Staff Data Scientist

Neo Financial

Calgary, AB, Canada
Base: strong base salary aligned with market range...
On-site
10+ years production ml experience
Credit risk or fraud detection background
Python and sql proficiency
Neo is a rapidly scaling fintech company aiming to build a more rewarding financial future for all Canadians

Job Summary

  • Neo is a rapidly scaling fintech company aiming to build a more rewarding financial future for all Canadians.
  • The Staff Data Scientist will own end-to-end model development across credit risk, fraud, and marketing while ensuring rigorous governance standards.
  • Employees receive competitive base salary, equity ownership, short-term incentives, and comprehensive benefits including 21 days PTO.

Matching Summary

Neo is a rapidly scaling fintech company aiming to build a more rewarding financial future for all Canadians.

Salary

Base: Strong base salary aligned with market ranges; Bonus/Equity: Short-term incentive plans tied to KPIs plus equity ownership; Benefits: Flexible health benefits, life insurance, personal spending accounts, and various discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years production ML experience
  • Credit risk or fraud detection background
  • Python and SQL proficiency
  • XGBoost LightGBM CatBoost expertise
  • Neural network development with PyTorch
  • AWS GCP or Azure cloud experience
  • AI coding tools like Cursor Claude Code

Nice-to-have

  • Causal inference frameworks DoWhy EconML
  • AWS ECS SageMaker experience
  • Strong executive stakeholder management
  • Experience mentoring teams of 5+ members
  • Deep knowledge of model governance compliance

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years deploying production ML
  • Background in financial services ML
  • Proven track record managing DS teams
  • Hands-on experience with MLOps processes
  • Familiarity with regulated ML compliance

Work Rights

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