Gen AI architect

Iris Software Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Iris Software Inc. is seeking an experienced software engineer to architect and deliver scalable Python-based backend systems for a major Canadian bank. You will design RESTful APIs, drive AI-enabled solutions, and ensuring performance and security across enterprise platforms.

The role emphasizes SQL data modeling, complex queries, and collaboration with multiple teams to translate business needs into robust architectures. Experience with AI frameworks and cloud-native design is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience with Python and building scalable, enterprise-grade applications.
• Architect, design, and develop RESTful APIs, backend services and AI-driven apps using Python.
• Strong hands-on experience with SQL, data modeling and complex query optimization.
• Experience with AI/LLM frameworks, RAG, and cloud-native solution design preferred.
• Nice to have Java and Azure experience for cloud-based AI solutions.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design and implement RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical designs.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Leverage AI/LLM tools and architectures to build scalable enterprise applications.

Skills

Python

RESTful APIs

SQL

AI / LLM frameworks

RAG

Cloud architecture

Tools

Java

Microsoft Azure

Job description

Iris Software's client one of the leading Canadian Bank is looking to hire for the following roles

Mode of Work - Hybrid ( 3 to 4 days onsite)

Job Description

5+ years of software development experience with strong expertise in Python, designing and delivering scalable, enterprise-grade applications and solutions.

Architect, design, and develop RESTful APIs, backend services, and AI-driven applications using Python, ensuring scalability, security, and high performance.

Strong hands-on experience with SQL, including data modeling, complex query optimization, database design, and integration with enterprise data platforms.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define solution architecture, translate business requirements into technical designs, and provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle.

Experience with AI/LLM frameworks, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and modern AI application architectures; exposure to cloud-native solution design is preferred.

Nice to have experience with Java, Microsoft Azure, and Generative AI technologies, with the ability to design and implement cloud-based, AI-powered enterprise solutions.

About Iris Software Inc.

With 4,000+ associates and offices in India, U.S.A. and Canada, Iris Software delivers technology services and solutions that help clients complete fast, far-reaching digital transformations and achieve their business goals. A strategic partner to Fortune 500 and other top companies in financial services and many other industries, Iris provides a value-driven approach - a unique blend of highly-skilled specialists, software engineering expertise, cutting-edge technology, and flexible engagement models. High customer satisfaction has translated into long-standing relationships and preferred-partner status with many of our clients, who rely on our 30+ years of technical and domain expertise to future-proof their enterprises. Associates of Iris work on mission-critical applications supported by a workplace culture that has won numerous awards in the last few years, including Certified Great Place to Work in India; Top 25 GPW in IT & IT-BPM; Ambition Box Best Place to Work, #3 in IT/ITES; and Top Workplace NJ-USA.