GenAI Tech Lead
As a GenAI Tech Lead at Novisto, you’ll be the technical driver behind our GenAI initiatives.
Your mission : turn market‑ready GenAI technologies into product‑ready capabilities fast. We don’t reinvent the wheel, we execute quickly and effectively.
You’ll combine hands‑on development with technical leadership, and partner closely with Product Managers, Designers, and Software Development Tech Leads to shape, prototype, and ship impactful GenAI‑powered features. Together, you’ll ensure every solution we build delivers real value to our users and aligns with Novisto’s product vision.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Lead architecture, scientific, and system design discussions for GenAI features and internal tools
- Build and deploy GenAI‑powered product features leveraging best‑in‑class market technologies.
- Stay on top of the evolving GenAI ecosystem and evaluate the right tools and models for Novisto.
- Make pragmatic technical decisions balancing speed, scalability, and maintainability
- Ensure alignment with broader data, software, and AI architecture
- Maintain the right balance between experimentation and productization
Delivery & Execution
Contribute hands‑on to key codebases and prototypesTranslate business needs into technical requirements and actionable ticketsIdentify technical uncertainties and drive efficient technical feasibility studies and proofs of concept.Ensure high‑quality, reliable delivery through planning, code reviews, and mentoringCollaborate with other Engineering Tech Leads to ensure timely deliveryMentor GenAI developers and scientists; grow the next generation of technical talentFoster a culture of technical excellence, fast and continuous learning, and ownershipCross‑functional Collaboration
Partner with Product, Design, and Engineering teams to shape and deliver high‑impact solutions.Ensure compliance, ethics, and security are embedded into development and document these concepts for major stakeholders, clients, and prospectsQuality & Process
Champion best practices in GenAI applications development (experimentation, testing, observability, documentation).Lead maintenance and evolution of deployed GenAI models and services.Ensure balance between feature cost, latency, and accuracyJob Requirements
8+ years of experience in AI / ML projects, including 2+ years in GenAI in a senior or lead role.MSc or PhD in Computer Science (or equivalent professional experience)Strong proficiency in Python developmentStrong knowledge of at least one agentic development framework (Langgraph preferred)Bonus : Experience with sensitive client data and enterprise‑grade AI deployments.Experience with API developmentFamiliarity with cloud infrastructure (e.g., GCP, Azure), CI / CD, and MLOps practices.Leadership experience guiding teams through technical complexity.Comfortable in fast‑paced, cross‑functional environments.Fluency in English and FrenchWhat we offer
Join an early‑stage, well‑financed companyAdvance Novisto’s purpose of contributing to the sustainability of the economy, environment, and society by empowering companies to make better decisions and disclosures through our ESG data management software.Contribute your knowledge and insights to increase awareness and knowledge of sustainability.Generous health benefits (100% Insurance coverage & access to Dialogue's telemedicine app).Flexible schedules & opportunity to work remotely4 weeks of vacationStock option planSummer hours, if you prefer to work at the office, we have a beautiful office in Old Montreal, close to downtown and steps away from a metro (subway) station.Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
IT System Data Services
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