(DEV) - GenAI - Python Developer - MOR1JP00097495

Royal Bank of Canada>; Terrebonne; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Highspring seeks a Senior Python Developer to design scalable Python applications and AI-powered tooling. You will work with stakeholders to translate requirements into robust backend services and REST APIs in a global delivery setup.

Required are 5+ years of Python experience and a track record delivering enterprise software, plus strong collaboration and Agile skills. Montreal-based hybrid role with long-term contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related.
• 5+ years of professional Python development experience.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade Python applications and services.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Enhance internal Python libraries, frameworks, and AI tooling.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Participate in prompt engineering and AI lifecycle activities.
• Benchmark and improve AI/Generative AI solutions.
• Monitor performance and support production environments.
• Contribute to architecture discussions and design decisions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies with global teams.

Skills

Advanced Python

REST APIs

Agile

AI/Generative AI

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Azure

Vector Databases

Job description

Job description

About Highspring

Highspring is a next-generation consulting and professional services firm. We deliver modern, agile, and forward-thinking solutions to our clients across North America. We partner with organizations across financial services, insurance, technology, and other industries to help them solve complex business challenges through innovative technology solutions. At Highspring, we believe in empowering our people, fostering technical excellence, and delivering meaningful business impact.

The Opportunity

Highspring is seeking a Senior Python Developer with experience in Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI solutions to support a long-term enterprise initiative. This role is ideal for an experienced software engineer who enjoys designing scalable applications, collaborating with stakeholders, and contributing to the development of cutting-edge AI-powered platforms.

You will work within a global delivery environment focused on building and evolving enterprise AI solutions, reusable Python frameworks, and Generative AI capabilities.

Location: Montréal, QC

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days per week onsite)

Language: English

Contract Type: Long-term Contract

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade Python applications and services.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Enhance and support internal Python libraries, frameworks, and AI-related tooling.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Participate in prompt engineering, prompt optimization, and prompt lifecycle management activities.
• Improve prompts and workflows as new large language model (LLM) versions become available.
• Execute testing, benchmarking, and performance evaluations of AI and Generative AI solutions.
• Monitor application performance and support production environments.
• Contribute to architecture discussions and technical design decisions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with globally distributed teams.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience with strong Python expertise.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale software solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within Agile development environments.
• Passion for continuous learning and emerging AI technologies.

Core Skills Required

• Advanced Python development
• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• Software design patterns
• REST API development
• Software testing frameworks and practices
• Multi-processing and concurrent programming
• Enterprise application architecture
• System resiliency and observability
• Scalability and performance optimization
• Agile software delivery methodologies

Our Stack

• Python
• REST APIs
• Generative AI / Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Prompt Engineering
• Machine Learning
• Vector Databases
• Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Microsoft Azure
• Enterprise AI Platforms
• Agile Delivery Practices

Why Join Highspring?

• Work with a team of highly talented technology professionals on innovative AI initiatives.
• Contribute to enterprise-scale solutions that drive measurable business value.
• Gain exposure to emerging Generative AI technologies and modern cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with global teams in a dynamic and inclusive environment.
• Access continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.