Associate AI Engineer / AI Engineer

Applied Systems Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Holiday time

Wellness days

Birthday bonus

Job summary

Applied Systems is seeking an Associate AI Engineer / AI Engineer in Toronto to build and enhance data solutions and AI initiatives for the insurance industry. You will work with data architects, data scientists, and software engineers to model and maintain large-scale datasets for global teams.

You’ll develop AI-driven features, review AI outputs for quality and security, and contribute to cloud-based solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent.
• Foundational knowledge of software engineering principles and practices.
• Hands-on experience using AI coding agents to write, refactor, or extend code.
• Ability to write clear prompts and iterate to achieve desired outcomes.
• Familiarity with full-stack application concepts: frontend, backend, data, and infra.
• Familiarity with modern cloud-based technologies and software security practices.
• Basic knowledge of CI/CD and automated testing.
• Basic knowledge of Agile frameworks and tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, learning-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Use AI-first tools and AI agents to contribute to development within your team's product area, with guidance from senior engineers.
• Translate well-defined requirements into buildable specifications to develop and deploy solutions valued by customers.
• Review AI-generated output to enhance code and documentation in alignment with security, privacy, reliability, and quality before merging to production.
• Track production trends to iterate based on what the data shows.
• Document effective prompts, patterns, and approaches that work for your team.
• Participate in code reviews to enhance contributions with input from Senior Software Engineers.
• Support development of generative AI prototypes, prompt design, and fine-tuned models, and stay current on advancements in Google Cloud, conversational AI, and applied AI engineering.
• Assist senior engineers and scientists on larger initiatives to scale AI capabilities across the platform.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

AI coding agents

Prompt design

Full-stack concepts

Cloud technologies

Security practices

CI/CD basics

Agile tooling (Jira/Confluence)

Communication skills

Education

BSc / BA in Computer Science or related

Tools

Claude Code

Cursor

Copilot

Job description

Amazing Career Moments Happen Here

Transforming the insurance industry is ambitious, we know. That’s why at Applied, we’re building a team that shows up every day ready to learn, willing to try new things, and driven to deliver innovative software and services that make us indispensable to our customers, all within a culture built on values that make us indispensable to each other too. With 40+ years of experience in the Insurtech industry, we’re not just redefining what’s achievable; we’re creating a place where amazing career moments are made possible.

Position Overview

We’re seeking an Associate AI Engineer / AI Engineer to build and enhance data solutions and AI initiatives for the business of insurance. In this role, you will work closely with the Principal Data Architect, Data Scientists, and Software Engineers to build, model, and maintain data solutions as we optimize data architecture and accessibility of large‑scale datasets for our global teams.

What You’ll Do

• Use AI‑first tools and AI agents to contribute to development within your team's product area, with guidance from senior engineers.
• Translate well‑defined requirements into buildable specifications to develop and deploy solutions valued by customers.
• Review AI‑generated output to enhance code and documentation in alignment with standards for security, privacy, reliability, and quality before merging to production.
• Track production trends to iterate based on what the data shows.
• Document effective prompts, patterns, and approaches that work for your team.
• Participate in code reviews to enhance contributions with input from Senior Software Engineers.
• Support development of generative AI prototypes, prompt design, and fine‑tuned models, and stay current on advancements in Google Cloud, conversational AI, and applied AI engineering.
• Assist senior engineers and scientists on larger initiatives to scale AI capabilities across the platform.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

We’re looking for someone who

• Can work hybrid from our Toronto Applied Systems office.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Foundational knowledge of software engineering principles and practices, including documentation, testing, debugging, and data structures.
• Hands‑on experience using AI coding agents (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot) to write, refactor, or extend code.
• Ability to write clear prompts and iterate to achieve desired outcomes.
• Familiarity with full‑stack application concepts: frontend, backend, data, and infrastructure.
• Familiarity with modern, cloud‑based technologies and software security practices.
• Basic knowledge of CI/CD and use cases for automated testing.
• Basic knowledge of Agile frameworks and tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, learning‑oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to one or more of: Go, React, C#, Python.
• Familiarity with common architectural patterns: web applications, APIs, databases, queues.
• Experience evaluating AI‑generated output for security, correctness, or quality.

We know that talent comes from all backgrounds and experience levels. We encourage military members and their spouses, as well as candidates without a degree or a background in tech, to apply!

When You Join Team Applied, You Can Expect

A Culture that Values Who You Are

We thrive on the benefits of our different experiences and celebrate the uniqueness our teammates bring to work with them every day. We flex our time together, collaborating remotely and in‑person to empower our teams to work in the ways that work best for them.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Holiday and Vacation Time
• Health & Wellness Days
• A Bonus Day for Your Birthday

The total anticipated annual compensation range for this position is CAD $80,000–$120,000 per year, which includes starting base salary and, where applicable, variable or incentive pay. To determine a new team member’s starting pay, we consider a variety of factors, including the depth, breadth, and variety of experience, skills, and responsibilities.

Your Security Matters

Our candidates’ personal information and online safety are top of mind for us. At Applied, we proactively protect your personal information and only communicate with candidates via a secure @appliedsystems.com email or through our official careers portal. Recruiters will never request payments, ask for financial account information, or sensitive information like social security numbers.

AI Utilization

We leverage AI tools to streamline parts of our recruitment workflow (such as resume parsing and interview scheduling). However, candidate screening, interviews, and final decisions are conducted by real humans.

EEO Statement

Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don’t discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.