Description
Position Overview<br/><br/>The Data Scientist position reports to the Manager, Advanced Analytics Discovery & Design in Canadian Tire Bank’s Credit Management & Bank Operations department. The role investigates the potential of new machine‑learning and AI technologies for adoption within the bank.
What you’ll do<br/><br/>Research innovative machine‑learning tools and techniques and assess their suitability for adoption.
Build and maintain custom predictive models, covering all steps from ideation to production.
Develop benchmarks and reporting to evaluate the performance of new ML models.
Participate in the evaluation of new third‑party tools and provide guidance on adoption.
Create automation processes/tools to increase efficiency within the division.
Perform ad‑hoc analysis as requested by business partners, managers and senior leadership and communicate results.
Perform quantitative analysis on the CTB portfolio and translate results into actionable recommendations.
Foster relationships with internal business partners to develop a thorough understanding of the business and ensure credit‑risk interests are addressed in collaborative projects.
Prioritize and manage multiple work assignments in a changing business environment to ensure projects are implemented on time and with quality.
What you bring<br/><br/>University degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Statistics, Economics, Mathematics).
5+ years of experience in data analytics and/or data science.
Natural curiosity and an independent drive for self‑learning and understanding.
Demonstrated superior analytical, mathematical and problem‑solving skills.
Proven ability to program in languages such as SAS, SQL and Python.
Proven ability to translate business needs into statistically sound solutions, and vice versa.
Big‑picture thinking: ability to step back and understand impacts on a larger scale and explain complex analytical recommendations to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
High attention to detail and ability to map business needs into solution requirements.
Strong written and oral communication skills when presenting results to business stakeholders.
Knowledge of the credit‑card lifecycle and credit‑risk management is preferred.
Compensation and Benefits<br/><br/>Salary Range: $64,000 – $106,000 (typical hiring range $85,000–$95,000). Benefits include comprehensive benefits and retirement programs, performance incentives, continuing education programs, perks to support well‑being, career growth opportunities and product discounts.
Equal Opportunity Employer<br/><br/>Canadian Tire is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome and encourage candidates from all equity‑seeking groups and encourage applicants to request accommodations during the application and interview process.<br/><br/>#J-18808-Ljbffr
