Research Engineering Manager, AI

Thomson Reuters; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and legal services firm in Canada is seeking an experienced software development leader to guide the delivery of innovative AI solutions. This hybrid position offers flexibility with opportunities for growth, collaboration, and community impact. Candidates should have a strong background in software development, particularly in managing teams in agile environments, and expertise in Python and MLOps.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Work-from-anywhere policy

Comprehensive benefits

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of software development experience in an agile environment.
• Proven experience in technical development with ML applications.
• Strong project management and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide the delivery of innovative AI solutions from concept to production.
• Foster collaboration on various projects.
• Coach and mentor engineering leads to promote growth.

Skills

Python development

MLOps

Cloud infrastructure (AWS and Azure)

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science

Master’s or PhD preferred

Job description

Employer Industry: Legal and Information Technology Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Hybrid work model offering flexibility with 2-3 days in the office per week
- Work-from-anywhere policy for up to 8 weeks per year to enhance work-life balance
- Comprehensive benefits including flexible vacation, Mental Health Days, and tuition reimbursement
- Strong emphasis on career development with programs designed for continuous learning and skill enhancement
- Opportunity to make a real-world impact through involvement in community initiatives and social responsibility projects

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Guide the delivery of innovative AI solutions from concept to production
- Foster collaboration between scientists and engineers on various projects
- Coach and mentor engineering leads to promote team growth
- Ensure the successful delivery of business-critical features for customer-facing applications
- Advocate for industry best practices in software delivery and project management

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or equivalent; Master’s or PhD preferred
- Minimum of 7 years of software development experience managing teams in an agile environment
- Proven experience in technical development within a cross-functional setting, especially with ML applications
- Strong project management, organization, and communication skills
- Expertise in areas such as Python development, MLOps, and cloud infrastructure (AWS and Azure)

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- A portfolio showcasing significant contributions to technology innovation
- Experience overseeing large-scale rollouts and infrastructure initiatives

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