Job Description
Job Description
Salary :
Were seeking talented ML practitioners to join our team, particularly those with Reinforcement Learning experience and expertise. Youll work on high-impact projects that bring cutting-edge AI research to life in real-world applications. If you are ready to contribute and lead innovative ML projects spanning industries, specializations and applications, get in touch!
- Dave Staszak, Lead Machine Learning Scientist
About the Role
Reporting to the Lead Machine Learning Scientist, Advanced Technology, the Machine Learning Scientist, Advanced Technology serves as a key member in maintaining Amii's reputation for scientific excellence and providing insight into their area of expertise.
This position is responsible for the delivery of innovative solutions to Amii's industry partners by leading applied ML projects and mentoring junior team members. Their expertise bridges the gap between fundamental ML techniques and business applications, guiding clients through the complexities of AI adoption.
The Advanced Technology team sources technical talent to work on our industry partners projects and the Machine Learning Scientist is responsible for supporting that talent through those project deliveries.
The position focuses on achieving excellence in four main accountabilities :
Client Success : Work with Amii clients to advance their ML projects and capabilities.Machine Learning Expertise : Serve as a subject matter expert to guide and support organizational initiatives.Research & Development : Support the advancement of ML research and development in both industry and academia.People Leadership : Mentor junior team members to help them achieve their goals and advance their professional growth.Required Skills / Expertise
Key Responsibilities :
Client Success
Leads regular client meetings to understand their machine learning objectives and provides tailored technical guidance to support project developmentBridges the gap between fundamental ML techniques and business applications, providing scientific insight into technical projects and leading the technical and scientific directionSupports the implementation of exploratory data analysis and machine learning modelling techniquesConducts client discovery sessions to understand and evaluate potential projects and to determine specific needs and requirementsCoaches clients to efficiently extract insights and make informed decisionsWrites and reviews technical reports and codeDevelops and nurtures strong relationships with clients through effective communication and scientific excellenceIncorporates client feedback to enhance delivery and ensure client successMachine Learning Expertise
Establishes themselves firmly as a trusted subject matter expert in reinforcement learning as well as potential other domainsCoaches junior staff through the model-building process, providing expertise and supportMentors junior team members on career development and progression, drawing lessons for coaching opportunitiesEncourages a collaborative work environment by facilitating teamwork and the exchange of ideas among team membersIdentifies and addresses knowledge gaps, providing solutions or resources to bridge themEnsures the Principled AI Framework is integrated into all projects, promoting ethical AI development and usageResearch and Development
Translates academic research into practical applications, applied research and industry solutionsConducts research in leading-edge methods in various AI domains, such as reinforcement learning (RL), computer vision (CV), natural language processing (NLP) and large language models (LLMs)Transfers knowledge across domains and industries, building a strong technical repertoire to bring to new problemsPrepares manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journalsSupports fundamental research in AI through applied research projects and the development of research topicsPeople Leadership
Provides supervision to junior team members by overseeing and refining their work, and managing approval processesMentors direct reports on career development and progression, drawing lessons for coaching opportunitiesFosters a collaborative work environment by facilitating teamwork and the exchange of ideas among team membersEncourages and maintains a problem-solving approach to work while acting as a coach and collaboratorIdentifies and addresses knowledge gaps, providing solutions or resources to bridge themFunctions as a point of escalation for addressing challenges and facilitating the resolution of problemsQualifications :
Masters or PhD in Computer Science with a specialization in Machine Learning or related scientific field with relevant applied experience in Machine Learning2+ years experience developing, training, and evaluating machine learning models in an industrial settingExperience and expertise with Reinforcement Learning as demonstrated with academic projects and / or industrial application1+ years experience in a leadership capacity in industry or academic setting (nice to have)Proficient in Python, experience in other programming languages i.e. Java or SQL (nice to have)Proficient with machine learning tools and frameworks such as Scikit-learn, Pytorch / Tensorflow, Pandas, Optuna, Wandb, lightgbm / XGBoost, and SciPyPublication record in peer-reviewed academic conferences or relevant journalsAbility to explain complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiencesThorough understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of a range of ML techniques across supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and reinforcement learningExperience leveraging cloud based tools for ML model building and deploymentKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) :
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detailFlexibility and willingness to adapt, including working with disparate data, skill levels, and client needsWorks independently and make informed decisions while collaborating with team members and subject matter expertsAble to identify gaps in knowledge and triage their own learning appropriatelyComfortable taking a leadership role, providing expert scientific guidance and mentorship to both clients and junior team membersExhibits confidence and sound judgment while collaborating with subject matter expertsWhat you'll love about us
A professional yet casual work environment that encourages the growth and development of your skillsParticipate in professional development activitiesGain access to the Amii community and eventsA chance to learn from amazing teammates who support one another to succeedCompetitive compensation, including paid time off and flexible health benefitsA modern office located in downtown Edmonton, AlbertaAbout Amii
One of Canadas three main institutes for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, our world-renowned researchers drive fundamental and applied research at the University of Alberta (and other academic institutions), training some of the worlds top scientific talent. Our cross-functional teams work collaboratively with Alberta-based businesses and organizations to build AI capacity and translate scientific advancement into industry adoption and economic impact.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, please dont wait for the closing January 9, 2026 to apply - were excited to add a new member to the Amii team for this role, and the posting may come down sooner than the closing date if we find the right candidate before the posting closes! When sending your application, please send yourresume and cover letter indicating why you think you'd be a fit for Amii. In your cover letter, please include one professional accomplishment you are most proud of and why.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application.
Amii is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. Accommodations for disability-related needs throughout the recruitment and selection process are available upon request. Any information provided by you for accommodations will be kept confidential and wont be used in the selection process.
