Manager, Software Delivery Developer - Gen AI and AI-Accelerated Modernization

Job Description

Toast is recruiting on behalf of a global Big Four professional services firm with more than 10,000 people across Canada, hiring a Manager, Software Delivery Developer for its Gen AI and Software Delivery team in Montreal or Quebec City. The team helps major organizations modernize their applications, speed up software delivery, and bring responsible AI practices into every stage of the development lifecycle. In this full-time role, you will blend hands-on technical leadership with people management and client delivery, leading development workstreams, shaping architecture and engineering decisions, and mentoring developers as clients adopt modern, AI-accelerated ways of building software.

Responsibilities

• Lead software delivery workstreams for custom applications, cloud-native platforms, integrations, APIs, and modernization programs
• Provide hands-on technical direction across design, development, testing, deployment, and production readiness
• Translate business needs into practical technical solutions, delivery plans, estimates, and team backlogs
• Review architecture, code, test strategies, release plans, and technical deliverables
• Coach and mentor senior consultants and consultants on engineering practices, technical problem solving, and client delivery
• Guide teams in using AI-assisted engineering responsibly across requirements, design, coding, testing, documentation, and support
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, product owners, designers, data teams, security teams, and client stakeholders
• Support proposal development, solution shaping, estimation, and statements of work
• Identify technical risks and drive mitigation plans with the team and client stakeholders
  
  

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience designing, building, and delivering software solutions
• Experience leading developers or technical delivery workstreams in consulting, enterprise, or product environments
• Strong development experience with C# and .NET, plus one or more modern languages or frameworks such as Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Python
• Experience designing and delivering solutions on Microsoft Azure, including application, integration, data, DevOps, or cloud-native services
• Knowledge of APIs, microservices, event-driven architecture, integration patterns, databases, and secure development practices
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, automated testing, version control, observability, and release management
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to business and technical audiences
• Entrepreneurial spirit, a strong sense of ownership, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Written and oral fluency in both French and English
• University degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Applications must include a resume and cover letter
  
  

Nice to Haves

• Experience with Next.js would be a plus
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools, Gen AI patterns, prompt engineering for delivery tasks, or AI-accelerated SDLC practices is considered an asset
  
  

Benefits

• Compensation listed on the posting is for base salary. Total compensation includes base salary + annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, along with retirement savings support
• Dedicated learning and development support to keep your engineering and Gen AI skills ahead of the curve
• Lead the AI-powered modernization of systems that some of Canada’s largest organizations run on every day
• Build and mentor a team of developers, directly shaping how the next generation of engineers works with Gen AI
• Gain exposure to a wide range of industries and technical challenges, with a clear path to grow into senior leadership within a global firm
• Application Review
  
  

Submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, through our online portal. Our team will carefully review your qualifications and experiences. We take pride in responding promptly, so if your application aligns with our current opportunities, you’ll hear back from us with next steps. Your journey with Toast begins here, and we’re excited to see what you bring to the table!

• Vetting Call
  
  

If your application is successful, we’ll schedule a vetting call with a member of the Toast team. This 30-45 minute informal conversation is designed for us to get to know you better and assess your skills. Be prepared to discuss your past projects, the challenges you’ve tackled, and the impact you’ve made. This is your chance to shine and show us why you’re a great fit for the roles we offer.

• Profile Creation
  
  

Once you’ve impressed us in the vetting call, we’ll create an unbiased profile that highlights your experience while minimizing common biases. Instead, we focus on your skills, industry experience, and the impact you’ve made. This way, your profile reflects your true potential and accomplishments.

• Client Submission
  
  

After crafting your unbiased profile, we submit it to our trusted clients. We work closely with these clients to ensure they understand the value you bring. Throughout their interview process, we remain by your side, providing support and guidance. Our goal is to help you navigate the hiring process smoothly and confidently, ensuring you have the best chance to secure a role that fits your skills and aspirations.