Senior Machine Learning Engineer

Encore Technical Solutions Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Technical Solutions Inc. is hiring a Senior AI/ML Engineer in Toronto to lead the development and deployment of advanced LLM solutions. This role involves building a high-performing team, executing a multi-year strategy, and ensuring technical excellence. Candidates should have 5+ years of AI/ML experience and deep expertise in LLMs and NLP. A master's or PhD in a related field is also required. Join a visionary company to impact business outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML.
• Deep expertise in LLMs and NLP.
• Proven ability to scale AI systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of LLM systems.
• Mentor a high-performing AI engineering team.
• Define a multi-year roadmap aligned with business goals.

Skills

Leadership in AI/ML

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Expertise in LLMs

NLP knowledge

Education

MS/PhD in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

PyTorch

DeepSpeed

Job description

We’re hiring on behalf of an enterprise client based in downtown Toronto, seeking a visionary Senior AI/ML Engineer to spearhead the development and deployment of advanced Large Language Model (LLM) solutions. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on building a top-tier team, shaping long-term AI strategy, and delivering transformative business outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the design, development, and scaling of LLM systems.
• Build and mentor a high-performing AI engineering team.
• Define and execute a multi-year roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Translate complex AI concepts into actionable strategies for stakeholders.
• Ensure technical excellence, compliance, and measurable impact.

What You Bring:

• MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in AI/ML
• Deep expertise in LLMs, NLP, and modern AI frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, DeepSpeed).
• Proven ability to scale AI systems and teams in complex environments.
• Exceptional communication and decision‑making skills.

Bonus Points For:

• Experience in regulated industries (finance, insurance, health).
• Familiarity with responsible AI practices and InfoSec/privacy standards.
• Startup or full‑stack product development experience.