AI Lead/Developer

Location:
Toronto, ON, CA, M5J 2V5 Mississauga, ON, CA Edmonton, AB, CA Waterloo, ON, CA Calgary, AB, CA Vancouver, BC, CA Burnaby, BC, CA

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Req ID: 54290

Jobs by Category: People & Culture, Finance and Corporate Affairs

Job Function: Finance

Status: Full Time

Schedule: Regular

Description

Turn AI Opportunities Into Reality — Lead full-stack development, mentor the next generation of AI engineers, and transform finance operations.

Join our team and what we’ll accomplish together

At TELUS, the Finance AI & Automation team drives our transformation into an AI-powered organization. In the AI Lead role, you will identify opportunities and build scalable AI-driven solutions while fostering innovation.

You’ll leverage technical expertise in GenAI and cloud architecture to build and maintain scalable, intelligent applications that deliver measurable business value. As a technical leader and mentor, you will be involved in full-stack development and partner with Finance leaders to turn AI opportunities into reality.

What you’ll do

Architect and develop AI/ML full-stack solutions and proof-of-concepts using GenAI technologies and cloud platforms (GCP/Azure)

Design and develop data pipelines, robust APIs that serve as foundations powering AI automations and transformative solutions

Facilitate process mapping sessions with finance SMEs to capture decision rules and identify potential solutions

Drive successful transitions for AI/ML tools from ideation through pilot to scaled deployment across the enterprise

Drive accountability through metrics tracking and transparent stakeholder communication

Lead technical design discussions, conduct architecture reviews, and mentor junior developers to foster best practices

Qualifications

What you bring

Proven 6-8 years of experience in software development or data management, with at least 4 years of technical leadership or architecting complex solutions

Advanced data handling and ETL skills, including Cloud Platforms (GCP, Azure), SQL, Data Modeling, and Cloud Data stores

Full stack development skills: Frontend (React, modern JavaScript/TypeScript) and Backend (Python, RESTful APIs)

Strong background in Machine Learning frameworks, GenAI platforms, LLMs, and agentic AI

Exceptional communication skills to present technical concepts to finance stakeholders and business leaders in accessible terms

Experience facilitating requirement gathering, design sessions, and technical/architectural reviews

Degree in Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or a related field

Great-to-haves

Cloud certifications (GCP Professional or Azure Solutions Architect)

Familiarity with TELUS data platforms, tools, and AI governance frameworks

Prior AI squad or transformation initiative experience

Salary Range: $86,000-$136,000

Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 15%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if the posted salary range doesn't match your expectations. We're open to discussing competitive compensation packages tailored to your experience level and expertise. TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family

Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both

Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs

Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve

Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills

And much more …

Job Type: This is for a current vacancy

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.