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Financial Crime Analytics Data Scientist
Desjardins
- Quebec, Québec, Canada
- Quebec, Québec, Canada
About
Our department plays a strategic role in financial crime prevention (FCP) by developing, modernizing and overseeing advanced analytics models that can detect suspicious activities. We work at the heart of the FCP ecosystem, in close collaboration with the second line of defence, operations and IT teams, to meet regulatory requirements, improve monitoring and accelerate progress in analytical performance. In a context of major change, including the gradual adoption of generative AI (GenAI), the migration of our analytical assets to Microsoft Azure and the future use of Databricks as a data science development platform, you'll actively contribute to the modernization of our models and tools. As a financial crime analytics data scientist, you'll help design, calibrate, update and roll out our detection models and ensure they are robust and compliant. You'll play a key role in improving the relevance of monitoring, automating alert processing and continuously optimizing model performance. More specifically, you will be required to:
Help define and develop the FCP practice's analytical strategies by providing an innovative, performance-oriented vision
Design, document and update advanced analytics models to prevent financial crime
Serve as an expert with internal partners to explain models, recommend solutions, explain identified risks in plain language and support decisions
Participate in large-scale projects to roll out alert processing and modernize the analytics ecosystem
Monitor analytics and technology to anticipate emerging risks and propose relevant innovations
Work with the second line of defence, operations and IT to ensure model quality, consistency, security and compliance throughout the life cycle
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 and telework equipment
Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.
What You Bring To The Table
Bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, computer science, mathematics or a related field
Academic specialization beyond the bachelor's degree level
A minimum of six years of relevant data modelling or data science experience
Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Financial crime certification (CAMS, CFCS)
Knowledge of French is required
Intermediate knowledge 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
Expertise with data science methodologies and their limitations (machine learning, statistics, etc.)
Expertise in explaining complex concepts to non-technical parties
Python programming skills
Proficiency in analytical product development practices (Git, MLflow, familiarity with MLOps concepts)
Proficiency in development with Apache Spark
Knowledge of development approaches using generative AI
Knowledge of Microsoft Azure environment (Databricks)
Knowledge of financial crime practices and regulatory frameworks (FINTRAC, FATF)
Action oriented, Customer Focus, Differences, Innovation, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Resourcefulness, Strategic mindset
Trade Union (If applicable)
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.
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- English
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