Data Scientist, Data valorization

Responsibilities

Design, use and develop decision‑making strategies for credit management and diligently prepare associated documentation

Build innovative algorithms to evolve our risk strategies

Support the transformation of credit risk strategies and maximize their financial impact

Balance business needs, risk management, requirements and best practices

Lead or contribute to projects, mandates or activities in your field of expertise

Serve as a specialist in your field of expertise for units in the organization and practitioners

Adapt information for different target audiences to make it easier to understand and, where applicable, support decision‑making

Monitor the industry to understand and anticipate trends in your field of expertise to develop and update relevant best practices for the organization

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement

Group insurance including telemedicine

Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in math, statistics, economics, finance or a related field

A minimum of four years of relevant experience

Machine learning experience : Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and their application in credit risk management

Experience in credit risk management and quantification

Knowledge of French is required

Intermediate knowledge of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English‑speaking partners, members and / or clients

Proficiency with SAS, SQL and Python programming tools

Complexity, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We’re committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. We have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there’s something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you’re applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Other Information

Job Family : Data (FG)

Seniority Level : Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type : Full‑time

Job Function : Engineering and Information Technology

Industries : Banking

Unposting Date : 2026-02-02

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