Senior Manager AI , Software Development Engineering

Thomson Reuters; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working environment

Continuous learning and skill development

Industry-competitive benefits

Job summary

A leading global information provider is seeking a Senior Manager AI, Software Development Engineering to lead a team of AI software engineers. You will drive the complete software development lifecycle and collaborate with stakeholders to develop AI solutions. The ideal candidate has significant experience in software development and team management, along with leadership skills in AI. This role offers a hybrid working model and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in software development.
• At least 3–5 years in a leadership or management role focused on AI or machine learning.
• Proven expertise in Agile methodology and its application.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of AI software development engineers.
• Drive the end-to-end software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with product management and business stakeholders.

Skills

Team leadership

Agile methodology

Cloud platforms

AI technology

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Job description

Senior Manager AI, Software Development Engineering

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About the Role

In this opportunity as Senior Manager AI, Software Development Engineering, you will:

• Lead and manage a team of AI software development engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive the end-to-end software development lifecycle for AI-driven products and features, from requirements gathering to deployment and monitoring.
• Apply Agile methodology principles to manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables effectively.
• Collaborate with product management and business stakeholders to define software requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of applications leveraging cloud software, particularly within AWS.
• Implement robust monitoring strategies to ensure the performance, reliability, and scalability of AI solutions.
• Identify and execute optimizations for existing AI models and software to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Champion brand differentiation and identify competitive advantages through AI technologies.
• Manage procurement processes related to AI development tools, platforms, and services.
• Ensure smooth and successful product release cycles, coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee development and maintenance of scalable service platforms to support AI deployments.
• Lead technology implementations for new AI frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
• Provide strong people management, including hiring, mentoring, performance reviews, and career development for team members.

About You

You’re a fit for the role if your background includes:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in software development, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or management role focused on AI or machine learning.
• Proven expertise in Agile methodology and its application in software development.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS, for deploying and managing AI applications.
• Demonstrated ability to drive brand differentiation and identify competitive advantages through technology.
• Strong background in deploying applications and ensuring their operational success.
• Proficiency in setting up and managing monitoring systems for complex software solutions.
• Experience with optimising software and AI models.
• Exceptional people-management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Familiarity with procurement processes in a technology context.
• Solid understanding of the product release lifecycle.
• Experience developing and maintaining service platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of software requirements specific to AI and their translation into technical designs.
• Proven ability to lead and execute successful technology implementations.

What’s in it for You

• Hybrid work model: flexible hybrid working environment (2–3 days a week in the office depending on the role).
• Flexibility & work‑life balance: support for personal and professional responsibilities, including up to 8 weeks of work-from-anywhere per year.
• Career development and growth: continuous learning and skill development programs.
• Industry-competitive benefits: flexible vacation, two company-wide mental‑health days off, Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, incentive programs and wellbeing resources.
• Culture: inclusion, belonging, flexibility, work‑life balance and the values of obsessing over customers, competing to win, challenging thinking, acting fast / learning fast, and stronger together.
• Social impact: two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to contribute to ESG initiatives.
• Real‑world impact: help uphold the rule of law, provide trusted information, and aid society.

About Us

Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions.

We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow. As a global business, we rely on the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all employees to deliver on our business goals. We seek qualified employees in all our operations worldwide regardless of race, color, sex/gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected classification. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides a drug-free workplace.

We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. More information on requesting an accommodation is available.

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Location

Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada