Work Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours: 37.5

Line of Business: Analytics, Insights, & Artificial Intelligence

Pay Details: $140,000 - $250,000 CAD

The pay details posted reflect a temporary market premium specific to this role that is reassessed annually. TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description

We are currently seeking talented individuals for a variety of positions, ranging from junior to senior levels, and will evaluate your application in its entirety. Layer 6 is the AI research centre of excellence for TD Bank Group. We develop and deploy industry-leading machine learning systems that impact the lives of over 27 million customers, helping more people achieve their financial goals and needs. Our research broadly spans the field of machine learning with areas such as deep learning and generative AI, time series forecasting and responsible use of AI. We have access to massive financial datasets and actively collaborate with world renowned academic faculty. We are always looking for people driven to be at the cutting edge of machine learning in research, engineering,



and impactful applications.

As a Research Machine Learning Scientist, you will Join a world-class team of machine learning researchers with an extensive track record in both academia and industry. Research, develop, and apply new techniques in deep learning to advance our industry leading products. Work with large-scale, real-world datasets that range from banking transactions, to large document collections. Collaborate closely with our engineering team in a fast-paced startup workplace and see your research deployed in production with very short turnaround.

Required Qualifications

- PhD or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field
- Strong background in machine learning and deep learning
- 2+ years of research experience with publication record
- Proven track record of applying machine learning to solve real-world problems

Preferred Qualifications

- Depth of experience in relevant ML research disciplines
- Hands on experience in software systems development
- Experience with one or more of Pytorch, Tensorflow, Jax, or comparable library
- Experience with Spark, SQL, or comparable database systems
- Experience using GPUs for accelerated deep learning training
- Familiarity with cloud computing systems like Azure or AWS
- Experience in LLM post-training and inference methods




- Deep understanding of reinforcement learning and its applications to agent training

Who We Are

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home. Please be advised that this job opportunity

📌 Research Machine Learning Scientist (Toronto)
🏢 The Toronto-Dominion Bank (Canada)
📍 Toronto