Senior Data Scientist, Simplii Financial

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in Toronto seeks a Senior Data Scientist to analyze complex datasets and implement generative AI solutions. With responsibilities spanning reporting, strategic decision-making, and collaboration with various teams, the ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree along with 2-5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a hybrid work model and a focus on innovation and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Incentive pay

Banking benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Wellbeing support

Vacation offering

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of work experience in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modelling.
• Proficiency in SQL, Spark, and Python.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear business insights.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reporting and analysis to support decision-making.
• Develop predictive and generative AI solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide data-driven solutions.

Skills

Advanced Analytics

Analytical Thinking

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Statistical Data Modeling

Python (Programming Language)

Spark SQL

Large Language Models (LLMs)

Education

Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

Databricks

Azure AI Studio

Hugging Face

OpenAI

Pandas Python Library

Job description

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What You’ll Be Doing

As an integral member of the Simplii Analytics team the Senior Data Scientist delivers reporting and analysis to support decision-making and advance the strategic objectives of Simplii Financial. Analyze complex datasets to extract actionable insights and support strategic initiatives. Explore, prototype, and implement generative AI solutions (e.g., large language models, generative adversarial networks) to solve business challenges and create new opportunities. The Senior Data Scientist works collaboratively with partner groups across Sales, Product, Marketing, Client Experience, and Operations to identify business challenges and provide data-driven solutions. We encourage creative thinking and experimentation with new data science techniques.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role you’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-2 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How You’ll Succeed

• Data analysis & insights generation - Analyze complex datasets to extract actionable insights and support strategic initiatives, maintaining a strong business focus and a drive to achieve measurable business outcomes through data-driven strategies.

• Advanced modeling & solution development - Develop predictive and generative AI solutions to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency, ensuring solution quality, integrity, and compliance with privacy and security standards.

• Cross-functional collaboration & communication - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business challenges and provide data-driven solutions, while effectively communicating findings, recommendations, and technical concepts to stakeholders at all levels, both technical and non-technical.

Who You Are

• You have an advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• You can demonstrate 2 to 5 years of work experience in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modelling in a business environment with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

• You can demonstrate excellent proficiency and 2 to 3 years of work experience in programming languages SQL, Spark and Python (including pandas and scikit-learn), and experience with data visualization tools. Pandas, scikit. It is an asset if you have work experience with cloud technologies and MLOPS (e.g. Databricks, MLFlow)

• AI Models & Tools: Experience with generative AI models (e.g., GPT-4) and platforms such as Azure AI Studio, Hugging Face, or OpenAI.

• You can demonstrate the ability to translate complex data and technical concepts into clear business insights and recommendations.

• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success.

• You have strong presentation , with the ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects utilizing effective judgment in prioritizing and time allocation.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.

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What CIBC Offers3>

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [e-mail]

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Toronto-161 Bay St., 4th

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Advanced Analytics, Analytical Thinking, Databricks Platform, Data Management, Data Science, Data Visualization, Large Language Models (LLMs), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Operations, Pandas Python Library, Predictive Analytics, Python (Programming Language), Spark SQL, Statistical Data Modeling, Strategy Implementation