Director of AI

Haptiq is a leader in AI-powered enterprise operations, delivering digital solutions and consulting services that drive value and transform businesses. We specialize in using advanced technology to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and unlock new revenue opportunities, particularly within the private capital markets. Our integrated ecosystem includes PaaS - Platform as a Service, the Core Platform, an AI-native enterprise operations foundation built to optimize workflows, surface insights, and accelerate value creation across portfolios; SaaS - Software as a Service, a registre platform delivering unmatched performance, intelligence, and execution at scale; and S&C - Solutions and Consulting Suite, modular technology playbooks designed to manage, grow, and optimize company performance. With over a decade of experience supporting high-growth companies and private equity-backed platforms, Haptiq brings deep domain expertise and a proven ability to turn technology into a strategic advantage. The Opportunity We are seeking a highly skilled Director of AI to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI and machine learning solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Large Language Models (LLMs), traditional AI/ML methodologies, and strong Python programming skills. You will collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to create scalable and innovative AI-powered applications. Responsibilities and Duties Design and implement AI/ML architectures, including LLM-based and traditional ML models. Develop and optimize AI solutions for scalability, efficiency, and performance. Evaluate and integrate emerging AI technologies, tools, and frameworks. Collaborateinnaná with data engineers to build robust data pipelines for model training and inference. Ensure AI systems align with business objectives and technical requirements. Drive best practices in AI governance and monitoring. Stay up-to-date with advancements in AI, LLMs, and ML algorithms. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to хоҳ software development teams, guiding them on AI architecture and best practices. Evangelize AI capabilities across the organization and provide strategic guidance on AI adoption. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the AI/ML teams. Advocate for AI-driven solutions and communicate their value to stakeholders. Requirements Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or a related field. Proven experience designing and deploying AI/ML solutions in a production environment.ుణ Strong expertise in LLMs (e.g., GPT, BERT, LLAMA) and traditional ML techniques. Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and MLOps tools. Knowledge of data engineering concepts, SQL, and NoSQL databases. Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to communicate complex AI concepts clearly. Pluses Experience with AI-driven applications such as chatbots, NLP, and computer vision. Familiarity with vector databases and retrieval‑augmented generation (RAG). Understanding of AI security, privacy, and regulatory considerations. Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines. Flexible work arrangements (including hybrid mode). Great Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A supportive, dynamic, and inclusive work environment. Why Join Us? আরও creative problem solvers who learn fast, work well in an open and diverse environment, and enjoy pushing the bar for success ever higher. We do work hard, but we also choose to have fun while doing it. Compensation The annual compensation range for this role is $190,000 – $200,000 CAD Seniority level Director Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Software Development #J-18808-Ljbffr