Job Specifications
We are seeking a motivated Data Scientist to join our Canadian Artificial Intelligence team, specializing in fraud detection. This role is pivotal in developing sophisticated AI and ML models to enhance fraud detection capabilities across our business operations. As a Data Scientist, you will develop and implement robust analytical solutions, applying both traditional and emerging machine learning and AI techniques, including outlier detection, link analysis, and fraud pattern recognition, while deploying applications on cloud platforms like Azure. You will work closely with multi-functional teams to design and implement fraud detection algorithms, contributing to improved security, customer experience, and operational efficiency. This role demands a blend of analytical expertise, strategic thinking, and a passion for innovation.
Position Responsibilities
Fraud Detection and Modeling:
Utilize advanced statistical methods and machine learning techniques to analyze complex datasets, identifying fraudulent activities and patterns.
Develop and refine predictive models to enhance fraud detection accuracy, estimation, and efficiency.
Support Fraud Prevention Initiatives:
Collaborate with security and risk teams to develop strategies that prevent and mitigate fraud risks.
Implement real-time monitoring and alert systems for rapid fraud detection and response.
Product Development Insights:
Work closely with product development teams to integrate fraud detection capabilities into product offerings, ensuring robust security measures are in place.
Operational Efficiency:
Design and implement data-driven solutions to streamline fraud detection processes, improving operational efficiency and reducing false positives.
Enhance Customer Experience:
Analyze customer transaction data to identify suspicious behavior, ensuring a secure and seamless customer experience.
Collaborative Problem Solving:
Partner with cross-functional teams to understand business challenges related to fraud, translating them into data science projects and delivering impactful solutions.
Data Management and Governance:
Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and security while adhering to best practices and regulatory requirements for data management within the financial industry.
Continuous Learning and Innovation:
Stay abreast of emerging trends in fraud detection and data science, promoting a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team.
Required Qualifications
Years of experience
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and experience with machine learning libraries/frameworks
Bachelor', Master's degree, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Proven experience in data science, analytics, or a related field, with a focus on fraud detection preferred.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and experience with machine learning libraries/frameworks
Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & standard methodologies for the full software development process, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
Experience with AzureML, Databricks, and PowerBI
Strong collaboration and elaboration skills; demonstrates a strong commitment to organizational success; shares resources and demonstrates knowledge across the organization.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively to develop innovative solutions.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in multi-functional teams.
Experience with Salesforce is preferred
When You Join Our Team
We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
About Manulife And John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family s
About the Company
Manulife is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. We have more than 40,000 employees, over 116,000 agents serving ~34 million customers worldwide, and over $1.3 trillion in assets under management and administration.
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