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Staff Applied AI Engineer
Forward Financing
Remote, Canada
- $180,000 to $240,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
Demonstrated experience as a backend software engineer with strong programming skills (Python preferred; experience with Ruby or Go is a plus).
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Firmware Engineer
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
Richmond, BC · Canada - Richmond, BC
- Full-time
…research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical…
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Technical Specialist, Quality Assurance
Hitachi
Burnaby, BC · Toronto, ON · (RSBU) Burnaby
- Full-time
and within the operational disciplines (engineering- systems, software, hardware, testing, safety engineering and assurance, industry & supply chain, services, deployment, PM, procurement,…
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Intern - Credit Risk, Winter 2027
EQ Bank | Canada's Challenger Bank
Toronto, ON
3M to 1 yr of exposure to Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft PowerShell, Microsoft Power Automate, Python, and/or SQL.
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Senior Software Engineer, Agentic Systems
CareLink (by Asepha)
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…we’re scaling rapidly and seeking a talented, innovative Senior Software Engineer to join our growing team. As one of our early hires, you’ll play a critical role in shaping our engineering…
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Lead Quantitative Financial Engineer
SS&C Technologies
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave
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Senior Software Developer (C++/ Networking)
Pivot + Edge
Gatineau, Quebec
- Full-time
…dynamic individual to join our well-established team as a Senior Software Developer (C++/ Networking). As part of our team, you will design, develop and maintain products used in Air…
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ICQA Data Analyst
Amazon
Pitt Meadows, British Columbia
- Experience with data scripting languages (e.g., SQL, Python, R, or equivalent) or statistical/mathematical software (e.g., R, SAS, Matlab, or equivalent)
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Staff Back End Engineer (Data Platform)
Forma.ai
Toronto, Ontario
…being an example to the team of code quality and thoughtful software design. You will be working on the most challenging code at…
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QA Engineer I
Paymentus Group Inc
Ontario
- Full-time
Investigate the use of a software as a service (SaaS) platform and how it provides solutions to a diverse range of clients, and provide data-driven automated tests to strive for 100% code…
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Senior IT Application Specialist
Geotab
Oakville, ON · Toronto, ON · Waterloo, ON
Strong programming and scripting skills in Python, PowerShel
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Staff Software Engineer, Fullstack
Fivetran
Toronto, ON
We’re looking for a Staff Software Engineer, Fullstack to join our Reverse ETL product engineering team.
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Senior Data Analyst - Activations
EQ Bank | Canada's Challenger Bank
Toronto, Ontario
- Full-time
Demonstrated experience with statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, Python) and/or programming/scripting languages.
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Technical Specialist, Quality Assurance
Hitachi
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
and within the operational disciplines (engineering- systems, software, hardware, testing, safety engineering and assurance, industry & supply chain, services, deployment, PM, procurement,…
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QNX Senior Security Researcher
BlackBerry
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
QNX enhances the human experience and amplifies technology-driven industries, providing a trusted foundation for software-defined businesses to thrive. The business leads the way in…
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QNX Senior Security Researcher
BlackBerry
Ottawa, Ontario
- Full-time
QNX enhances the human experience and amplifies technology-driven industries, providing a trusted foundation for software-defined businesses to thrive. The business leads the way in…
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Implementation Analyst
Forma.ai
Toronto, Ontario
Healthcare coverage. We have a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, and a paid parental leave program.
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Contract Network Communications Software Developer
Pivot + Edge
Gatineau, Quebec
- Contract
…well-established team as a 6-month contract Network Communications Software Developer. As part of our team, you will design, develop and maintain products used in Air Traffic Management…
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Senior Network Communications Software Developer
Pivot + Edge
Gatineau, Quebec
- Full-time
…our well-established team as a Senior Network Communications Software Developer. As part of our team, you will design, develop and maintain products used in Air Traffic Management…
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Senior Software Enginner- Global Payments Engineering
Scotiabank
Toronto, ON · Scarborough, ON
Working knowledge of an entire application/system; Engineers software solutions that meet the needs of stakeholders while focusing on continually reducing technical debt
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Développeur(se) d'automatisation et d'infrastructure - Infrastructure & Automation Developer
Gameloft
Montreal, Quebec
- Full-time
We are looking for a talented FinOps Developer to join our team. This role focuses on automating the retrieval, validation, and reporting of infrastructure, software, database, and…
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Full Stack Developer
Fortinet
Burnaby, British Columbia
- Full-time
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Principal Engineer, Engineering Productivity & Tooling
Netskope
Toronto, ON
…speed and quality. We are looking for an experienced Principal Software Engineer to own and drive our CI/CD strategy, with a special focus on creating a fast, safe, and reliable path to…
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Optical Components Test Engineer - Ottawa or Quebec City
Ciena
Ottawa, Ontario
- Full-time
5+ years of experience developing automated test systems and software for production environments
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Technical Lead - Actuarial Systems
PartnerRE Ltd.
Toronto, ON
- $110,000 to $150,000 CAD / year
…opportunity to participate in an array of benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, a health spending account, a defined contribution pension plan, life insurance, short- and…

