BMO U.S.

Senior Manager, Data Science

BMO U.S.

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: San FranciscoCaliforniaIllinoisUnited States

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Salary

💰 $122,400 - $228,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Apply advanced analytics, machine learning, deep learning, and AI methodologies to build predictive models and intelligent automation systems that deliver measurable business impact.
  • Own the full model lifecycle: data exploration, modeling, validation, deployment, monitoring, and continual improvement.
  • Diagnose and resolve model performance issues; implement scalable, reliable processes for ongoing model operations.
  • Use strong programming skills to prepare complex datasets (structured, semi‑structured, unstructured) and build reproducible pipelines.
  • Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable insights that influence decision‑making at all levels.
  • Present recommendations in a compelling narrative that resonates with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
  • Lead discovery sessions to clarify business needs, define success metrics, and design analytical approaches that support business strategy.
  • Drive innovation in Data & AI through new techniques, experimentation frameworks, and reusable analytical assets.
  • Establish and promote best practices in model development, MLOps, governance, and data quality.
  • Stay current on emerging trends, regulations, and technologies; provide guidance on how to leverage them within the organization.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for stakeholders across the enterprise.
  • Partner with cross‑functional teams—including Engineering, Product, and Business—to deliver solutions that scale.
  • Lead or contribute to strategic initiatives, roadmaps, and business cases that support the organization’s data and AI vision.
  • Mentor and guide other data scientists; contribute to internal training, tools, and knowledge‑sharing.
  • Manage complex, ambiguous problems by structuring analytical approaches and selecting appropriate modeling techniques.
  • Lead change management and communication efforts associated with analytics initiatives.
  • Implement processes and controls that ensure high‑quality, consistent delivery of analytical work.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of relevant experience in data science, machine learning, or applied analytics.
  • Advanced degree (PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative field—or equivalent experience.
  • Proven track record of shipping models to production and maintaining them at scale.
  • Expertise in machine learning and deep learning algorithms and frameworks.
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL; experience with R, SAS, or other analytical tools is a plus.
  • Experience with distributed computing technologies (Hive, Hadoop, Spark) and cloud ML platforms (AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, etc.).
  • Strong communication, storytelling, and influence skills; able to drive alignment across diverse groups.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate in ambiguity, make data-driven decisions, and solve complex, open-ended problems.
  • Experienced collaborator with deep cross-functional partnership skills and ownership mindset.
Benefits
  • health insurance
  • tuition reimbursement
  • accident and life insurance
  • retirement savings plans
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
machine learningdeep learningpredictive modelingdata explorationmodel validationmodel deploymentPythonSQLRSAS
Soft Skills
communicationstorytellinginfluencecollaborationproblem-solvingleadershipmentoringinnovationdecision-makingchange management
Certifications
PhD in Computer SciencePhD in EngineeringPhD in StatisticsPhD in MathematicsPhD in Physics