The mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair, efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets, to foster capital formation, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy, operational, and enforcement activities. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.We offer a diverse, fair, and flexible work environment and take pride in our challenging and rewarding work.The opportunityReporting to the Manager, Analytics & Technology Innovation, you will provide strategic leadership and hands-on technical expertise in advanced analytics and data science.

You will develop cloud-based analytics products, help shape the OSC’s analytics roadmap, and guide technical staff while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization.This is an opportunity for an experienced data science professional who combines deep technical capability with strong business judgment, clear communication, and an understanding of capital markets or regulatory environments.What you will doLead the design and delivery of advanced analytics and data science solutions for divisions across the OSC.Mine, clean, analyze and synthesize large structured and unstructured data sets into useful data products and insights.Architect, prototype, test and deliver complex cloud-based analytics solutions that demonstrate business value quickly.Lead multiple analytics projects in parallel, managing deliverables, timelines,



service commitments and stakeholder expectations.Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify needs, onboard and refine data, and translate abstract concepts into tangible deliverables.Apply Python, artificial intelligence, natural language processing and text mining to solve complex business problems.Contribute to analytics standards, methodologies, controls and best practices, including code review, quality assurance and knowledge sharing.Guide and mentor data science team staff, coordinate task-level work, monitor progress and support capability development.Build training materials and educate OSC staff on new analytics processes and products.Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, stakeholder demonstrations and daily scrums.What you bringBachelor's degree in mathematics, computer science, computer engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. A master's degree is considered an asset.At least five years of relevant experience in data science, advanced analytics or application development.Experience working in capital markets, a regulatory setting or a financial setting.Advanced proficiency with Python and experience with analytics or development technologies such as R, Scala, PySpark,



Angular or React JS.Strong experience delivering complex data science solutions using open-source tools and Microsoft Azure services.Expertise in natural language processing, text mining, artificial intelligence, and structured and unstructured big data.The ability to assess emerging AI developments and identify practical applications for the organization.The ability to communicate complex technical and business concepts clearly to diverse audiences at all levels.Experience mentoring junior staff and helping build stronger technical teams.OSC Employees: please apply in Workday using the Browse Jobs feature within your Jobs Hub *We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace and providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code.

It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrier-free to all under-represented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.Ascend Canada, BlackNorth Initiative, Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and Pride at Work CanadaIf you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our confidential inbox [email protected] Accessibility at the OSC to review the OSC’s policies on accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.

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📌 Senior Data Scientist - E-Commerce (Toronto)
🏢 Ontario Securities Commission
📍 Toronto