Sr. Data Scientist
Black Diamond Group
- Calgary, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
We are hiring for a Sr. Data Scientist in our Scottsdale, Arizona location!As a Data Scientist, you will work closely with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to develop and deploy data-driven solutions. You'll analyze large datasets, build predictive models, and help drive strategic decision-making. You have a strong desire to solve business problems using data and analytically based solutions and have demonstrated the ability to find creative solutions to complex and challenging analytical problems.This role is hybrid - in-office with 20% flexibility to work from home.Responsibilities:
- Explore, clean, and analyze structured and unstructured datasets to extract insights that improve our products and services
- Develop and test predictive models (e.g., demand forecasting, pricing optimization, customer segmentation) and help integrate them into business workflows
- Work with developers and product managers to deploy models into production, ensuring scalability and reliability
- Develop algorithms and methodologies that optimize back-end processes and maximize revenue
- Develop internal models/processes such as machine learning models, numerical optimization, statistical significance testing, and streaming event data processing
- Promote the adoption of advanced analytics and data-driven thinking within LodgeLink
- Work effectively with stakeholders to understand ambiguous business problems, assess data needs, develop/maintain best suited models or processes, and identify opportunities where data science can create value
- Proficient in Python and SQL, and additional software experience preferred
- Familiar with machine learning modelling (classification, regression, clustering) across a variety of implementations (linear, neural networks, svm, tree-based, bandits, etc) and frameworks (Tensorflow, PyTorch, Sagemaker, Prophet etc)
- Skilled in applying statistical test (e.g. t-test, chi-squared, non-parametric etc), experiment design, and causal inference models to real-world problems
- Experience with cloud-based data environments (preferably Azure) and distributed computing tools (e.g., Databricks, Spark)
- Strong grasp of statistics, machine learning techniques, and practical data storytelling
- Familiarity with software engineering practices such as Git, testing, and CI/CD for models
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and balance speed with quality
- 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a related role
- B. Sc. or master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering or related field
- Experience operating in a cloud environment (Azure, AWS) with large datasets
- Experience working in a SaaS or travel-tech environment
- Familiar with Agile methodologies and CI/CD practices
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Building a diverse and inclusive team, supporting career growth and development.
- Competitive base salaries.
- Share Appreciation Rights program for salaried employees.
- Paid vacation days and sick days.
- An employee charitable donation program.
- Hotel and travel discounts
- Comprehensive benefits package including extended health, vision, dental, Health Spending Account, TeleDoc, Employee Assistance Program, Life, Long-term Disability, AD&D, and Critical Illness Insurance.
- Located in beautiful Eau Claire in downtown Calgary, within a 5-minute walk to Prince's Island Park
- Company-hosted events, and a game room.
- Ability to join our Social Club and join colleagues for fun events such as golf, bowling, curling, stampede events and more.
- Free access to the Aspen Properties Fitness Centers.
Black Diamond Group is committed to diversity, equal opportunity and ensuring that our employees can thrive in an inclusive environment. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request during the recruitment process.Company: LodgeLink