Senior Analyst, Risk Modelling

Questrade Financial Group (QFG), through its companies - Questrade, Inc., Questrade Wealth Management Inc., Community Trust Company, Zolo, and Flexiti Financial Inc., provides securities and foreign currency investment, professionally managed investment portfolios, mortgages, real estate services, financial services and more. Questrade uses cutting-edge technologies to develop innovative products that give customers better, more affordable ways to take control of their money.

We are everything a traditional financial institution is not. At QFG, you will be constantly moving forward, bringing the future of fintech into existence. You will be a part of a collaborative team that cares deeply about our mission and each other. Your team members will help you conquer challenges, push boundaries and discover what you are truly capable of.

At QFG, we have a culture of innovation where technology serves people—both our team and our customers. We see AI as a collaborative and transformative enabler, and we are seeking forward-thinking individuals who can effectively integrate it into their daily work. The ideal candidate will be a catalyst for change, helping us use AI to create a more efficient and rewarding employee experience while also developing cutting-edge solutions that delight and serve our customers. Join us in shaping a future where AI empowers our team to do their best work and helps us deliver unparalleled customer experiences.

This is a place where you can explore, discover and learn with continuous growth. As a diverse and inclusive place to work, with a hybrid working environment you can unleash your creativity and curiosity with no limits. If you share the same sense of infinite possibility, come shape your future at QFG.

What's in it for you as an employee of QFG?

• Health & wellbeing resources and programs
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days for work-life balance
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Work-life balance in a hybrid environment with at least 3 days in office
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Opportunities to contribute to community causes
• Work with diverse team members in an inclusive and collaborative environment

We're looking for our next Senior Analyst, Risk Modelling. Could it be you?
The Senior Analyst will contribute to the end-to-end development and deployment of advanced AI and Machine Learning solutions for risk modeling. This technical role is critical for driving business value and mitigating risk by designing, building, validating, and implementing robust and ethical models.

Within the risk modelling team, this role is responsible for the development, validation, and deployment of AI and ML models for our risk modelling team. You will be a key technical contributor to the execution of the AI risk modelling roadmap, ensuring the end-to-end delivery of robust, scalable, and reproducible solutions. This role is ideal for an individual with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for applying AI to complex financial challenges.

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In this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing, deploying, and supporting the performance monitoring of models and algorithms.
• Leading and performing rigorous validation of AI/ML models, including back-testing, fairness/bias assessments, and compliance with regulatory and bank standards.
• Implementing scientific rigor and reproducibility in all modeling projects.
• Providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of innovation and best practices.
• Contributing to the AI risk modelling roadmap by providing technical expertise, estimating effort, and leading the development of specific model components.
• Collaborating closely with stakeholders to refine problem statements, and present complex outputs in a clear and actionable manner.
• Researching, prototyping, and championing new AI and ML techniques, technologies, and methodologies to solve challenging risk problems and enhance model capabilities.

So are YOU our next Senior Analyst, Risk Modelling? You are if you…

• Hold a Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Have solid knowledge of machine learning algorithms, especially boosting and bagging (XGBoost, Random Forests, LightGBM)
• Have hands-on knowledge of AI development tools and best practices in MLOps (e.g., model registry, CI/CD for models, monitoring)
• Have strong programming skills (Python, SQL, PySpark) and high proficiency with development tools (Git, GitLab, VS Code)
• Have proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), data science cloud-based tools (e.g., Databricks), MLOps practices
• Are proficient in Agile and SAFe methodologies and related tools (Jira, Confluence)
• Have excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Additional Kudos If You…

• Have experience in banking, finance, or risk modelling
• Are knowledgeable in NLP/NLU models and LLMs
• Have experience in model deployment in production environments
• Have experience delivering and deploying AI solutions that have a measurable business impact

Sounds like you? Click below to apply
At Questrade Financial Group of Companies, with multiple office locations around the world, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and accessible work environment. This is an environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Here, the unique skills and experience you bring will be valued. You will be supported and motivated, so that you can harness your unlimited potential. Our team reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and operate in. Having a collaborative and diverse team helps us push boundaries to bring the future of fintech into existence—not only for the benefit of our customers, but for those who build their career with us.

Questrade Financial Group of companies Applicant Tracking System utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) for application screening. The AI system operates on predetermined criteria, with final decisions subject to human review.

Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation during the recruitment/selection process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.