Team Manager Artificial Intelligence

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Team Manager for Artificial Intelligence to lead a dynamic team in delivering innovative AI solutions. This role involves mentoring team members, managing AI project planning, and collaborating with internal and external partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AI project implementation, experience with Python and related platforms, and a passion for fostering a culture of performance and innovation. Join a company that values diversity and offers extensive professional development opportunities while making a real difference in the financial sector.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive total compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Parental leave top-up

Home office equipment allowance

Generous time off policy

Diversity and inclusion programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in AI project implementation and mentoring.
• Strong knowledge of AI applications and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage AI project planning and ensure timely delivery of solutions.
• Mentor team members on best practices for AI development.

Skills

Python

AI project implementation

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Mentoring

Education

University Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Engineering or Math

Tools

Low-code automation tools

Job description

Job Description

You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

What You’ll Do

The Team Manager, Artificial Intelligence reports to the Director, Emerging Technologies. The Team Manager is expected to support the day-to-day activities of the team and maintain a culture of performance by developing and coaching staff to achieve business and individual goals. The Team Manager will work closely with key internal and external business partners to deliver AI solutions using a range of approaches, including vendor tools, low-code, and traditional development. The focus is on prototyping solutions, but can also include full project delivery.

• Manage the planning of future AI projects and ensure timely delivery of AI solutions.
• Ensure AI governance models are followed and executed as designed before moving to production.
• Perform opportunity assessment activities, evaluate, and validate business cases for AI projects.
• Responsibility for day-to-day coordination of AI activities, supporting the creation and evolution of the delivery framework, and mentoring other AI developers and student developers.
• Mentor and coach team members on best practices for AI project assessment, development, and deployment.
• Support Fidelity Canada in AI development.
• Collaborate with low-code automation experts to speed up discovery and prototyping work.
• Oversee the proof-of-concept (POC) process for AI solutions, determining whether to hand over projects to other internal teams or support them internally based on size and complexity.

Who We’re Looking For

• Completed University Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of AI project implementation.
• Experience in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and/or similar platforms.
• A track record in coordinating and mentoring individuals on development and delivery disciplines with AI / agile delivery.
• Strong knowledge of AI applications, project delivery, and stakeholder management.
• Awareness of low-code automation tools and their application in AI prototyping and discovery.
• Agile certifications (Scrum and/or Product Owner) is an asset.

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

Some of the ways we’ll help you feel valued and supported as part of our team:

• Flexible working arrangements - 100% remote, hybrid, and in office options.
• Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you.
• Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer-paid premiums, that include up to $5000 annually for mental health services and therapy.
• Parental leave top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks.
• Up to $650 for home office equipment.
• Generous time off policy, including 2 paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice.
• Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups.
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation.

We care a lot about fostering a compassionate, people-centric culture, and are proud to have been named one of Canada’s Top 100 employers for the last five years.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer.

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.