Hands-On Tech Lead: Agentic AI for Public Sector

AltaML; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI solutions provider in Calgary is seeking a Senior Technical Manager to shape intelligent AI products for the public sector. This role emphasizes hands-on coding and system architecture, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in software engineering, with a passion for responsible AI. Join a fast-moving environment where your contributions will directly impact innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in software engineering and system architecture, ideally in AI, data, or intelligent systems.
• Proven ability to code, design, and deliver production systems, not just manage them.
• Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly to executives, clients, and partners.
• A track record of hands-on innovation, experimentation, and learning in emerging technology domains.
• Familiarity with agentic AI frameworks, multi-agent systems, or human-in-the-loop architectures.
• Passion for responsible AI — building systems that are inclusive, transparent, and aligned with human intent.

Responsibilities

• Lead by doing – design, prototype, and code alongside the team.
• Architect intelligent systems – develop modular, scalable architectures for agentic AI solutions.
• Translate between technical details and practical value-driven outcomes.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and AI techniques.
• Implement best practices in software development and responsible AI.
• Coach engineers and technical leads, model hands-on leadership.
• Serve as a brand ambassador, engaging in the AI community.

Skills

Software engineering

System architecture

AI development

Communication skills

Hands-on innovation

Familiarity with AI frameworks

Responsible AI

Job description

A leading AI solutions provider in Calgary is seeking a Senior Technical Manager to shape intelligent AI products for the public sector. This role emphasizes hands-on coding and system architecture, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in software engineering, with a passion for responsible AI. Join a fast-moving environment where your contributions will directly impact innovative solutions.