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Data Scientist

Data Scientist

Cititec TalentToronto, ON, Canada
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Our client, a renowned trading firm, is embarking on a strategic expansion of its AI and Machine Learning capabilities within its central technology team. As a leader in the trading industry, the firm is committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive automation, enhance decision-making, and maintain its competitive advantage in a fast-evolving market.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist with a strong academic background and hands-on experience in deploying AI / ML solutions within real-world trading environments. The ideal candidate will have a track record of initiating and executing AI-driven projects—particularly within financial organisations.

A background in text analysis and research applications, such as equity research, is highly relevant. Expertise in advanced language models like ChatGPT (or similar) is particularly desirable, alongside strong Python skills for implementing AI-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and evaluate potential AI and Machine Learning use cases across the firm to drive innovation and efficiency.
  • Develop and deploy AI / ML models, focusing on technology-driven optimisation rather than direct trading strategies.
  • Collaborate with traders, quantitative analysts, and technology teams to identify opportunities where AI can enhance decision-making processes.
  • Lead the development of advanced AI tools for financial text analysis and market forecasting, leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs).

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Strong academic background in Quantitative, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field, focusing on AI and Machine Learning.
  • Strong Python skills, with expertise in AI / ML libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Hugging Face.
  • Demonstrated experience in applying AI and Machine Learning in a trading or equity research context with tangible outcomes and improvements.
  • Similar experience to developing an advanced AI Tool for Financial Text Analysis - leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) for deep interpretation of financial texts with the aim is to create a tool for advanced financial market analysis and forecasting, supported by an innovative MLOps pipeline.
  • Expertise in using and developing applications with ChatGPT or similar language models.
  • Previous involvement in projects related to the optimisation of technology through automation.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across different teams and to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.