Shift Technology
Lead AI Engineer - ML/LLM Ops & Agentic AI
About this role
Description: Lead AI Engineer role focused on building and scaling AI-driven platform capabilities in the Data & AI Platform Engineering team. Responsible for driving LLMOps roadmap and agentic use cases while leading a small team of engineers. Requirements: Proven experience in building production agentic systems and strong command of AI technologies (e.g., Microsoft Agent Framework, OpenAI Agents SDK). High proficiency in Python and hands-on experience with MLOps tools (Databricks, MLflow) and backend services (Azure, Kubernetes). Solid ML foundations and ability to critically assess new approaches; experience with graph ML or claims data is a plus. Strong software design skills with experience in OOP and writing maintainable code. Leadership experience in managing technical contributors and initiatives. Fluency in English; French is a plus. Benefits: Flexible remote and hybrid working options. Competitive salary with performance-based variable component. Learning and development opportunities, including Focus Fridays for personal growth. Generous PTO and paid holidays. Mental health benefits and 2 paid volunteering days per year.