Data Scientist

Post Date

Mar 20, 2025

Location

Saskatoon,
Saskatchewan

ZIP/Postal Code

S7K5R6
Canada
Jun 26, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Programmer / Developer

Req #

CAL-770290

Pay Rate

$46 - $57 (hourly estimate)

Who Can Apply

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Data Scientist for one of our top clients. This is a 12 month contract, with a high likelihood of extensions. A successful candidate must be located in Saskatoon and OK to go into the office 5 days a week, with site visits approximately once a month. This candidate will be joining a team that is working on the software development of a safety related application.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

- 5+ years experience in Python development
- 2+ years experience working on databases with the preference being Postgresql
- Experience with application GUI frameworks (PyQt preferred)
- Experience with Linux development
- Scripting experience (preference shell)
- Memory optimization and debugging experience
- Experience with GPR, real time systems (PLC DCS), leak detection or other relevant safety applications (GPR preferred)
- A team player with a proven aptitude for troubleshooting and problem solving

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Git
- Unit testing
- Multithread programming
- Machine Learning and AI experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.