Junior AI Developer

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 20, 2026
1 position

$69,000–$90,300 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Junior AI Developer will build and experiment with AI-powered solutions to improve verification workflows and engineering productivity. They will also analyze engineering data and develop visualizations to support data-driven decision-making within the ISAC team.

Job details

Join our Team ISAC System Verification Team At this time, Ericsson Canada Inc. does not provide immigration assistance/sponsorship now or in the future for this position. About this opportunity Integrated Sensing and Communications (ISAC) is one of Ericsson's most exciting technology investments, combining wireless communications and sensing technologies that will help shape the future of 6G. The ISAC System Verification (SV) team is building new ways to leverage Artificial Intelligence to improve product quality, test automation, engineering productivity, and verification efficiency. We are looking for a passionate Junior AI Developer who wants to apply AI and software development skills to real-world engineering challenges while learning from experienced engineers and technology leaders. What you will do: As a Junior AI Developer within the ISAC SV team, you will: Build and experiment with AI-powered solutions that improve verification and engineering workflows. Develop applications using Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), and agentic AI concepts. Integrate AI tools with engineering systems and data sources. Analyze testing, quality, and engineering data to identify trends and opportunities for automation. Support proof-of-concepts and innovation projects focused on AI-enabled verification. Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations that help teams make data-driven decisions. Work closely with System Verification Engineers, Test Managers, and software developers to solve challenging technical problems. The skills you bring: Bachelor's or Master's degree in: Computer Science Software Engineering Computer Engineering Artificial Intelligence Data Science Mathematics Or a related field Programming experience in Python or another modern programming language, with willingness to learn Python Understanding of AI and machine learning fundamentals obtained through coursework, projects, internships, hackathons, or personal projects. Familiarity with: Large Language Models (LLMs) Prompt engineering APIs Git Software testing and debugging Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Curiosity and passion for learning and applying emerging AI technologies. Nice to Have Experience with RAG, vector databases, or agentic AI frameworks. Experience building AI-powered side projects, university projects, or participating in hackathons. Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or cloud-based AI platforms. Familiarity with telecommunications, wireless systems, software testing, or quality engineering. Why Join the ISAC SV Team? Help shape verification for one of Ericsson's most innovative technology programs. Gain hands-on experience with Generative AI and agentic AI technologies. Work directly with experienced verification engineers and AI practitioners. Build solutions that improve engineering efficiency and product quality at scale. Contribute to technologies that will influence the future evolution toward 6G. Why join Ericsson? At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next. What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like. Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more. If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned. Primary country and city: Canada (CA) || Ottawa (Country/ City) Job details: Developer Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals. Your Pay The salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. The salary range for this position is • Ottawa: $69,000 - $90,300CAD Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply. Your Health Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of 3 medical and dental plan options that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Core level coverage is paid for fully by Ericsson. Your Financial Security We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Ericsson’s Group Retirement & Savings Program offers an automatic 2% company contribution into the Pension Plan. Ericsson also offers a 50% match of employee’s contribution into the Registered Retirement Savings Plan, up to 8% of the employee’s contribution (maximum of 4% match). This leads to a total company contribution potential of 6%. Employees will also basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage at two-times annual base pay at no cost, as well as short-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan. Your Time Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 18 days of accrued vacation, at least 3personal days, minimum 10 holidays, 1 volunteer day, and sick days. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 10 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay. Additional Benefits Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, wellness account, and recognition programs.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Artificial Intelligence. Proficiency in Python and a solid understanding of AI/ML fundamentals are required, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills.