Senior Data Scientist - Machine Learning

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office setup budget

Remote work allowances

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist with a machine learning specialization to join a remote-first team in Canada. You will lead modeling initiatives, drive data-driven strategies, and mentor junior data scientists.

The role emphasizes collaboration with product managers, engineers, and analysts, along with staying abreast of ML advancements and delivering actionable insights across the organization.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field is required.
• 5+ years of professional data science experience with ML focus.
• Proficiency in Python or R and ML libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy ML models for complex business problems.
• Perform exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, and evaluation.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and business analysts to define requirements.
• Stay current with ML/AI advances and mentor juniors.

Skills

Python

R

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in CS/Statistics/Math

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking an experienced Senior Data Scientist with a specialization in Machine Learning to join their innovative team. This role operates in a fully remote capacity, offering the opportunity to leverage vast datasets and cutting-edge ML techniques to drive business insights and solutions. You will lead the development and implementation of predictive models, work on complex data challenges, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to translate data into actionable strategies. This is a unique chance to excel in a forward-thinking company, contributing significantly to data-driven decision-making from anywhere, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technological advancement in a remote-first setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy sophisticated machine learning models to address complex business problems.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, and model evaluation.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and business analysts to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data science techniques.
• Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the team's technical growth and knowledge sharing.
• Communicate complex findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong focus on machine learning.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling, experimental design, and data mining techniques.
• Experience with big data technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven ability to lead projects and work effectively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous home office setup budget and remote work allowances.
• Unlimited professional development opportunities and conference attendance.
• A flexible, autonomous, and collaborative remote work experience focused on innovation and impact.