Principal Engineer, Data, AI and Platform Development & Support

Bank of Montreal; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 92,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Engineer in Data, AI, and Platform Development & Support. This role is crucial in driving data initiatives and requires significant experience in architecture and product development. The candidate will lead technical solutions and work collaboratively across the bank to deliver impactful insights, driving business outcomes through innovative approaches.

Benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Bonuses

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience with IT education/certifications.
• Proficient in SQL, NoSQL, Python, Spark, Scala, and related tools.
• Strong understanding of DevOps, automation, and enterprise collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design, development, testing, and support of data and AI products.
• Partnering with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Building infrastructure for data extraction, transformation, and loading.

Skills

Data pipelines

Solution architecture

Data modeling

SQL

NoSQL

Python

Spark

Scala

AI concepts

DevOps

Education

IT education/certifications

Tools

AWS

Azure

Hadoop

Netezza

Airflow

Job description

Principal Engineer, Data, AI and Platform Development & Support

Apply locations Toronto, ON, CAN | Full time | Posted 10 Days Ago | Job ID: R250011982

Application Deadline: 06/29/2025

Address: 4100 Gordon Baker Road

Job Family Group: Technology

This is an individual contributor role with a hybrid work model (2 days/week in the office at 33 Dundas St. W or 4100 Gordon Baker Rd).

Data and AI Technology (DAT) Engineering supports BMO's digital initiatives by building data and AI products that provide timely insights to drive business outcomes. The team collaborates across the bank to deliver numerous initiatives annually, solving complex problems with innovative solutions.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading the design, development, testing, and support of data and AI products.
• Partnering with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Building infrastructure for data extraction, transformation, and loading from various sources.

Additional responsibilities involve providing technical guidance, identifying and resolving defects, improving processes, accelerating development through automation, mentoring team members, and serving as a technical expert at the enterprise level.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of relevant experience with IT education/certifications.
• Experience with data pipelines, coding, and guiding complex transformations.
• Expertise in solution architecture, data modeling, and large-scale data systems, on-prem and cloud.
• Proficiency in SQL, NoSQL, Python, Spark, Scala, and related tools.
• Knowledge of AI concepts, GenAI, prompt engineering, and AI tools in SDLC.
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure), Hadoop, Netezza, Airflow, and handling various data formats.
• Strong understanding of DevOps, automation, modernization, and enterprise collaboration.
• Experience in Agile methodologies, coding standards, and working in regulated industries.

Salary: $92,400 - $171,600 (Salaried)

Salaries vary based on skills, experience, and location. Benefits include health insurance, tuition reimbursement, bonuses, and retirement plans. More info at Total Rewards.

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