Manufacturing Systems & AI Integration Lead

Robertson & Company Ltd.; Uxbridge; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Robertson & Company Ltd. in Ontario is seeking a Software Engineer & AI Specialist to lead modernization and integration of business systems across manufacturing, operations, engineering and sales.

This hands-on role requires translating business needs into practical technology solutions and driving cross-functional collaboration. You will integrate Sage X3 ERP and CRM applications, develop APIs and automation to streamline data flows, and partner with IT to define standards and guide

Qualifications

• 5+ years progressive experience in business systems, software development, systems integration, or digital transformation.
• Strong hands-on development experience using C#, .NET, Python, Java, C++ or comparable technologies.
• Demonstrated experience integrating ERP, CRM and other business-critical applications; APIs, databases and data workflows.
• Experience identifying inefficient processes and designing technology solutions that improve operations.
• Manufacturing/industrial/engineering environment experience preferred.
• Experience with Sage X3 or other manufacturing ERP is a strong asset.
• Experience with Microsoft technologies and cloud; exposure to AI, automation or ML is a plus.
• Ability to balance hands-on execution with requirements gathering and strategic thinking.
• Strong business acumen and consultative approach; able to challenge processes.
• Strong communication with technical teams, operations and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the modernization and integration of business systems across manufacturing, operations, engineering, sales and administrative functions.
• Partner with business leaders to understand operational challenges, identify inefficient processes and translate business needs into practical technology solutions.
• Integrate core platforms, including Sage X3 ERP, internally developed CRM applications, Microsoft technologies and other standalone business systems.
• Develop applications, integrations, APIs, scripts and software solutions that improve data flow and connectivity between existing platforms.
• Reduce manual processes, duplicate data entry and disconnected reporting through automation and more scalable workflows.
• Evaluate existing applications and recommend where systems should be integrated, enhanced, replaced or simplified.
• Support the organization's adoption of AI and automation, including applications within production planning, scheduling and operational workflows.
• Work closely with manufacturing and operational teams to identify opportunities where technology can improve efficiency and decision-making.
• Partner with the organization's external IT service provider while providing internal technical guidance on systems, architecture and modernization priorities.
• Establish scalable technology practices and standards while supporting the longer-term development of the organization's internal IT function.
• Support the longer-term development of the IT function, with the opportunity to take on increased technology leadership responsibility as the organization grows.

Skills

C# / .NET

Python

Java

C++

APIs & data workflows

Tools

Sage X3

CRM systems

Job description

Robertson & Company Ltd. in Ontario is seeking a Software Engineer & AI Specialist to lead modernization and integration of business systems across manufacturing, operations, engineering and sales.

This hands-on role requires translating business needs into practical technology solutions and driving cross-functional collaboration. You will integrate Sage X3 ERP and CRM applications, develop APIs and automation to streamline data flows, and partner with IT to define standards and guide