Senior Technical Manager - Applied Agentic AI Systems

AltaML; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI solutions provider in Calgary is seeking a Senior Technical Manager to shape intelligent AI products for the public sector. This role emphasizes hands-on coding and system architecture, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in software engineering, with a passion for responsible AI. Join a fast-moving environment where your contributions will directly impact innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in software engineering and system architecture, ideally in AI, data, or intelligent systems.
• Proven ability to code, design, and deliver production systems, not just manage them.
• Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly to executives, clients, and partners.
• A track record of hands-on innovation, experimentation, and learning in emerging technology domains.
• Familiarity with agentic AI frameworks, multi-agent systems, or human-in-the-loop architectures.
• Passion for responsible AI — building systems that are inclusive, transparent, and aligned with human intent.

Responsibilities

• Lead by doing – design, prototype, and code alongside the team.
• Architect intelligent systems – develop modular, scalable architectures for agentic AI solutions.
• Translate between technical details and practical value-driven outcomes.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and AI techniques.
• Implement best practices in software development and responsible AI.
• Coach engineers and technical leads, model hands-on leadership.
• Serve as a brand ambassador, engaging in the AI community.

Skills

Software engineering

System architecture

AI development

Communication skills

Hands-on innovation

Familiarity with AI frameworks

Responsible AI

Job description

Senior Technical Manager – Applied Agentic AI Systems

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Be the hands‑on leader shaping the next generation of intelligent, agentic AI products in the Public Sector.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior Technical Manager who leads from the front — someone who codes, architect, experiments and builds alongside the team. You’ll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering applied agentic AI systems that bridge cutting‑edge technology and real‑world impact.

In this role, you’ll be both a technical builder and a strategic connector, translating complex AI capabilities into scalable, reliable, and ethical products our public sector clients. You’ll collaborate with non‑technical client stakeholders across the public sector and internal development and product teams to quickly turn ideas into working systems that make a difference.

What You’ll Do

• Lead by doing – design, prototype, and code alongside the team to set technical direction and excellence with the aim of delighting our clients.
• Architect intelligent systems – develop modular, scalable architectures for agentic AI solutions that are integrated into and augmenting workflows. Production is everything.
• Bridge outcomes – translate between deep technical details and practical value‑driven outcomes, ensuring clarity and alignment across stakeholders and teams.
• Drive innovation – evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, frameworks, and AI techniques to keep our solutions ahead of the curve.
• Champion engineering excellence – implement best practices in software development, MLOps, and responsible AI, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Mentor and grow teams – coach engineers and technical leads, model hands‑on leadership, and help recruit exceptional talent as the company scales.
• Represent technical thought leadership – serve as a brand ambassador, engaging in the broader AI community, sharing insights and advocating for safe, transparent, and applied agentic AI.

What You Bring

• 7+ years experience in software engineering and system architecture, ideally in AI, data, or intelligent systems.
• Proven ability to code, design, and deliver production systems, not just manage them.
• Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly to executives, clients, and partners.
• A track record of hands‑on innovation, experimentation, and learning in emerging technology domains.
• Familiarity with agentic AI frameworks, multi‑agent systems, or human‑in‑the‑loop architectures.
• Passion for responsible AI — building systems that are inclusive, transparent, and aligned with human intent.

Why Join Us

You’ll join a fast‑moving company where ideas move from whiteboard to production quickly — and where your fingerprints will be on the code, the architecture, and the innovation that powers our solutions. If you’re a builder, connector, and innovator ready to lead hands‑on, this is your place.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

Location

Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area