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Shaping the Future of AI

Artificial intelligence is transforming how organizations build, deliver, and scale digital capabilities. At the Bank of Canada, our Data & Digital Services department is advancing the responsible adoption of AI to empower developers, streamline workflows, and strengthen the Bank’s digital foundation.

What you need to know

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior AI Engineer (Senior Developer) who is passionate about building the next generation of AI-powered developer experiences. In this role, you will lead the development, configuration, and implementation of advanced Code Assistant solutions, integrated advanced capabilities across GitHub, Copilot technologies and AI agents, and enable teams to work more efficiently through automation and modern AI platforms.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping how AI augments software development and digital delivery at the Bank, working alongside multidisciplinary teams to build secure, scalable, and enterprise-ready AI solutions that enhance productivity while maintaining the Bank’s strong standards for governance, reliability, and operational excellence.

What you will do

• Design, configure, and support enterprise-grade AI Code Assistants that enhance developer productivity using advanced AI and machine learning technologies.
• Lead the integration of AI solutions with GitHub, enabling secure workflow automation, security and improve developer experience.
• Architect, deploy, and optimize Copilot agents tailored to the Bank’s development and operational needs.
• Build and scale AI Foundry agents and services, ensuring solutions are reliable, secure and production ready.
• Implement and maintain fabric integrations that connect data, disparate platforms and services to enable seamless end-to-end solution delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across DevOps, Security, and Product Management to deliver secure and scalable AI solutions.
• Mentor and support fellow engineers, contributing to the growth of AI engineering and best practices across the organization.

What you need to succeed

• Deep expertise in GitHub API, Actions, and advanced configuration.
• Proven experience designing and deploying AI agents and services, particularly with AI Foundry or similar platforms.
• Hands-on proficiency with cloud platforms, including Azure and container orchestration.
• Strong coding skills in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Power Apps and relevant AI/ML frameworks.
• Strong foundation in AI-driven software development
• Proven ability to apply advanced machine learning solutions to real-world engineering workflows.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

Education and Experience

This position requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, data science, or a related field, along with 6 or more years of experience in software engineering, AI/ML engineering, or related technical roles, including at least 2 years of hands-on experience working with code assistant or Copilot technologies. A combinaison of education and experience may also be considered.

Innovative Mindset
We value candidates who demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies, including AI and digital tools. We seek individuals who can think critically about data, question existing processes, and find ways to simplify our work while embracing change and new ways of doing things.

Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. Although the position language requirement is English or French essential, we do encourage everyone to improve their second language proficiency for future career growth and to contribute towards fostering a bilingual environment.

What you need to know

• Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
• Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability
• Relocation assistance may be provided, if required
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
• The official title for this position is “Senior Developer ”
• Interviews may start as early as 15 April 2026

Hybrid Work Model
The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a portion of each month as part of the Bank’s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of 12 days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider.

• Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $111,051 to $130,649 (job grade 17)
• The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 7 to 10% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (5%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
• Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health, dental disability and life and/or accident insurance coverage that meets your needs
• Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
• Indexed, defined-benefit pension

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.