Senior Data Scientist, Market Risk Model Design

Desjardins • Montreal, QC

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Capital Markets Data Valorization Team is looking for a senior data scientist to join the dynamic market risk model design team, which works closely with the middle office and data validation team. You will play a key role in implementing and documenting the methodology for models related to derivatives, market risk metrics (VaR, stress tests) and regulatory frameworks (FRTB, SIMM, ICAAP). The position requires solid technical expertise, demonstrated leadership skills, and a strong ability to collaborate and influence, combined with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, so that you can contribute effectively to strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, financial engineering or a related field
• A minimum of six years of relevant experience, ideally in a market risk management or financial market environment, including experience working with a middle office, modelling team or model validation team
• Experience with at least one risk system, such as Murex, MSCI RiskMetrics or FIS Adaptiv
• Knowledge of French is required
• 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
• Advanced Excel skills
• Practical knowledge of programming languages such as Python, SQL and other relevant languages

Nice To Haves

• Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for updating and ensuring the quality of the methodological documentation for derivatives and market risk models.
• Update quantification methodologies for risk metrics (VaR, stress tests) and regulatory frameworks (FRTB, SIMM, ICAAP).
• Supervise and validate the review of model inputs and components, and arbitrate methodological issues.
• Be accountable for implementing complex new products in risk systems (Murex, MSCI RiskMetrics, FIS Adaptiv).
• Lead workshops, develop a framework for model needs and ensure alignment between stakeholders.
• Define and promote strategic directions for risk modelling and ensure continuous improvement.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior