Senior Manager, AI Engineering

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a Senior Manager in AI Engineering to spearhead the development of advanced AI solutions. This role involves leading a dynamic R&D team, collaborating across functions to create impactful data-driven strategies, and mentoring talented data scientists. With a focus on cutting-edge technology, you'll design and implement robust AI pipelines while staying attuned to industry trends. Join a diverse and forward-thinking team dedicated to enhancing experiences at the intersection of hospitality and technology. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving field.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in AI product design and implementation.
• Experience leading teams and delivering data-driven solutions.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms and Python libraries.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and deployment of AI solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to create data-driven strategies.
• Mentor data scientists and maintain data integrity.

Skills

AI Engineering

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Cloud Platforms (AWS, GCP)

Python (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)

SQL

BI Development

Tools

AWS

GCP

Airflow

Sagemaker

Vertex AI

Power BI

Looker

Job description

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That’s because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that’s the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.

You’ll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We’re in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between – doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

Why work with Compass Digital? We are a member of Compass Group North America the leading foodservice and support services company. We create remarkable customer experiences through the innovative design and development of technology products and services. Compass Digital began as an innovation startup and the team has since rapidly grown and now supports technology and innovation across all of North America. Compass digital is comprised of user experience designers, developers, data scientists, project managers, business analysts, marketers and technology implementation managers, all of whom look at the world from a human perspective to rethink what's possible in the areas of technology innovation and consumer engagement within the foodservice and hospitality industries. Join us.

Job Summary

At Compass Digital, our mission is to create extraordinary experiences at the intersection of hospitality and technology. The Compass Digital Decision Science team is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Manager, AI Engineering to join our team and drive the development of cutting-edge AI solutions to help our partners make smarter business decisions.

Now, If You Were To Come Onboard As Our Senior Manager, AI Engineering, We’d Ask You To Do The Following For Us:

• Act as a thought leader in the space of state-of-the-art AI engineering;
• Lead the end-to-end development and deployment of scalable machine learning and AI pipelines, from data collection and preprocessing to model training and deployment;
• Build and lead a nimble R&D team;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and develop innovative data-driven solutions that drive measurable impact;
• Conduct comprehensive analysis to extract actionable insights and provide strategic recommendations for business optimization and growth;
• Design and implement robust data infrastructure, following governance practices around data integrity and security;
• Mentor and provide guidance to data scientists, fostering a collaborative environment for knowledge sharing and skill development;
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in machine learning, AI, LLMS, and data science.

Think you have what it takes to be our Senior Manager, AI Engineering? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in designing and implementing commercial AI products
• 1+ years of experience building and leading teams
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, GCP preferred) and related services (Airflow, Sagemaker, Vertex AI)
• Proficiency with Python libraries like TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn
• Advanced to expert knowledge of SQL
• Proven track record of delivering successful data-driven solutions that have driven tangible business outcomes
• Experience in handling and analyzing large-scale structured and unstructured datasets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Knowledge of software development practices and version control systems
• Experience leveraging LLMs to build or improve data models and pipelines
• BI Development experience with Power BI, Looker or similar

Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.

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