Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 12484

Position Status: Temporary Full Time

Position Type: Hybrid

Office Location: Calgary (AB); Montreal (QC); Ottawa (ON); Toronto (ON); Vancouver (BC); Winnipeg (MB)

Travel Requirement: Travel not required

Language Designation: Bilingual

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): BBB

Security Requirement: Reliability Status

Salary: Our salaries generally range from $ 86816.59 to $ 108520.74 and are based on qualifications and experience.

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a contract employee:

• Accrued vacation.
• Annual individual performance bonus.
• Group insurance coverage to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.
• While positions at CMHC require some in-office presence, alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates.

About the role

Join the Analytics & Strategic Insights team, in the Data Scientist II position. In this role, you will use data, analytics, and automation to help solve business challenges, identify trends and risks, and support better decision-making across the organization.

You will work with a variety of data sources and collaborate with business partners, subject matter experts, and technology teams to deliver insights and innovative solutions that support CMHC's strategic objectives.

This is a temporary position with a duration of 13 months.

What you'll do:

• Analyze complex data and provide actionable insights and recommendations.
• Build and maintain predictive models, forecasts, and analytical solutions.
• Prepare, integrate, and validate data from multiple sources.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and automated processes to improve efficiency.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to support business decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to deliver data-driven solutions.
• Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What you should have:

• A degree in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Experience in data science, analytics, business intelligence, or a related field.
• A proficiency with Python, SQL, or similar analytical tools.
• Experience working with large and complex datasets and developing analytical solutions.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Experience presenting insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools.

It would be great if you also had:

• Knowledge of mortgage loan insurance (MLI), mortgage finance, regulatory reporting, lending, risk management, or financial services.
• An experience with designing automated monitoring frameworks, predictive risk indicators, or machine learning solutions.
• A data science or artificial intelligence certifications. Familiarity with machine learning, predictive analytics, or automation.
• A relevant certifications in data science, analytics, or artificial intelligence.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply 

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process. If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!