Data scientist jobs in Canada (959 jobs)

Find data scientist jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Nov 8, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 959
Employers: 459

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $125,131Across 97 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $70.77Across 40 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 7%66 listings
Hybrid: 48%465 listings
On-site: 45%427 listings

Not specified: <1% (1 listing)

Employers hiring include TD (43), S M Software Solutions Inc (26), National Bank of Canada (20).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Associate Data Scientist
AlgaeCal
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Associate Data Scientist
AlgaeCal
Remote, Canada
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Associate Data Scientist
AlgaeCal
Remote, Canada
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Associate Data Scientist
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Remote, Canada
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Data Architect
Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA)
Toronto, ON · FSRA Head Office
- Full-time
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Senior AI Machine Learning Engineer
SAP
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Senior Enterprise Information Data Architect (35902)
Myticas Consulting
Canada
- Contract
Senior Enterprise Information / Data Architect
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Data Scientist – GenAI & Machine Learning
Recruit Action inc.
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- $45 to $60 CAD / hour
- Contract
Bring your passion for data, machine learning, and GenAI to the insurance sector for our client. Support the development of practical, innovative solutions while contributing to advanced…
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Senior Data Modeler
Tundra Technical Solutions
Richmond Hill, ON
- $70 to $80 CAD / hour
- Contract
ROLE: Senior Data Modeler – 6 Months Contract
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CEVA SANTE ANIMALE
Guelph, ON
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Senior Data Scientist
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Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Lead Data Modeler / Data Modeling Architect – Capital Management
Kelly
Toronto, ON
- Contract
This is a senior, architecture-focused position responsible for defining the logical data models that will underpin the bank's capital management and measurement capabilities.
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Lead AI/ML Data Scientist - VP
Citi
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Machine Learning Engineer
Pinnacle
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Sr AWS Data Architect (Databricks)
Ccube
Remote, Canada
- $150,000 to $180,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
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Lead Data Scientist
AgileGrid Solutions
Canada
- Full-time
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Data Scientist
Globant
ON · Ontario, Canada
- $130,000 to $140,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
At Globant, we are looking for a talented Data Scientist II to join our team and help design, develop, and implement advanced analytics and AI-driven solutions that address complex business…
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Data Scientist III
TD
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Data Scientist II
Metrolinx
Canada
- Full-time
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Consultant, Data Scientist
Project X
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Project X Ltd. builds high-performing teams of talented, client-focused problem solvers who thrive on complex data challenges. Guided by our values of Care, Bravery, Excellence, and…
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Senior Data Scientist
Intact FC
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Asana
Vancouver, BC
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Data Scientist, Global AML Transaction Monitoring
Royal Bank of Canada
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
As Data Scientist, Transaction Monitoring, you will develop and maintain an efficient and effective AML/ATF Transaction Monitoring program that considers regulatory expectations, industry…
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Associate Director - Lead Data Modeler/Analyst
Royal Bank of Canada
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
The Trading & Execution Services (TES) Data Services team within Capital Markets Technology has elevated data to first-class citizen status, providing strategic solutions for the capture,…
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Big Data Developer
TechNeptune Consulting Inc.
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Desjardins

Data Scientist, Market Risk Models

Montreal, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 14, 2026

Original job description

Temporary 12 months position.

The Capital Markets Data Valorization Team is looking for a junior data scientist to join the dynamic market risk model design team, which works closely with the middle office and data validation team. You will help implement and document the methodology for models related to derivatives, market risk metrics (VaR, stress tests) and regulatory frameworks (FRTB, SIMM, ICAAP). The position requires a solid technical foundation, strong learning, collaboration and communication skills, and an analytical mindset so you can effectively support the team’s work and participate in ongoing initiatives. More specifically, you will be required to :

Help draft and update methodological documentation for derivatives and market risk models.
Help update and document quantification methodologies for risk metrics (VaR, stress tests) and regulatory frameworks (FRTB, SIMM, ICAAP), according to the established standards.
Help review model inputs and components, in collaboration with stakeholders.
Help implement new products in risk systems (Murex, MSCI RiskMetrics, FIS Adaptiv).
Participate in workshops to formalize model needs and support their implementation.
Contribute to the development of risk modelling practices through analysis, proposals and exploratory work.

What we offer*

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

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

Bachelor’s degree in finance, financial engineering or a related field
A minimum of four years of relevant experience in a market risk management or financial market environment
Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Experience working with a middle office, modelling team or model validation team
Knowledge of French is required
Advanced proficiency 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
Advanced Excel skills

Action oriented, Complexity, Customer Focus, Differences, Innovation, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

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. At Desjardins, 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!

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Job Family

Data (FG)

Unposting Date

2026-11-4

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Responsibilities

Support the design, implementation, and documentation of derivatives and market risk models, including VaR, stress tests, and regulatory methodologies such as FRTB, SIMM, and ICAAP. Review model inputs with stakeholders, implement products in risk systems, participate in workshops, and contribute analysis and proposals to improve risk modeling practices.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in finance, financial engineering, or a related field and at least four years of relevant experience in market risk management or financial markets are required, though equivalent combinations may be considered. Experience with a middle office, modeling, or model validation team, advanced Excel skills, French proficiency, and advanced English proficiency are also required.

Skills

Market Risk Modeling
Derivatives
Value at Risk (VaR)
Stress Testing
Regulatory Frameworks
Model Documentation
Model Validation
Advanced Excel
Financial Markets
Risk Quantification
Stakeholder Collaboration
Analytical Thinking
Communication
French
English

Benefits

Annual Bonus
Flexible Vacation
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Group Insurance
Telemedicine
Health and Wellness Expense Reimbursement

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Keywords

Capital Markets
Data Valorization
Market Risk Models
Derivatives
Value at Risk (VaR)
Stress Tests
FRTB
SIMM
ICAAP
Risk Quantification
Model Methodology
Model Documentation
Model Inputs
Model Validation
Middle Office
Murex
MSCI RiskMetrics
FIS Adaptiv
Risk Systems
Advanced Excel
Financial Engineering
Market Risk Management
Workshops
Regulatory Frameworks

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