Data Scientist II

Job Description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us. About the role We’re looking for a Data Scientist II to join our growing team! What you'll do here: Develop Innovative Solutions : Utilize machine learning and advanced statistical methods to identify trends and patterns in complex datasets. Data Transformation : Convert complex databases into actionable insights and recommendations that can drive business strategy. Stay Current : Keep up with the latest trends and methodologies in data science and incorporate them into your work. Tool and Platform Maintenance : Assist in maintaining and improving our data mining tools and platforms to ensure their efficiency and reliability. Actionable Recommendations : Make strategic recommendations based on data analysis to support decision-making processes. Cross-Department Collaboration : Work closely with other departments to promote the adoption of data-driven decision-making across the organization. Quality Assurance : Validate the quality of analytical approaches and outputs produced by other team members to ensure high standards. What you bring to the table: Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. mathematics, engineering, operations research, statistics, geomatics, AI), or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 2 years of experience in advanced statistics, data mining, and text mining. Technical Skills : Proficiency in multiple platforms, including commercial and open-source data mining frameworks such as Python and GitHub. Machine Learning Expertise : Deep understanding of machine learning theories and methodologies. Specialization : Expertise in one or more areas such as computer vision, natural language processing, or artificial intelligence. Teamwork : Strong enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a team environment. Problem-Solving : Ability to tackle vaguely defined problems with creative and innovative solutions. Communication Skills : Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information to non-technical stakeholders. Time Management : Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines. No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada. #LI-Hybrid What we offer Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions. Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent me