Data Scientist, Credit Risk Quantification

Desjardins

Data Scientist quantifying credit risk in Desjardins's financing products. Leading model development and supporting various stakeholders with risk management expertise.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeMontréal • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mathematical modeling for risk management, with proficiency in SAS, SQL, and Python. Capable of effectively communicating complex information to diverse audiences while balancing business needs and risk management best practices.

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Mathematical ModelingCredit Risk ManagementSAS ProficiencySQL ProficiencyPython Programming

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Hard Skills

Mathematical ModelingCredit Risk ManagementQuantificationSAS ProficiencySQL ProficiencyPython Programming

Soft Skills

CommunicationStakeholder EngagementDecision Making

Industry Keywords

Basel StandardsIFRS StandardsRisk ManagementBusiness NeedsBest Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, use and develop mathematical models for risk management and diligently prepare associated documentation
Balance business needs, risk management, requirements and best practices
Lead or contribute to projects, mandates or activities in your field of expertise
Serve as a subject-matter expert to support various units and stakeholders across the organization
Explain information in plain language and based on the target audience in order to facilitate comprehension and, if applicable, decision making
Monitor the industry to understand and anticipate trends in your field of expertise to develop and update relevant best practices for the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in math, statistics, economics, finance or a related field
A minimum of four years of relevant experience
Experience in credit risk management and quantification
Knowledge of French is required
Intermediate advanced proficiency 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
Proficiency with SAS, SQL and Python programming tools
Knowledge of Basel standards
Knowledge of IFRS standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

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