The Role
Develop data science solutions for WestJet’s Sales and Cargo functions by integrating data sources, automating processes, creating decision-support tools, and generating business insights. The role involves selecting analytical methodologies, supporting application migration and administration, testing initiatives, and representing the business on cross-functional projects. Candidates need SQL and Python or R proficiency, database and ETL knowledge, visualization experience, debugging skills, and strong communication abilities.
Summary Generated by Built In
This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.
Why WestJet:
Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.
Join us, this is where your career story takes off.
Overview of role
As a Data Scientist at WestJet, you will help develop and grow our Sales and Cargo partnerships through technology, data, and applications, and play a central role in our data transformation journey. You will turn business problems into insights, automate and simplify data engineering processes, and design with the end user in mind. You will work independently and alongside a team of Data Scientists to build a sustainable, data-driven future.
Key deliverables
- Build automated systems that integrate a wide range of data sources and embed data science in business processes, delivering innovative insights that align performance with the company’s strategic goals
- Create decision support tools that enable leaders and system practitioners to take strategic action in a dynamic competitive environment
- Select the best methodologies to approach and solve business problems
- Automate routine tasks to improve productivity, aiming to eliminate the need for human intervention, and proactively identify opportunities to remove inefficiencies
- Contribute to system adaptation and migration strategy, and perform system administration tasks (user setup, system configuration) for all business unit applications
- Identify and conduct required testing efforts for business initiatives, and assist with testing for various stakeholder groups as appropriate
- Represent the business unit on large cross-business unit projects, proactively identifying potential risks or issues and proposing several plausible solutions for each
Experience and qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Understanding of database management systems, data warehousing, online analytical processing (OLAP) and ETL (extract, transform, load) framework
- Strong proficiency in SQL and Python or R, plus experience with tools such as Snowflake, Shiny, Streamlit, and VBA
- Familiarity with:
- Supporting libraries such as Selenium and Scikit learn
- Visualization tools such as Tableau or PowerBI
- Version control systems such as Git
- Demonstrated debugging and testing skills during development
- Excellent communication and presentation skills and a unique ability to bridge the communication gap between executive and front-line audiences.
- Highly motivated, organized with the ability to work autonomously and within a team
- Airline industry experience considered an asset
- Solid understanding of the underlying theory and principles of data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence is considered an asset
The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
- A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
- Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
- Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
Think we’re a great fit? Apply now!
About WestJet Group of Companies
WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.
Our safety promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their well-being and the safety of others. WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as Safey-Sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
We embrace what makes each of us unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds so if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].
We value the time and effort you put into your application. Our recruitment process is highly competitive and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps. If this role isn’t the right fit, we encourage you to explore future opportunities with us.
For more information about everything WestJet, please westjet.com/aboutus.
If you wish to withdraw your application or request that your personal information be deleted, please contact us at [email protected].
If you wish to withdraw your application or request that your personal information be deleted, please contact us at [email protected].
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Understanding of database management systems, data warehousing, OLAP, and ETL frameworks
- Strong proficiency in SQL and Python or R
- Experience with Snowflake, Shiny, Streamlit, and VBA
- Familiarity with Selenium and scikit-learn
- Familiarity with Tableau or Power BI
- Familiarity with Git
- Demonstrated debugging and testing skills during development
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team
- Airline industry experience
- Understanding of data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence theory and principles
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The Company
What We Do
WestJet is a Canadian airline and the parent company of WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore, and Sunwing Vacations Group. It provides affordable scheduled air travel connecting Canada with destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia. The WestJet Group also operates vacation and cargo businesses, serving travelers and businesses through an expanding network while emphasizing reliability, operational excellence, and value.
