Title:  Remote - First Nations / Inuit / Metis - Data Scientist, Generative and Conversational AI - CID&A

Requisition ID: 194941

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Develop and optimize NLU models for intent classification and entity extraction within chatbots and virtual assistants.
• Explore and implement Generative AI models for various applications, such as text summarization, dialogue generation, and content creation.
• Analyze chatbot conversations and user interactions to identify patterns, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Build and evaluate machine learning models to improve chatbot performance and personalize user experiences.
• Collaborate with engineers and product managers to integrate Conversational AI solutions into existing systems.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in AI/ML and Conversational AI technologies.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role?  We’d love to work with you if you have experience with:

• Strong foundation in statistics, machine learning, and natural language processing (NLP).
• Experience with Conversational AI platforms (e.g., Google Dialogflow CX) and NLU principles.
• Familiarity with Generative AI models and tools (e.g., Google Vertex AI, OpenAI, etc).
• Proficiency in Python and relevant ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Passion for building intelligent systems and solving challenging problems.

What's in it for you?
 

• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking and collaborative team, surrounded by innovative thinkers.
• A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development
• Internal training to support your growth and enhance your skills.
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
• Work in an Ecosystem where you’ll have access to group seating, offices, collaboration spaces, cafeteria.
• Hybrid Work Environment
• Indigenous specific benefits
• 10,000 annually in mental health benefits 
• Traditional Indigenous Practices Leave 
• Indigenous Employee Mentoring Program

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Alberta : Calgary || Canada : Alberta : Edmonton || Canada : British Columbia : Vancouver || Canada : British Columbia : Victoria || Canada : Manitoba : Winnipeg || Canada : Nova Scotia : Halifax 

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.