Associate AI Engineer

ShyftLabs is a data product company helping Fortune 500 companies unlock growth through innovative digital solutions. They are seeking an Associate AI Engineer to design and build AI-powered features integrated into real-world applications and data platforms, working closely with experienced engineers and product managers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and integrating AI-powered features into backend applications and workflows
• Work with LLM APIs, machine learning models, and automation pipelines to support intelligent product experiences
• Develop and maintain backend APIs, microservices, and integrations using modern development frameworks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Support the development of scalable data pipelines and workflows for AI-enabled applications
• Participate in testing, debugging, monitoring, and improving production systems
• Contribute to technical documentation, API specifications, and architecture discussions
• Learn and apply best practices in software engineering, cloud development, and AI integration
• Participate in code reviews and collaborate with senior engineers to improve code quality and system reliability
• Stay current with emerging AI/ML technologies, tools, and engineering practices

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, AI, or a related field
• Internship, co-op, academic project, or personal project experience in software engineering, AI/ML, or backend development
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with libraries or frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn
• Understanding of backend development concepts such as APIs, microservices, and databases
• Familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript or Node.js is considered an asset
• Exposure to REST APIs, SQL, and cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP through coursework, internships, or projects
• Interest in AI/ML technologies, including LLMs and intelligent automation tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies quickly
• Good communication and collaboration skills in a team environment
• Understanding of software development fundamentals, including testing, version control, and Agile development practices
• Experience working on personal, academic, or hackathon projects involving AI or data platforms
• Familiarity with tools such as Docker, Git, Kafka, or cloud deployment workflows
• Exposure to data engineering, ETL pipelines, or analytics systems
• Interest in scalable distributed systems or event-driven architectures
• Contributions to open-source projects, technical clubs, or developer communities

Benefits

• -Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid model with three days per week in our Toronto office.
• -Downtown Toronto Office: Work in the heart of the city.
• -Comprehensive Benefits: We cover 100% of health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and your dependents which means no out-of-pocket costs. Eligibility starts from day one itself.
• -Growth & Learning: Access extensive learning and development resources to keep leveling up your skills.

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