Lead AI Engineer - Systems & Delivery

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Alberta seeks a Lead Harness Engineer to lead an AI-focused software delivery team in Edmonton. The role emphasizes designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable AI-enabled enterprise solutions within agile cross-functional teams, delivering end-to-end outcomes.

The successful candidate will manage backlog planning, collaborate with stakeholders on data-driven AI solutions, and mentor developers in AI practices while upholding security and governance standards.

Qualifications

• A university degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or related field.
• Four (4) years of related progressively responsible experience.
• A related two-year diploma in computer technology or a related discipline and six (6) years related experience; or
• A related one-year certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution and seven (7) years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI development team, guiding teams to deliver AI digital solutions using agile and human-centered design.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design data-driven, AI-capable solutions, including machine learning and generative AI.
• Lead backlog planning, prioritization, effort estimation, and scope commitment for predictable delivery of features.
• Oversee development of AI tools, integrations, prototypes, and reusable components across systems.
• Mentor developers, providing guidance on AI-enabled development, best practices, and agile delivery approaches.
• Ensure quality, security, reliability, and ethical AI use through testing, governance, and continuous delivery practices.

Skills

AI capability

Leadership

Agile practices

User-centered design

Education

University degree in Computer Science / IT / Software Engineering

Two-year diploma in computer technology

One-year certificate with seven years experience

Tools

Git-based source control

CI/CD pipelines

Automation testing

Infrastructure as code

Job description

Government of Alberta seeks a Lead Harness Engineer to lead an AI-focused software delivery team in Edmonton. The role emphasizes designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable AI-enabled enterprise solutions within agile cross-functional teams, delivering end-to-end outcomes.

The successful candidate will manage backlog planning, collaborate with stakeholders on data-driven AI solutions, and mentor developers in AI practices while upholding security and governance standards.