Forward Financing

Staff Applied AI Engineer

Remote, Canada

Remote

$180,000 to $240,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $180,000 to $240,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Workplace: Remote
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 9, 2026

Original job description

Forward Financing is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts with team members throughout the United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada. The company is on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In Boston and certified as a Great Place To Work®, Forward is investing in its employees, technology, and customer experience – with long-term success in mind every step of the way.

Role Overview

The Staff Software Engineer - Applied AI will architect and develop systems, tools and agents that leverage existing foundational AI models and deliver impactful AI-powered solutions. This role requires an expert generalist with deep technical skills who can integrate AI capabilities across diverse technology stacks and platforms. The engineer will work in a fast-paced innovation lab environment driving test-and-learn experiments, focusing on system design, scalability, and seamless AI service integration. You will be empowered to drive change by translating business needs into technical implementations that unlock business potential. You will be part of an innovation team that will be tasked with experimentation and developing proof of concept solutions to solve some of the company's most exciting problems and to capture significant business opportunities.

In this role you will:

Translate high-level business problems into functional AI solutions by creating and executing end-to-end solutions..
Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs that deploy and integrate AI-powered features using existing foundational models (e.g., OpenAI, Claude, Hugging Face, etc.).
Implement scalable, reliable, and maintainable backend architecture supporting AI workflows, automation, and data processing pipelines.
Integrate AI services into complex technology stacks, ensuring interoperability with microservices, AWS platform, and data systems (Snowflake).
Enable rapid test-and-learn cycles by building experimentation frameworks that support iterative deployment of AI-driven functionalities.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, data scientists, and frontend engineers to translate business needs into technical implementations.
Stay abreast of the AI ecosystem, frameworks, and tools to guide implementation decisions and technical evaluations for adopting new AI capabilities.
Document backend system designs, APIs, workflows, and integration patterns clearly for team knowledge sharing and operational continuity.

Required Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline.
Demonstrated experience as a backend software engineer with strong programming skills (Python preferred; experience with Ruby or Go is a plus).
Proven ability to design and develop scalable backend systems, APIs, and distributed services.
Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and platforms, container orchestration, and deployment pipelines.
Strong knowledge of AI ecosystem components including major foundational model providers, AI APIs, data pipelines, and orchestration frameworks.
Practical expertise in integrating third-party AI services and managing complex dependencies in multi-stack environments.
Effective problem solver with a test-and-learn mindset, capable of rapid prototyping and iterative development.
Excellent communication skills to present technical concepts clearly to both technical and business stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

Familiarity with AI tools and frameworks like AWS Bedrock, Langchain, vector databases, or similar AI orchestration technologies.
Experience with automation, knowledge systems, and backend optimization related to AI-driven processes.
Understanding of responsible AI principles, data privacy, and system reliability considerations.
Experience in building APIs and backend components for real-time or near-real-time AI applications.

