AI Architect
At a glance
Mid-level AI Engineering role at GIRO. Montreal · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate CA$100,000–CA$150,000 across Canada.
GIRO has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Set the architecture and integration rules for AI systems, including solutions built around autonomous agents
- Build shared AI infrastructure that addresses security, resilience, visibility and spending controls
- Create reusable patterns for agent systems, their workflows, coordination and oversight
- Establish release and operating controls, then help teams launch and improve AI solutions
- Guide platform integration and work with architecture, data, security and development colleagues
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or a related discipline
- More than eight years in solution, system or technology-platform architecture
- Hands-on expertise designing and implementing AI, including generative models, agent systems and distributed architectures
- Strong knowledge of RAG, vector databases, context and memory handling, plus Microsoft Foundry
- You can set technical standards, document architectures and support multidisciplinary teams
Who this fits
This role suits an experienced architect who can guide technical choices and help teams move AI solutions into production. You must already have legal authorization to work in the country selected for the role when an offer is made. All candidates are subject to a criminal background check.
From the employer
GIRO IS YOUR WAY FORWARD
At GIRO, our mission is clear: Improving quality of life around the world through software and services that increase the efficiency of public transport and postal delivery.
Joining us means contributing to projects and initiatives that makes a real difference to millions of people. Every line of code, every idea, every action, advances our impact around the world. Join us and let’s lead the way forward, together.
Why choose GIRO?
• Join a Quebec software company that is an international leader
• Advance your career in a collaborative work environment where expertise and commitment are the driving force behind every project
• Stability based on long-lasting client relationships and our long-term vision
AN ENVIRONMENT FOR GROWTH
Here, we focus on an inclusive and positive environment.
We offer a range of benefits, including
• Flexible working hours, including remote work for a balanced life.
• Team activities and annual traditions that we take pride in
• Everyday support: Employee assistance program, telemedicine and mental health support.
• Training and professional development opportunities to grow, learn and discover your way forward.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION MAKES A POSITIVE IMPACT
As part of the AI team, you will help define and evolve GIRO's artificial intelligence architecture to support the development of secure, high-performing and scalable agentic solutions. You will guide technology choices and support teams in bringing AI solutions into production.
Your main responsibilities :
- Define and evolve the target architecture, guiding principles and integration standards for AI and agentic solutions.
- Design and maintain a shared infrastructure that ensures the security, resilience, observability and cost control of AI solutions.
- Guide the evolution of AI platforms and their integration into GIRO's technology ecosystem.
- Define frameworks, reusable components and development standards for agents, multi-agent systems and agentic workflows.
- Design orchestration, oversight and collaboration mechanisms for agents.
- Guide the management of context, memory, RAG and enterprise knowledge while protecting sensitive data.
- Define engineering and delivery practices that enable the controlled deployment of AI solutions.
- Implement the governance, security, observability, AIOps and AI FinOps mechanisms required to operate the platforms.
- Support teams in evaluating, productionizing and continuously improving AI solutions.
- Monitor technology trends and collaborate with architecture, data, security and development teams.
THE SKILLS THAT WILL MAKE YOU A KEY MEMBER OF OUR TEAM
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or a related field.
- More than 8 years of experience in solution, system or technology platform architecture.
- Expertise in designing and implementing artificial intelligence solutions.
- Proficiency with generative AI models, agentic systems and distributed architectures.
- In-depth knowledge of multi-agent systems, orchestration mechanisms and agentic workflows.
- Proficiency with concepts related to RAG, vector databases, and context and memory management.
- Expertise with Microsoft Foundry.
- Strong knowledge of software development practices, version control, automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.
- Good understanding of observability and AI platform operations principles (AIOps).
- Knowledge of security practices for artificial intelligence, data protection and AISecOps.
- Understanding of governance and cost optimization principles for artificial intelligence solutions (AI FinOps).
- Ability to define standards, document architectures and support multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication, influencing and technical communication skills.
- Strong interest in technology monitoring and the evolution of artificial intelligence technologies.
READY TO HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE WITH US?
Apply today and connect with our Talent Acquisition team. We look forward to meeting you!
In accordance with the standards and regulatory requirements to which GIRO adheres, all positions—whether permanent, fixed-term, or internship—are subject to a criminal background check. Positions that involve access to financial data are also subject to a credit check. All verifications are conducted in accordance with GIRO’s established procedures.
Employment Conditions
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the selected country at the time an offer of employment is made. It is the sole responsibility of candidates to obtain any required work permits, visas, or other authorizations prior to their start date.
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