Description
Be a part of a fast-paced culture and community in a startup-like environment inside one of the most successful organizations in Québec. We are focused on building a highly talented and ambitious team from the ground up that revolutionizes the way we work around Data & Analytics at BRP. We are a team that has the potential to unlock tremendous value for the organization and you have the unique opportunity to be part of it from the beginning.
Join BRP's central Data & Analytics team (DNA) as an AI Advisor and bring your analytical skills and business insight to our dynamic team. This role is perfect for someone who seeks
YOU'LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO :
AI Evaluation & Technical Due Diligence
Serve as the primary AI/ML technical reference when evaluating supplier solutions or internal AI initiatives
Challenge supplier AI claims: interrogate model architecture, training data, performance metrics, limitations and risks at a level most business stakeholders cannot
Define evaluation frameworks and success criteria for any AI solution under consideration
Occasionally deep-dive into code, benchmarks or proofs-of-concept when a decision requires it
Technical AI Assessment
Work alongside the AI Product Owner to inform build vs. buy decisions with technical depth
Identify hidden risks before they become problems: bias, model drift, explainability gaps, vendor lock-in, data sovereignty
Ensure every AI initiative, built internally or sourced externally, is grounded in technical reality, not marketing claims
Cross-functional Communication
Bridge complex AI/ML concepts and business realities across all levels of the organization
Make AI understandable for business stakeholders, and business complexity actionable for technical teams
Operate with equal credibility in executive conversations and technical deep-dives
AI Landscape & Anticipation
Stay current on the AI landscape, emerging techniques, and vendor developments
Anticipate relevant opportunities before suppliers bring them to the door
Contribute to the maturity and AI culture of the broader AIML organization
YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:
MSc or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field
5+ years of experience in a senior Data Science, AI Research, or Applied AI role or equivalent depth through top-tier consulting with deep AI specialization
Strong theoretical grounding in ML/AI: understands what is under the hood of LLMs, classical ML, deep learning, and optimization
Naturally curious and skeptical, able to ask the questions others don't know to ask
Excellent communication skills; able to adapt register from technical deep-dive to executive summary
Proficiency in French and English, the team operates primarily in English
STAND OUT WITH…
Experience evaluating or auditing AI-powered solutions from external suppliers
Exposure to AI risk topics: fairness, explainability, data governance, regulatory compliance
Ability to write code or run experiments when a decision demands it, without being primarily a builder
Knowledge of the AI/ML vendor landscape across relevant domains
Background that combines technical depth with business or strategic exposure
ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY
BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!
For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.
AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.
Let’s start with a strong foundation - You want it, we have it:
Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
Generous paid time away
Pension plan
Collective saving opportunities
Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP
What about some feel good perks:
Flexible work schedule
A summer schedule that varies by department and location
Holiday season shutdown
Educational resources
Discount on BRP products
WELCOME TO BRP
We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 17,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination: It’s about the journey.
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