM

Databricks

Education

Statistics/Mathematics degree

Actuarial Science degree

Tools

FICO Analytics Workbench

SAS Enterprise Miner

Knowledge Seeker

SPSS Modeler

Databricks

Job description

What the opportunity isThe Modeling & Segmentation Analytics Team at Canadian Tire Bank is responsible for developing and maintaining a robust suite of predictive models that support decisioning across our credit card customer lifecycle. We build risk scorecards and classification models used for acquisition, account management, and collections strategies, with a strong emphasis on analytical rigor, regulatory soundness, and business impact. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Senior Data Scientist who can play a key role in advancing our modeling capabilities, influencing consumer strategies, and delivering high‑quality, data-driven, machine learning models that inform responsible credit decisions. Reporting directly to the Manager of Data Modeling, you’ll be working with a group of other data scientists in charge of the whole model development and monitoring process.What you’ll doLead machine learning projects that drive origination, credit limit and collection strategies including managing delivery timelines and coordinating team resourcesOwn the full cycle scorecard design and development from initial planning and data sourcing to data modeling and validationDeploy new models and track day-to-day scoring activities, addressing system or procedural issues as neededMonitor effectiveness of all statistical models and recommend appropriate course of actionPerform optimization analysis and build supporting component predictionsCreate customer segmentation schemes that provide strategy teams with key customer insightsCollaborate closely with internal customers, retail-side partners and subject matter experts to understand data, interpret results, translate business needs and synthesize solutionsDeliver effective presentations of key design elements and model build results to senior managementWork on related tasks and ad hoc activities to support business objectivesWho you areA creative and courageous quick learner with the ability to navigate in an environment of change and ambiguity and help us take bold, strategic moves in a rapidly evolving and competitive marketplaceAction-oriented, self-starter comfortable taking calculated risks to better serve our customers and to support business objectivesOutcome-focused, critical thinker with the ability to analyze and visualize, to ensure continuous improvement across our entire business Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills, who builds relationships easily across various stakeholder groups to move initiatives forwardWhat you bringUniversity degree in Statistics, Actuarial Science or Mathematics. Postgraduate degree in a related discipline is a plusFive years or more experience with machine learning building predictive models, developing scorecards, performing statistical analysis, and segmenting customers. Exposure to credit risk management, credit card/banking or fraud is a plusSolid understanding of the steps required in model development and the principles of various modeling methodologies. Experience in WOE binning and logistic regression to build scorecards is a plusProficient in SQL, Python and SAS programming languages. Comfortable with ML processes like Pandas, XGBoost, scikit-learn and LightGBM is a plusFamiliar with FICO Analytics Workbench, SAS Enterprise Miner, Knowledge Seeker, SPSS Modeler and other software ecosystems. Experience in Databricks is a plusDemonstrated superior analytical, mathematical, programming and problem-solving skillsAbility to accurately and consistently understand and manipulate large volumes of granular and detailed dataProven ability to translate business needs into statistically sound solutionsCapable of clearly communicating analytical results to business stakeholdersAbout Canadian Tire BankEstablished in 2003 as part of Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (CTC), Canadian Tire Bank is a Schedule I Canadian chartered bank and a core component of CTC’s integrated retail and financial services model. We offer credit cards, savings, and investment products that are closely linked to our Triangle Rewards ecosystem, enabling Canadians to earn value through everyday purchases across banners under CTC’s umbrella, including Canadian Tire, Mark’s, SportChek, Atmosphere, PartSource, Gas+, Pro Hockey Life, Hockey Experts, Sports Experts and Party City . Serving customers through approximately 1,700 retail and gasoline outlets nationwide, Canadian Tire Bank is an integral part of CTC’s True North strategy, guided by our unifying goal to make life in Canada better . Since 2005, Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities has been helping kids overcome financial and accessibility barriers to sport and recreation in an effort to provide inclusive play for all kids of all abilities.At the heart of Canadian Tire Bank is our philosophy of building “Customers for Life.” We are focused on delivering customer service excellence and value‑added products through a deep understanding of our customer’s needs, timely development of new services, and effective use of the latest technologies. Our approach centers on matching the right customer with the right service at the right time while consistently delivering quality and value at scale. The Bank is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace, where different perspectives are valued and employees are supported to do their best work. With a national footprint and a strong values‑driven culture, we remain focused on sustainable growth, innovation, and long‑term impact for our customers, shareholders, and the communities we serve across Canada.Broadband Salary Range: $64,000 – 106,000Our typical hiring range is between $90,000 and $95,000. Salary decisions are also dependent on other factors such as your experience, industry benchmarks, internal equity and other role-specific requirements. For critical roles, the compensation offering will be reviewed to ensure alignment with market rate and conditions and the unique value you bring to the role. #LI-NZ2This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters.About UsAt Canadian Tire Services Limited/Canadian Tire Bank, it is our mandate to continue to create innovative and rewarding financial solutions for our customers. Our growing suite of products and services showcase the dynamic contributions from our employees and our success is driven by a strong vision, loyal customers, and our ability to build teams that reflect the diverse customers and communities in which we live and work. Join us, where there's a place for you here.Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and BelongingWe are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better. .AccommodationsWe stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.