Senior Data Scientist

Job Description

BI/Data Scientist-Senior (CAD):
On behalf of our technology client, Procom is searching for a NAM-CA-BI/Data Scientist-Senior (CAD) for a contract role. This position is a hybrid position with 3 days onsite at our client’s Mississauga office.

BI/Data Scientist-Senior (CAD) - Job Description:
As a Data Science Analyst, you will work on developing and deploying predictive and prescriptive models to derive business insights from large datasets. The role involves supporting machine learning lifecycle processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver analytical solutions.

BI/Data Scientist-Senior (CAD) - Responsibilities:
• Analyze large structured and unstructured datasets to identify trends, patterns, and business insights.
• Perform data cleansing, transformation, and feature engineering to support model development.
• Develop, test, and maintain predictive and prescriptive models using statistical and machine learning techniques.
• Support the deployment of analytical solutions into production environments in partnership with technology teams.
• Contribute to the implementation of machine learning lifecycle processes, including development, testing, training, monitoring, and performance evaluation.
• Collaborate with business, technology, and risk partners to understand requirements and translate them into analytical solutions.
• Document methodologies, assumptions, and model results to support governance and review processes.
• Present analytical findings and project updates to team members and stakeholders.
• Continuously learn and apply emerging techniques in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Generative AI.

BI/Data Scientist-Senior (CAD) - Mandatory Skills:
• Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, advanced analytics, or a related field.
• Experience developing and evaluating machine learning models.
• Working knowledge of ML/DL techniques and model development processes.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, Spark, PySpark, TensorFlow, or similar analytical and model-building tools.
• Familiarity with LLMs and GenAI technologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

BI/Data Scientist-Senior (CAD) – Nice-to-Have Skills:
• Experience supporting ML, AI, or GenAI initiatives in a production environment.
• Familiarity with distributed data and computing platforms such as Hadoop, Hive, Spark, or cloud-based analytics platforms.
• Exposure to banking, Retail Risk management, or financial services.
• Basic understanding of capital markets, financial instruments, and quantitative modeling concepts.

BI/Data Scientist-Senior (CAD) – Assignment Length:
This is a contract position.

BI/Data Scientist-Senior (CAD) - Start Date:
ASAP.

BI/Data Scientist-Senior (CAD) - Assignment Location:
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office.

This employer uses both human and technology-assisted tools to support candidate screening and assessment. Final hiring decisions are made by people.