Do you love to straddle the worlds of business, math, and technology? When faced with a new problem, is your first instinct “How can I use data to solve this problem?"

We are looking for a Data Scientist to join our Asset Management Branch and help grow data science capabilities across the Ministry of Transportation.

About the job: As a Data Scientist,

• Train, deploy, and maintain statistical and machine learning models.
• Conduct exploratory, predictive, and statistical analyses using complex data.
• Apply data science techniques to improve model performance and outcomes.
• Design and build data pipelines that collect and prepare data from a variety of government sources.
• Create visualizations and other tools that communicate insights and support informed decision-making.
• Partner with policy and operational teams across government to deliver integrated data, analytics, and data science solutions.

Analytical Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience applying descriptive, exploratory, inferential, and predictive analytics techniques.
• Knowledge of the mathematical foundations of common data science and machine learning approaches.
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple data sources while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and apply public sector policy, program, and research methods

Technical Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience applying data science, advanced analytics, data mining, statistical modelling, and evidence-informed decision-making practices.
• Experience using Power BI and programming languages such as Python, R, or Scala and query languages such as SQL to prepare, analyze, and model large and complex datasets.
• Knowledge of data management principles and best practices for working with structured and unstructured data.
• Experience working in cloud-based analytics platforms such as Databricks.

Communication, Consultation and Relationship-Building Skills

• Experience communicating data and insights through dashboards, reports, presentations, and briefings.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong consultation, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to influence, build consensus, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills to address issues and achieve project objectives.

Problem Solving and Strategic Thinking Skills

• Investigate complex problems, challenge assumptions, and make sense of information.
• Think creatively and apply data-driven approaches to identify innovative solutions.
• Ask the right questions, seek feedback, and refine analyses to reach meaningful and actionable conclusions

Project Management Skills

• Experience working on projects involving diverse teams, stakeholder groups, and competing priorities.
• Experience leading projects independently and delivering results on time.
• Ability to learn and apply structured project management approaches such as Agile and PMBOK.

Address: 1 English Permanent - Full Time, 301 St Paul St, St Catharines, West Region

Posted on: Monday, July 13, 2026

How to apply: Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID246468, by Monday, July 27, 2026. Please follow the instructions to submit your application.