Data Scientist

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The position at a glance

The Analytics Lab is BNP Paribas CIB’s center of excellence in AI/Machine Learning, responsible for spearheading the bank’s AI transformation initiatives. If you strive for technical and engineering excellence and are excited to work directly with our internal clients to help them reach their AI ambitions, this is the perfect job for you! You’ll join a stimulating work environment, tackling high-impact projects where you’ll have the chance to showcase your technical expertise and further develop your skills.

In detail

The role of AI/ML Specialist involves the following responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and rigorously evaluate AI/ML solutions that are aligned with the bank’s overall strategy and goals.
• Work with the business to translate their requirements into high-impact AI/ML solutions.
• Stay current with the latest technical developments in the fields of GenAI, AI, and ML and identify opportunities to apply those at the bank.
• Communicate technical concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Collaborate with internal clients to identify new opportunities for ML applications and models.
• Work with Application Development teams to deploy and support ML models in production environments.
  
  

The Strengths And Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Master’s degree or above in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, Statistics, or Mathematics).
• Professional working proficiency in English language is required
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Hands-on experience contributing to data science, machine learning, deep learning, or GenAI projects in Python. In particular :
• Demonstrable portfolio of data science / machine learning projects.
• Hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, PyTorch) and/or GenAI/Agentic frameworks (e.g., transformers, langchain/langgraph, llamaindex, OpenAI Agents SDK, crewAI).
• Command of at least one data analysis and processing library (e.g., pandas, SQL, Spark, Dask).
• Experience with visualization libraries (matplotlib, seaborn, plotly).
  
• Experience with version control (git), Linux environment, and command-line interfaces.
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge English and French is required.
• Strong work ethic and ability to deal with confidential information
  
  

Nice-to-have Qualifications:

• Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP).
• Experience with modern RAG techniques.
• Experience parsing complex documents.
• Experience in deploying models to production.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GIT, Jenkins, …) and MLOps (MLFlow).
• Experience with containerization techniques (Docker & Kubernetes).
• Experience with mentoring junior team members.
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Professional working proficiency in English language is required.
  
  

While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted

What’s In It For You

Alongside a competitive compensation, we provide a comprehensive suite of flexible benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and long‑term success:

Health & Wellness – A menu of flexible options for you and your family, including a 24/7 telemedicine service.

Mental‑Health Support – Up to $5,000 per year for sessions with mental‑health practitioners, plus unlimited access through our Employee Assistance Program.

Financial Benefits – A defined‑contribution pension plan and a range of additional financial perks.

Paid Volunteering Days – Take time off to give back to the community.

Learning & Development – Access to high‑quality training, personal‑development programs, and clear pathways for internal career progression across our global organization.

Work‑place flexibility – Hybrid work is available for most roles. You’ll be required in the office at least three days per week, with one of those days being either a Monday or a Friday.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

BNP Paribas is committed to fostering a work environment where all employees can feel heard, valued, safe and supported, and can be their authentic selves.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About Us

BNP Paribas, the leading bank in the European Union and a major global financial institution, operates in 63 countries and has nearly 178,000 employees. Its mission is to foster a responsible, sustainable economy by financing and advising clients to the highest ethical standards while addressing environmental, regional development, and social inclusion concerns. With over 1,700 employees in Montreal and Toronto, BNP Paribas in Canada strives to develop long-term relationships with its clients by supporting their business strategies and meeting their financing and investment needs, both locally and abroad.

Our certifications and partnerships

• Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2026
• Montreal’s Top Employers 2026
• Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2026
• Women in Governance Platinum-Parity Certification
• LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
  
  

What You Need To Know

• BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
• You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;
• If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision FINRA.org
  
  

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