Search and GenAI Engineer (Ottawa On-Site)
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THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Search and GenAI Developer collaborates closely with Software Engineers and Data Scientists to develop high-performance, scalable, cloud-native search algorithms and AI/ML systems for TechInsights' Platform. This role focuses on implementing Lucene an Semantic search solutions (ex: Elasticsearch, AWS OpenSearch, AWS Kendra) with comprehensive data flows, ETLs, and underlying data storage systems. The developer works alongside Search and AI/ML Engineers to design and implement sophisticated search systems that are event-driven, self-correcting, and equipped with auto-alarming capabilities for failure detection and data error management.
The position requires leveraging cloud computing expertise to select appropriate technology stacks and programming languages for each solution, with maintainability, performance, and scalability as core considerations. The developer implements systems primarily in Python/R, integrates with TechInsights' logging and telemetry frameworks, and develops a deep understanding of Platform architecture to facilitate seamless search and AI integration. Strong collaboration skills are essential for code reviews, knowledge transfers, and cross-functional teamwork. This is an on-site role based out of our Ottawa office.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Implement data flows and storage systems that underpin AI/ML solutions
- Develop Search and GenAI/ML software solutions that prevent data duplication, are event-driven, self-correcting, and include auto-alarming failover capabilities
- Integrate with logging and telemetry frameworks to ensure the maintainability of AI/ML solutions
- Design continuously scalable systems that are easily deployed and monitored
- Collaborate within Agile development teams with Scrum/Flow Masters and Technical Product Managers
- Test AI/ML solutions and work with QA to achieve robust test coverage
- Create diagram-rich design documentation for Search and AI/ML implementations
- Transfer technical knowledge to Software Engineers, Developers, QAs, stakeholders, and Data Owners
- Work with Data Owners to identify data errata, governance concerns, and improvement opportunities
- Implement solutions according to Engineering designs and solicit input from Software Engineers
- Learn platform designs and paradigms to enable effective integrations
WHO YOU ARE
- Graduate degree in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Engineering with strong mathematics and statistics foundation
- Deep understanding of search, machine learning, deep learning, neural networks, and NLP
- Proficiency in Python, R, and Java programming
- In-depth knowledge of AI/ML technologies, industry best practices, and data governance
- Ability to implement solutions to complex software and AI/ML problems and integrate them into software systems
- Knowledge of diverse Search and AI/ML approaches and their appropriate applications
- Works independently with minimal guidance and exercises data-driven judgment based on deep analysis
- Serves as a resource and mentor for colleagues with less Search/AI/ML experience
- Can lead projects with limited risks and resource requirements
- Explains complex technical information, builds consensus, and collaborates across teams to improve data governance and customer outcomes
As part of the recruitment process for this position, you will be required to submit your latest citizenship and/or permanent residency information. This information will be used to comply with U.S. Export Control Laws and Regulations.
WHY WORK WITH US
- High growth company driven by high performance
- Competitive pay and generous benefits (medical, dental, vision, wellness, RRSP matching)
- Expected salary: $82,195 - $91,865 annually
- Flexible vacation policy
- Annual fitness reimbursement
- Bring your own device program
- Strong sense of camaraderie, mutual respect, and shared goals among colleagues
- Support for community through charitable alliances
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Wellness resources and support from management
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