Data Scientist II

Toronto, ONTARIO, CA • Posted 20 hours ago • Updated 8 hours ago
Contract W2
On-site
$45 - $55/hr
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Job Details

Skills

  • Information Management
  • Performance Analysis
  • Data Manipulation
  • Technical Writing
  • Statistics
  • Mathematics
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Finance
  • Analytics
  • Regression Analysis
  • Ensemble
  • Risk Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Auditing
  • Banking
  • Financial Services
  • Fraud
  • Identity Management
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Databricks
  • PySpark
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Documentation
  • Management
  • Collaboration

Summary

Toronto or Markham hybrid (two days onsite), this opportunity is with a leading financial institution. The team is seeking a Data Scientist, specifically a Business Information Management Analyst, for an initial six-month engagement with the possibility of extension. The role focuses on Python, SQL, machine learning methodology, model performance analysis, model governance, Databricks and PySpark.

The main feature of this opportunity is the chance to work at the intersection of data science, fraud prevention and enterprise model governance without being limited to routine data manipulation or model building. You will evaluate third-party machine learning models that help verify customer identity, translate complex technical documentation into clear internal standards, and present your findings to stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a quantitatively strong analyst who enjoys understanding how models work, challenges their performance and communicates technical concepts clearly.

Contract Duration: 6 months (extension possible)

Required Skills & Experience
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in analytics, data science, model governance, model risk, fraud analytics or financial crime analytics
  • Strong Python and SQL skills
  • Practical understanding of machine learning methodology
  • Experience with classification, regression, ensemble methods and anomaly detection

Desired Skills & Experience
  • Experience with Databricks and PySpark
  • Exposure to model validation, model risk management, compliance or audit
  • Banking, financial services or other regulated-industry experience
  • Familiarity with customer identity verification, fraud detection or access management models

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown
  • 40% Python, SQL, Databricks, and PySpark
  • 35% Machine learning
  • 25% Model documentation, governance and third party vendor model review

Daily Responsibilities
  • 35% Hands On Duties
  • 25% Management Duties
  • 40% Team collaboration

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits:

Statutory Vacation

Holiday Pay
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  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 887481
  • Posted 20 hours ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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