Machine Learning jobs in Canada

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.

Join a leadership team of actuaries, data scientists and engineers at the forefront of leveraging data to drive decisions at every level of our organization. The insurance industry is undergoing a data‑driven, technology revolution and you will be in the driver’s seat.

Insurance pricing, underwriting, claims and other core insurance functions are all looking for actionable insights that can be coaxed out of our data. You and your team will work with these business areas to realize this value & further embed data science in our operations.

Our leadership team collectively seeks to expand our very strong and diverse talent base. You will take shared ownership for continuing this successful growth.

• Oversee, develop and mentor a highly productive team of data scientists, actuaries & insurance professionals.
• Establish a vision with stakeholders and create a culture that treats data and data science as essential assets.
• Lead the development and deployment of modern tools and pricing solutions.
• Deliver on an ambitious model‑building and pricing roadmap for commercial insurance.

• 7+ years of experience in data science, actuarial or other analytical roles.
• Cross‑functional skills that allow you to straddle the worlds of data scientists, actuaries, engineers & core insurance functions.
• The ability to not simply build a great algorithm or solution but also to generate buy‑in, excitement and support for the offering.
• Excellent leadership skills and a track record of high engagement, innovation and empowerment of your team.

• Proven experience in developing and implementing price modeling strategies using advanced machine learning techniques.
• Strong background in price optimization, retention modeling, and conversion modeling.
• Recognition as a clear subject matter expert in one or more of; pricing, underwriting, claims, predictive modeling, data science, or other insurance functions.
• Fluent in both English and French, with the ability to communicate effectively in both languages.

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

• Hybrid flexible work model.

• Outstanding career development opportunities.

• We’ll support your professional development education.

• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.

• Employee‑driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.

• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted internally & externally.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.