AI Solution Architect/FDE (AWS and Azure)
VDart Inc • Toronto, ON, Canada
8 hours ago
Job type
- Full-time
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Job description
Role: AI Solution Architect/FDE (AWS and Azure)
Location: Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid)
Type: Contract
- We are seeking an experienced AI Lead/Solutions Architect to drive artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives across RBC. This role requires a strategic leader who can architect AI solutions, mentor teams, and translate complex technical concepts into business value.
- The ideal candidate will have proven experience in AI/ML engineering, full-stack development, and cross-functional project leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Lead R&D efforts in AI/ML applications for financial services, including document intelligence and automated decisioning systems
- Architect end-to-end AI solutions from model design to scalable deployment using modern frameworks
- Drive technical innovation through experimentation with cutting-edge methods including RAG, multi-agent systems, and transformer architectures
- Establish and maintain deployment pipelines for AI model implementation and monitoring
Project Management & Strategy
- Lead complex AI projects from conception to production, including solution architecture and system design
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including ML engineers, backend developers, data scientists, and business stakeholders
- Develop project roadmaps, load planning, and optimization strategies for AI implementations
- Ensure smooth integration from prototyping to production environments
Team Development & Mentoring
- Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of applied innovation and technical excellence
- Guide team members in understanding AI/ML concepts and their business applications
- Provide technical leadership in algorithm selection, model evaluation, and best practices
- Support professional development through code reviews, technical writing, and knowledge sharing
- Required Qualifications
- Technical Skills
- Programming: Expert-level Python proficiency; experience with JavaScript, SQL, and web technologies
- AI/ML Frameworks: PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, HuggingFace Transformers, LangChain
- Development: FastAPI, Django, Flask, RESTful API design and development
- Data Technologies: PostgreSQL, data processing pipelines, ETL processes
- Specialized AI: NLP, computer vision, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), multi-agent systems
Experience Requirements
- 10+ years of professional software development or relevant research experience with strong Python background
- 3+ years of hands-on AI/ML engineering experience in production environments
- Proven track record of leading technical teams and complex AI projects
- Experience with full-stack development and system integration
- Background in mentoring and developing technical talent
Preferred Qualifications
- Publications or research contributions in AI/ML conferences or journals
- Experience in financial services or regulated industries
- Experience with document processing, PDF parsing, and text extraction
- Familiarity with prompt engineering and large language model optimization
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work effectively in both collaborative and independent environments
- Strategic thinking with focus on business impact and ROI
- Commitment to continuous learning in rapidly evolving AI landscape