Senior Applied Machine Learning Scientist in Toronto

Work Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours: 37.5

Line of Business: Analytics, Insights, & Artificial Intelligence

Pay Details: 156,500 - 190,000 CAD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate’s skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Department Overview:

What does TD Analytics, Insights and Artificial Intelligence stand for? For starters, we believe in visionary leadership and insights. We believe in the talent we grow to better serve our clients, and we know that many of the ground-breaking discoveries and products that represent the future at TD can all be driven with data, with a strong focus on AI.

Job Requirements:

• Managing, mentoring, and developing a team of applied machine learning scientists, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Leading the conceptualization, design, and delivery of AI/ML systems to solve complex business and enterprise-wide problems.
• Providing thought leadership and developing innovative methodologies and techniques in AI/ML.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Machine Learning Engineers and research scientists, data scientists, and business stakeholders to build and implement cutting-edge analytic solutions.
• Translating business objectives into scalable technical solutions and delivering enterprise-level insights.
• Acting as a business partner to guide and prioritize strategic initiatives and analytical needs.
• Driving continuous improvement through monitoring systems, feedback loops, and trend analysis.
• Ensuring compliance with internal and external governance, risk, and regulatory requirements.
• Championing a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning within the team.

As the Senior AMLS, Predictive AI, Canadian Personal Banking AI2, you will specifically manage a team developing predictive AI for Regression, Classification and Anomaly Detection use cases. You and your team will also collaborate with Layer 6 to develop and evolve the suite of TD AI Prism foundational model. Models in scope cover the whole range of CPB verticals: RESL, Distribution, Credit Cards and Personal Lending, as well as Checking Savings and Investing.

Qualification:

• Undergraduate degree required; advanced technical degree preferred (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Finance, Computer Science).
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience, including post-graduate work in AI/ML or related fields.
• Proven experience in leading and managing technical teams, with a focus on mentorship and performance development.
• Deep expertise in AI/ML frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
• Strong strategic planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Extensive understanding of business operations and enterprise-level analytics.
• Experience working with large-scale data systems and advanced machine learning techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to provide specialized knowledge and guidance across multiple domains of AI.

Who We Are:

TD is one of the world’s leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package:

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs.

Additional Information:

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.

Colleague Development:

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact. We’re committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding:

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Accommodation:

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