AI and Engineering Lead

Box One; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Box One Ventures is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to pioneer next-generation technology platforms that enhance investment decision-making through autonomous agents and advanced AI. Ideal candidates will possess strong programming skills, a solid educational background in computer science, and excellent problem-solving capabilities, working closely with multiple teams to drive innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software development with a portfolio of completed projects.
• Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with investment and financial concepts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and evolve a modular platform of autonomous agents.
• Maintain rigorous data-quality controls and auditability.
• Partner with investors to translate needs into technical solutions.

Skills

Programming languages

Data analysis

Visualization tools

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Job description

BoxOne Ventures is redefining venture investing for the era of AI and autonomous agents. We’re seeking a Lead Software Engineer to design, build, and own our next-generation technology platform—covering everything from autonomous deal scouting and AI-driven diligence to research augmentation and real-time portfolio monitoring.

You’ll operate at the forefront of emerging technologies : prototyping with the latest agent architectures, experimenting with advanced LLM toolchains, and translating bold ideas into production-grade systems. Our long-term vision is for you to launch and oversee a fleet of autonomous agents that work hand-in-hand with our investment team, elevating both the speed and quality of decisions.

We need a self-directed builder who pairs deep technical skill with product intuition—someone energetic, versatile, and comfortable navigating ambiguity while supporting multiple teams. If you thrive on pushing boundaries and turning innovation into impact, we want to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Software & Agent Architecture

oDesign, build, and evolve a modular platform of autonomous agents that drive deal scouting, AI-powered diligence, research augmentation, and real-time portfolio monitoring.

oOwn the full software lifecycle—from rapid prototype to production deployment—and set the technical roadmap for future iterations.

• Technology Research & Innovation

oContinuously scout emerging AI / ML models, agent frameworks, and developer tools; rapidly prototype and integrate the best ideas to keep BoxOne at the frontier of augmented decision-making.

oEstablish lightweight experimentation pipelines and success metrics.

oMap the end-to-end investment process (origination → diligence → monitoring) and automate repetitive or low-value steps through intelligent orchestration and system integrations.

oBuild resilient data pipelines that move information seamlessly between agents, internal databases, and external APIs.

oDevelop analytics services and dashboards that surface real-time signals on market trends, company performance, and agent activity to support faster, higher-conviction decisions.

oMaintain rigorous data-quality controls, provenance tracking, and auditability.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Enablement

oPartner closely with investors, venture partners, and incubation teams to translate their needs into elegant technical solutions.

oDocument, demo, and train colleagues on new tools to accelerate adoption and foster a culture of technical curiosity.

oAdvise on technical diligence on early-stage AI / ML and software companies and provide clear investment recommendations.

Requirements

• Educational Background : A bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Relevant Experience : Proven experience in software development, with a portfolio of completed projects.
• Technical Skills :

oStrong proficiency in programming languages and frameworks relevant to the role.

oExperience with data analysis and visualization tools.

oFamiliarity with investment and financial concepts is a plus.

• Independent Work Ethic : Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and self-motivation.
• Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to effectively liaise with team members.
• Problem-Solving Abilities : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues quickly and efficiently.
• Attention to Detail : Meticulous attention to detail, especially with regards to data integrity, existence, and completeness.
• Time Management Skills : Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines and manage priorities effectively.

About BoxOne Ventures

• BoxOne Ventures is an early-stage investment firm. We invest our own capital in entrepreneurs we believe in. This gives us patience and flexibility from napkin to IPO.
• Members of the team include operators in life sciences, process engineering, data informatics, and financial management.
• Entrepreneurs and other investors collaborate in person at BoxOne's award-winning office located in the historic RCA Building in the St-Henri neighborhood of Montreal.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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