Senior Software Developer 2, Artificial Intelligence

D2L; Toronto; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

D2L is seeking a Senior Software Developer 2 focused on Artificial Intelligence to enhance their innovative educational platforms. This role requires proven experience in AI and machine learning, allowing you to lead development efforts while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates will contribute to revolutionizing learning with ethical AI applications and robust software solutions, all within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Wellness subsidies

Equity grants

Flexible time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years in software development, especially in scalable, cloud-based applications.
• 5+ years with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices.
• Experience with AI ethics and responsible AI development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new products and features integrating AI techniques.
• Conduct ongoing research and contribute to thought leadership in AI.
• Collaborate with product teams to enhance team productivity through best practices.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Understanding of AI Ethics

Object-oriented design

Knowledge of software development methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Git

Jira

Slack

Job description

Senior Software Developer 2, Artificial Intelligence

D2L is a cloud company modernizing education and shaping the Future of Work. We are at the forefront of transforming traditional teaching and learning models into personalized, student-centric experiences that improve retention, engagement, satisfaction, and outcomes across educational institutions and corporate environments.

Our mission is to revolutionize learning worldwide by providing innovative, flexible, and intelligent platforms that inspire learners of all ages. We are committed to helping our customers succeed with solutions as robust and innovative as D2L.

Our Talent Acquisition team personally reviews all applications—resumes are read by real people! We look forward to learning how you can contribute to D2L.

How will I make an Impact?

We seek a seasoned Software Developer passionate about engineering best practices. You will leverage your experience to boost team productivity and effectiveness through your coding, decision-making, and knowledge sharing. Your insights will help us invest in the right technologies and advance our AI initiatives.

As part of the D2L Labs team, you will lead the development of new products and features, integrate cutting-edge AI techniques, conduct ongoing research, and contribute to thought leadership. Your work will build on our foundation of innovation, exploring AI opportunities and understanding associated challenges, fostering a culture of continuous learning and agility.

What you’ll bring to the role :

• Strong communication skills for technical discussions and explaining complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience in completing challenging projects involving AI and machine learning.
• Hands-on experience with large language models (e.g., GPT, Claude, Llama) and AI agents, including integration into enterprise applications.
• Alignment with AI ethics and responsible AI practices.
• Excellent collaboration skills working with product teams and stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of Computer Science topics including data structures, algorithms, databases, distributed systems, and machine learning.
• Proficiency in object-oriented design and coding.
• Experience in creating intuitive user interfaces.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies like Agile and Scrum, and best practices for AI deployment.

Expected Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; advanced degrees are a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of innovative solutions.
• 8+ years in software development, especially in scalable, cloud-based applications.
• 5+ years with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices.
• Experience with AI ethics and responsible AI development.
• Proficiency in CI / CD pipelines, security principles, and working with large language models.
• Understanding of agent-based systems and multi-agent architectures.
• Experience working in agile teams with tools like Git, Jira, Slack.

The salary range for this role is $130,000 — $160,000 CAD, based on experience and qualifications. Additional benefits may include wellness subsidies, equity grants, and incentives.

We encourage candidates who do not meet every requirement to apply, as we value growth and diversity.

Why we're awesome :

At D2L, you will have impactful work, growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible time off, wellness programs, and more. We are committed to a diverse, inclusive environment and equal opportunity employment. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.

Schedule : Full-time

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