Manager, Software Engineering

Role Summary The Manager, Software Engineering leads multiple developers across delivery pods with accountability for both technical excellence and team health. This role owns the architectural integrity of solutions across teams, removes engineering blockers, and ensures delivery meets quality and timeline commitments. The Manager is equally responsible for growing a high‑performing team and maintaining the trust of clients and internal stakeholders through transparent, reliable execution.

What You Will Do Technical Execution & Oversight Guide teams on architectural decisions, set technical direction, and ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with company standards. Remove engineering blockers and facilitate cross‑functional technical discussions to keep delivery on track. Partner with the delivery team to ensure on‑time, on‑scope delivery across all active projects.

Lead or actively participate in cross‑pod technical guilds (e.g., Frontend, AI/ML, DevOps). People Leadership & Development Run regular 1:1s with direct reports focused on career growth, performance, and wellbeing. Provide timely, constructive feedback and support individual development plans.

Foster an inclusive, psychologically safe team environment where engineers can do their best work. Responsible AI & Quality Assurance Ensure models and systems are explainable, fair, and auditable throughout the solution lifecycle. Uphold and champion AltaML's Responsible AI (RAI) guidelines and development best practices across all teams.

Manage end‑to‑end solution quality in partnership with pod leads, from design through deployment. Stakeholder & Client Coordination Communicate team progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to internal stakeholders and external clients. Maintain a strong communications loop with the delivery team to keep project requirements aligned.

Support pre‑sales and business development by providing low‑level solution architecture, demos, and technical Q&A on calls. Resource Planning & Hiring Conduct hiring interviews and contribute to candidate assessment for engineering roles. Assist with quarterly resource allocation planning across pods.

What You Bring 5+ years of software engineering experience, including at least 2 years in a technical lead or management role. Demonstrated ability to drive architectural decisions and maintain engineering quality in a fast‑paced delivery environment. Experience managing and growing engineers across different levels.

Comfortable engaging directly with clients and stakeholders—you can translate technical complexity into clear, confident communication. Familiarity with AI/ML solutions and modern MLOps or software delivery practices. A track record of championing responsible, ethical AI and inclusive team culture. $120,000 - $150,000 a year This role requires a certain level of in‑office presence, based out of our Toronto or Calgary office locations.

Responsible AI (RAI) AltaML employees, contractors, and associates must be trained and well‑versed in the importance of Responsible AI and empowered to enact RAI principles by developing and deploying AI solutions. They should also be empowered to raise and escalation RAI concerns as required. AltaML is responsible for elevating public discourse and awareness of AI through open, transparent communications with the broader public.

Equal Opportunities AltaML is dedicated to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace as an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, encompassing ethnicity, religion, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, family status, age, nationality, and educational backgrounds. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodations during the interview process, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

AltaML acknowledges that its head office is located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages, and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. Our Perks Uncapped Vacation – For all full‑time, permanent employees. Seriously, take the time you need – when you need it.

Make an Impact – Witness the impact your work contribution has on the success of our company. Working with PhD and Master Level Colleagues – Endless conversations around the latest in Machine Learning and Applied AI. Competitive Benefits – For all full‑time, permanent employees.

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