Overview 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.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 initiativesSupport, analyze and help improve business KPIs through data science and analytics approachesEvaluate potential analytical and ML/AI use case for feasibility and prototypingIdentify and evaluate current data sources for business applicationsAnalyze and interpret sophisticated sets of structured/unstructured data to identify patterns and potential opportunitiesVisualize data, metrics, and patterns to produce insightful analytics, summarization and collaborate with teams on implementationWork directly with business teams to innovate, inspire change and data driven insightsContinuously maintain, further develop and refine existing algorithms with new techniques, features or dataAssist with Data Engineering activities in application development and deploymentContribute to building a well-managed ML/AI Ops practice within the organizationRecommend and implement best practices related to ML algorithms including model development, validation, monitoring and re‐fitDemonstrate promote good coding practices: documentation,



version control and code review practicesKey contributor in the AI Application and advanced AI techniquesThought Leadership Stay current with technology and industry trendsExplore and experiment new techniques, capability and new data sources, and make sound recommendations to businessTurn experiments and improvement opportunities into solutionsDecision Making Continuously research and identify improvement opportunities with ML/AI techniques and alternative data sourceRecommend ML/AI approaches to solve various business problems and improve model outcomes/accuracyContribute to decision making on necessary practices, maintenance, required technology and appropriateness of ML/AI related technology/data useWhat You'll Need Bachelor's degree (relevant quantitative field of study)Passion about leveraging data science in investment and asset management contextPrevious experience in investment (Capital Market and/or Private Equities) is an assetAbility to quickly learn and adopt new technology and approachesAbility to independently research on potential solutions from both industry and academic resourcesAbility to articulate thoughts / ideas to effectively collaborate with business and IT partnersStrong problem-solving skills working in a team-based environmentSolid grasp of ML/AI applications, data science and other advanced analytic techniquesMachine Learning/AI/Gen-AI/Agentic experience in industry or an academic setting with 2+ years experiencesExperience in mathematical and statistical modelling to support predictive decision makingProficient programming skills in Python / Spark or other open-source programming languages and how to leverage related librariesProficient SQL skill in mining complex and multi-sourced data environmentExperience in cloud computing environmentExperience with data visualization toolsProficient with Git workflowWhat 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 developmentComprehensive employer paid benefits coverageRetirement income through a defined benefit pension planThe opportunity to invest back into the fund through our Deferred Incentive ProgramA flexible work environment combining in office collaboration and remote workingCompetitive time offOur Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each yearEmployee discount programs including Edvantage and PerkopolisOntario 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 ([email protected]) 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.To learn more about how Teachers' uses AI with your personal information, please visit our Privacy Centre.Functional AreasInformation TechnologyVacancyCurrentRequisition ID6922#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Data Scientist - $105,000 - $155,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board
📍 Toronto