Principal

North York, ON, Canada

$140,000 to $160,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Pay: $140,000 to $160,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Experience: Minimum 3+ years of experience at a leading venture capital firm, growth equity fund, or similar investment organization
Posting language: English
Posted: Jun 2, 2026

Original job description

We are seeking a highly capable and entrepreneurial Principal to join our investment team, with a primary focus on Artificial Intelligence and frontier technology investments.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical foundation who is passionate about identifying and partnering with category-defining AI companies at early and growth stages.

Key Responsibilities

Lead sourcing, evaluation, and execution of investments in AI and related deep tech sectors
Conduct deep technical and product-level due diligence, working closely with founders and engineering teams
Develop investment theses across AI infrastructure, applied AI, and frontier models
Support portfolio companies through strategic, technical, and operational guidance
Represent the firm in the AI ecosystem, including conferences, founders, and co-investors
Collaborate closely with partners on deal execution and fund strategy

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of experience at a leading venture capital firm, growth equity fund, or similar investment organization
Strong technical background in AI/ML, computer science, data science, or related engineering disciplines
Hands-on experience working in or closely with AI-related companies (e.g., AI infrastructure, applied AI, or deep learning products)
Strong understanding of AI ecosystem trends, including foundation models, inference infrastructure, and enterprise AI applications
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage both technical founders and investment professionals
Proven track record of involvement in sourcing, evaluating, or leading venture investments
High intellectual curiosity, strong ownership mindset, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Note: This posting is for an existing job vacancy. Some steps in the resume screening process may use AI-assisted tools to help identify qualified candidates. All applications will be reviewed fairly and in compliance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA).

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI investments globally
Direct exposure to leading founders and top-tier co-investors
High autonomy and meaningful participation in investment decisions
Long-term partnership-oriented culture with significant upside participation

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Responsibilities

The Principal will lead the sourcing, evaluation, and execution of investments in AI and related deep tech sectors. They will conduct technical due diligence and support portfolio companies with strategic guidance.

Requirements

Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in venture capital or a similar investment organization, along with a strong technical background in AI/ML or related fields. A proven track record in sourcing and evaluating investments is also required.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence
Venture Capital
Deep Tech
Technical Due Diligence
Investment Theses
AI Infrastructure
Applied AI
Founders Engagement
Portfolio Management
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Investment Strategy
Technical Background
AI Ecosystem Trends
Ownership Mindset
Fast-Paced Environment

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Keywords

Artificial Intelligence
Venture Capital
Deep Tech
Technical Due Diligence
Investment Theses
AI Infrastructure
Applied AI
Founders
Portfolio Companies
Investment Strategy
AI Ecosystem
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Technical Background
AI Trends
Ownership Mindset

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