Compensation:

Annual Targeted Salary: $180,000 – $240,000 CAN

Annual Target Bonus: 12%

At Forward Financing, we're committed to fair and transparent compensation. We believe in providing a compensation package that recognizes your skills, experience, and the unique value you bring to our team. We take a market-based approach to pay, regularly reviewing benchmark data to ensure our compensation remains competitive, equitable, and aligned with our performance-driven culture.

Final offers are determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, specific skills, and internal equity. This approach ensures that our compensation is competitive and equitable. Your recruiter will provide specific details on the expected base and variable earnings as it pertains to this specific role. This position is to fill an existing vacancy.

Total Rewards:

Additionally, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, a flexible time-off policy, paid parental leave, RRSP match, wellness reimbursement, volunteering days, annual professional development budget, and charitable donation match.

Forward is proud to be a remote-first company, keeping workplace flexibility a top priority for our employees. As a business, we are focused on impact; we are more concerned with your contributions to the success of the company than where you get your work done. To help facilitate in-person collaboration, employees are welcome to work from one of our premiere office locations.

When we aren’t collaborating to drive business and support our customers, we’re finding virtual and in-person ways to get to know our colleagues, celebrate team wins, and have fun together!

Our Core Values:

Drive the Mission: We believe in financial opportunity for underserved small businesses. We say “yes” when others say “no.”
Keep It Real: We value direct communication, candid feedback, and authenticity. We are an open book.
Act With Kindness: We create an environment where caring is cool and helping is the norm. We do the right thing.
Shoot for Extraordinary: We are inspired by innovative thinking and continuous improvement. We never settle for yesterday’s best.

About Us:

Forward Financing is a fintech company based in Boston, Massachusetts with team members throughout the United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada. The company is on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Whether facing challenges accessing traditional financing or simply needing a convenient, flexible solution, Forward is committed to funding more of the millions of small businesses nationwide. By simplifying the requirements, streamlining the process, and using advanced proprietary technology, Forward is often able to deliver approvals within hours and funds that same day – giving more businesses the financial opportunity they need to thrive. Plus, with their dedicated teams and award-winning service, customers get personalized support when they need it most.

Since 2012, Forward has expanded access to capital by providing over $4.8 billion in funding to more than 92,000 small businesses. The company is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau with an Excellent / 4.7 stars rating on Trustpilot.com. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In Boston and certified as a Great Place To Work®, Forward is dedicated to empowering both its team and the customers they serve, helping them succeed and thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employment Information

It is the policy of Forward Financing to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Please let us know should you require any accommodations. As part of our commitment to a streamlined and equitable hiring experience, we use AI tools to assist with candidate screening and assessment.

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Responsibilities

The Staff Applied AI Engineer will architect and develop backend systems, APIs, and agents that integrate foundational AI models into the company's technology stack. They will drive test-and-learn experiments and build scalable infrastructure to support AI-powered solutions and business automation.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and extensive experience as a backend software engineer. Strong proficiency in Python, cloud infrastructure, and the AI ecosystem is required to design and maintain scalable, reliable AI-driven services.

Skills

Python
Ruby
Go
Backend development
API design
Cloud infrastructure
AWS
Container orchestration
Deployment pipelines
AI foundational models
Data pipelines
Orchestration frameworks
System architecture
Scalability
Distributed services
Problem solving

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible time-off policy
Paid parental leave
RRSP match
Wellness reimbursement
Volunteering days
Annual professional development budget
Charitable donation match

Remote locations

Ontario, Canada

Remote locations (standardized)

Ontario, Canada

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Applied AI
Software Engineering
Fintech
Python
Ruby
Go
AWS
Snowflake
OpenAI
Claude
Hugging Face
Langchain
Vector databases
Microservices
API
Backend architecture
Distributed systems
Container orchestration
Deployment pipelines
Data processing
Automation
Responsible AI
System reliability
Innovation lab
Proof of concept
Test-and-learn
Scalability
Interoperability
Data privacy
Technical implementation

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