AVP Lead AI Engineer & LLM Architect

Encore Technical Solutions Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Technical Solutions Inc. in Toronto seeks a visionary Lead AI Engineer/Manager (AVP) to spearhead LLM initiatives. You will build and scale high-impact AI systems, mentor a top-tier engineering team, and shape multi-year AI strategy aligned with business goals.

This leadership role emphasizes technical excellence, stakeholder communication, and measurable outcomes across regulated and complex environments in a downtown Toronto setting.

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in AI/ML, with 5+ years leading technical teams.
• Deep expertise in LLMs, NLP, and modern AI frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, DeepSpeed).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and scaling of LLM systems.
• Build and mentor a high-performing AI engineering team.
• Define and execute a multi-year roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Translate complex AI concepts into actionable strategies for stakeholders.
• Ensure technical excellence, compliance, and measurable impact.

Skills

LLMs

NLP

AI frameworks

Team leadership

Education

MS/PhD in CS/Engineering

Tools

PyTorch

DeepSpeed

Job description

Encore Technical Solutions Inc. in Toronto seeks a visionary Lead AI Engineer/Manager (AVP) to spearhead LLM initiatives. You will build and scale high-impact AI systems, mentor a top-tier engineering team, and shape multi-year AI strategy aligned with business goals.

This leadership role emphasizes technical excellence, stakeholder communication, and measurable outcomes across regulated and complex environments in a downtown Toronto setting.