The opportunity

We are seeking a talented and driven Data Scientist to join our team. In this role, you will work at transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that shape business strategy. If you are passionate about solving challenging problems and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, we want to hear from you.

Who you'll work with

You'll join the Analytics & AI team, a multidisciplinary group of data scientists, data analytics specialists, AI engineers, and data visualization experts. Collaborating closely in this environment, you'll support the development of Generative AI applications and the delivery & management of Analytical & AI technologies.

You’ll also work directly with Technology and internal business team clients (Capital Markets, Quants, Private Investment, and more).

The Data Scientist is a contributor to OTPP’s AI Practices and overall AI capabilities.

What you'll do

With management and peer support, you will

• design, develop, and implement AI models and algorithms to support investment decisions, risk management and operation efficiency initiatives.
• Support, analyze and help improve business KPIs through data science and analytics approaches
• Evaluate potential analytical and ML/AI use case for feasibility and prototyping
• Identify and evaluate new data sources for business applications
• Analyze and interpret sophisticated sets of structured/un-structured data to identify patterns and potential opportunities
• Visualize data, metrics, and patterns to produce insightful analytics, summarization and collaborate with teams on implementation
• Work directly with business teams to innovate, inspire change and data driven insights
• Continuously maintain, further develop and refine existing algorithms with new techniques, features or data
• Assist with Data Engineering activities in application development and deployment
• Contribute to building a well-managed ML/AI Ops practice within the organization
• Recommend and implement best practices related to ML algorithms including model development, validation, monitoring and re-fit
• Demonstrate promote good coding practices: documentation, version control and code review practices
• Key contributor in the AI Application and advanced AI techniques

Thought leadership:

• Stay current with technology and industry trends
• Explore and experiment new techniques, capability and new data sources, and make sound recommendations to business
• Turn experiments and improvement opportunities into solutions

Decision making:

• Continuously research and identify improvement opportunities with ML/AI techniques and alternative data source
• Recommend ML/AI approaches to solve various business problems and improve model outcomes/accuracy
• Contribute to decision making on necessary practices, maintenance, required technology and appropriateness of ML/AI related technology/data use

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree (relevant quantitative field of study)
• Passion about leveraging data science in investment and asset management context
• Previous experience in investment (Capital Market and/or Private Equities) is an asset
• Ability to quickly learn and adopt new technology and approaches
• Ability to independently research on potential solutions from both industry and academic resources
• Ability to articulate thoughts / ideas to effectively collaborate with business and IT partners
• Strong problem-solving skills working in a team-based environment
• Solid grasp of ML/AI applications, data science and other advanced analytic techniques

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What we’re offering

Pay-for-performance with base salary and annual incentive based on individual and enterprise performance. The Base Salary range for this level is as follows: $105,000 - $155,000. Individual compensation and placement of this role in the range is based on different factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, demonstrated competencies, and internal equity as they relate to the role.

• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive employer paid benefits coverage
• Retirement income through a defined benefit pension plan
• The opportunity to invest back into the fund through our Deferred Incentive Program
• A flexible work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working
• Competitive time off
• Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year
• Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out

Life at Teachers'.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

Accommodations are available upon request (peopleandculture@otpp.com) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.

Ontario Teachers’ may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with Ontario Teachers’ objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.

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Functional Areas:

Information Technology

Vacancy:

Current

Requisition ID:

6922
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