Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Position Description
CGI is seeking a Sr. Data Scientist to join our Emerging Technology Practice. We focus on solving real-world challenges for our clients and as part of our AI & ML team, you'll be pivotal in translating complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. Our cross-functional teams work closely with our clients to understand their business needs and implement cutting-edge solutions. We look for Data Scientists who are passionate about building and deploying machine learning models, have experience with the full stack end-to-end AI lifecycle, and are great communicators.

Your future duties and responsibilities
Engage in meetings with client stakeholders to drive out requirements
Analyze business problems and create impactful advanced analytic or machine learning solutions
Use data manipulation tools to source, transform, and blend data from multiple different data sources
Operationalize machine learning models for adoption across the enterprise
Write clear, concise, well-documented code and perform code review for peers
Translate business objectives into quantitative metrics to achieve business goals and drive KPIs
Ability to lead Jr. data scientists and analysts serving as a mentor
Prepare and present solutions to executive audiences
Potential regional travel to client sites

Required qualifications to be successful in this role
Machine Learning
Ability to explain machine learning techniques and algorithms such as K-NN, Nave Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests, etc.
Use of statistical models including experience with regression, classification, clustering, NLP, and computer vision
Practice with feature extraction and dimensionality reduction
Exposure to visualization tools to present your findings and insights including PowerBI, Tableau, Dash, ggplot, R Shiny, matplotlib, D3,js, etc.
Familiarity with Large Language Models & Generative AI

Programming Abilities
Python, R, and SQL
Custom code to create, train, and deploy machine learning models or advanced analytics
Version/source control

Data Manipulation
Data warehouses and file stores such as Snowflake, RedShift, Teradata, BigQuery, Amazon S3, Amazon RDS, Azure Synapse, Databricks Lakehouse, etc.
Ability to ingest, blend, and transform data for modeling inputs including exposure to data storage, ETL, and manipulation tools
Unstructured data transformation, such as text documents or images
Utilization of embedding models and Vector DBs to transform and store natural language data

Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Ability to communicate about handling multiple priorities and deadlines
Data Narration and storytelling with demonstrated ability to present to executive audience
Participation in Go-To-Market initiatives to help CGI gain new clients and projects

BS or MS in Computer Science, Computational Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, Statistics or equivalent

Desired Qualifications:
Scaling production-facing applications in large enterprise environments
Exposure to creating MVP web application with Dash or Streamlit
Deep learning models - neural networks, auto-encoders, GPTs, etc.
Past experience in leading teams or mentoring junior resources
Previous consulting experience

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The
determination of this range includes various factors not limited to: skill set level; experience and training; and licensure and
certifications. CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are
dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $84,000 - $209,200.

At CGI we call our professionals 'members' to reinforce that all who join our team are, as owners, empowered to participate in the challenges and rewards that come from building a world-class company. CGI's benefits include:
Competitive base salaries
Eligibility to participate in an attractive Share Purchase Plan (SPP) in which the company matches dollar-for-dollar contributions made by eligible employees, up to a maximum, for their job category
401(k) Plan and Profit Participation for eligible members
Generous holidays, vacation, and sick leave plans
Comprehensive insurance plans that include, among other benefits, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, out-of-county emergency coverage in all countries of employment;
Back-up child care, Pet insurance, a Member Assistance Program, a 529 college savings program, a personal financial management tool, lifestyle management programs and more

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Insights you can act on

While technology is at the heart of our clients' digital transformation, we understand that people are at the heart of business success.

When you join CGI, you become a trusted advisor, collaborating with colleagues and clients to bring forward actionable insights that deliver meaningful and sustainable outcomes. We call our employees 'members' because they are CGI shareholders and owners and owners who enjoy working and growing together to build a company we are proud of. This has been our Dream since 1976, and it has brought us to where we are today - one of the world's largest independent providers of IT and business consulting services.

At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities. As an equal-opportunity employer, we want to empower all our members to succeed and grow. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will be happy to assist.

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