Senior Data Scientist, Predictive Modeling (Hybrid)

Accommodations Plus International; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accommodations Plus International seeks a Senior Data Scientist specializing in predictive modeling to join its analytics team. The role emphasizes building robust models using Python and SQL, aiding vital business applications. Candidates should possess substantial data science experience, a strong mastery of machine learning, and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in data science with predictive modeling.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Experience with data preparation and machine learning processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate predictive models using structured and unstructured data.
• Implement models with Python-based libraries.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Python

SQL

Machine Learning

Data Wrangling

Analytical Skills

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Jupyter Notebook

PyTorch

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

Job description

Senior Data Scientist, Predictive Modeling

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Scientist with a dedicated focus on predictive modeling to join our expanding analytics team. The ideal candidate will possess deep proficiency in Python and SQL, a thorough understanding of machine learning libraries, and a demonstrated ability to navigate complex and ambiguous problem spaces to deliver precise, data-driven, and actionable insights. This role is pivotal in the design, development, and deployment of predictive models that will drive critical business applications and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Model Development & Validation: Design, construct, and rigorously validate predictive models utilizing both structured and unstructured datasets.
• Technical Implementation: Employ advanced Python-based machine learning libraries, including PyTorch, scikit-learn, and TensorFlow, to engineer robust and scalable models.
• Data Engineering: Execute sophisticated data wrangling, transformation, and feature engineering tasks with expert-level proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Exploratory Analysis: Conduct in-depth exploratory data analysis and iterative model development within Jupyter Notebook environments.
• Problem Formulation: Translate abstract or ill-defined business challenges into clearly defined and actionable data science projects.
• Independent Research & Analysis: Proactively explore complex datasets, identify emergent trends, and generate impactful insights autonomously.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with interdisciplinary teams to ascertain business requirements and deliver solutions that are meticulously aligned with organizational objectives.
• Documentation & Communication: Produce clear, concise, and comprehensive documentation of processes, models, and findings for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in a data science role, with a strong, verifiable track record of successfully building and deploying predictive models in production environments.
• Programming Proficiency: Demonstrated expert-level proficiency in Python, encompassing key libraries such as pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch, and TensorFlow.
• Database Skills: Advanced proficiency in SQL, with the capability to efficiently query and manipulate complex, large-scale datasets.
• Analytical Tools: Extensive experience utilizing Jupyter Notebooks for data exploration, analysis, and presentation.
• Data Preparation: Proven expertise in data preprocessing, feature engineering, and data cleaning methodologies.
• Machine Learning Fundamentals: A comprehensive and solid understanding of core machine learning concepts, including both supervised and unsupervised learning paradigms.
• Project Management: Demonstrated ability to independently manage the entire lifecycle of a data science project, from initial conceptualization through to successful production implementation.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the capacity to effectively navigate and resolve ambiguity to define clear and precise solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deployment Experience: Direct experience with the deployment of machine learning models into live production environments.
• Version Control: Familiarity with modern version control systems, specifically Git.
• Advanced Degree: An advanced degree (Master of Science or Ph.D.) in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a closely related quantitative discipline.

Who We Are

API is the global leader for crew accommodation solutions, and we are changing the way businesses manage travel. Our technology platform streamlines the entire crew planning process, making day-to-day operations more efficient and elevating the crew layover experience. API’s proprietary technology, mobile solutions and our experienced team are positioned to offer our clients a complete, end-to-end platform that integrates seamlessly into their process. We are looking for dynamic, creative, and tech savvy individuals to join our team. If you are passionate about hard work, providing impeccable service, technology, and solutions to our clients then API may be a great fit for you!

Other Duties

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time according to business needs.

The performance of additional responsibilities if you are designated as a Data Protection Champion (DPC), Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) or Information Assurance Accounting Officer (IAAO).

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

AAP/EEO Statement

Accommodations Plus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.