NOC 21211 — Data scientists
It is important that you determine the NOC of your occupation correctly to apply for immigration to Canada. NOC 21211 corresponds to Data scientists
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Data scientists use advanced analytics technologies, including machine learning and predictive modelling, to support the identification of trends, scrape information from unstructured data sources and provide automated recommendations. They are employed by consulting firms, universities, banks and information technology departments in the private and public sectors.
Job examples:
— Artificial intelligence (AI) analyst
— Artificial intelligence (AI) consultant
— Artificial intelligence (AI) designer
— Big data analyst
— Big data developer
— Big data engineer
— Data analytics consultant
Occupational responsibilities
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Data on annual wage
Number of employed people: ***
Average annual wage: $76121
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Number of permanent residence permits issued by years
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| Manitoba | 60 | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
| Nova Scotia | 40 | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
| New Brunswick | 5 | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** | *** |
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We have found a demand for this occupation (NOC 21211)! There are 93 immigration programs/information sessions in our database that are accepting or have accepted applicants with this occupation.
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Information Sessions / Job Fairs (suitable for NOC 21211)
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Immigration Programs Requiring Past Work Experience in Canada (suitable for NOC 21211)
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Immigration Programs for Investors (suitable for NOC 21211)
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Comprehensive information about this profession is available only to users with Premium Access.
With Premium Access you get:
- A list of relevant immigration programs with links to their descriptions
- Detailed information about salaries and the profession's demand in various regions of Canada
- Data on licensing requirements and regulatory authorities
- Contacts of Canadian employers who have hired foreign workers