About the job AI Developer - RemoteSoftware International (SI) supplies technical talent to clients ranging from Fortune 100/500/1000 companies to small and mid-sized organizations in Canada/US. We are hiring an AI Developer - Remote for our global IT M&A client in the Toronto area.Role OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Software Developer to pioneer the next generation of agentic applications—software systems that leverage autonomous agents, large language models, and adaptive workflows to augment and accelerate human decision-making. In this role, you’ll design, build, and scale intelligent services and applications that blend traditional engineering practices with cutting-edge AI-driven automation.You’ll work in a small, high-impact team that values experimentation, rapid iteration, and quality engineering, with the opportunity to shape how agentic applications are built, deployed, and adopted in real-world environments.Key ResponsibilitiesAgentic Application DevelopmentArchitect, build, and maintain applications that integrate autonomous agents and LLMs into end-to-end workflows.Design APIs, services, and event-driven components that allow agents to interact with systems, data, and users effectively.Ensure applications are resilient, secure, and adaptable in production environments.AI-First EngineeringPilot and integrate agent frameworks, orchestration layers, and multi-agent systems.Automate repetitive tasks including code generation, testing, monitoring, and documentation.Continuously evaluate and incorporate emerging AI tooling.Agentic Practices & EvangelismDefine and codify best practices for designing, deploying, and monitoring agentic workflows.Coach peers on prompt engineering, guardrails, and safe deployment of autonomous agents.Establish patterns for observability, safety, and human-in-the-loop validation.Technical LeadershipSet high standards for design, code quality, and testing.Conduct architecture reviews and mentor other developers in building AI-powered systems.Stay current with research and industry trends in autonomous agents and applied LLMs.Engineering ExcellenceDeliver high-quality applications with strong reliability, security, and performance.Optimize for scalability and cost efficiency in cloud-native environments.Own the lifecycle from prototyping to production deployment.Minimum Qualifications5+ years of experience building and shipping production software systems.Strong background in designing APIs, distributed systems, and event-driven architectures.Proficiency in at least one statically typed language (Go, Java, C#) and one scripting language (Python, TypeScript, Bash).Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).Demonstrated use of AI/LLM tooling in professional or side projects.Curiosity and creativity in exploring agentic workflows and autonomous development approaches.Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across remote-first teams.Preferred / Bonus SkillsExperience with multi-agent frameworks, orchestration tools, or AI-powered application platforms.Knowledge of service-mesh, observability tooling, and policy-as-code.Familiarity with event-driven systems (Kafka, NATS) and domain-driven design.Exposure to safety, ethics, and compliance considerations in AI systems.Work Environment & BenefitsRemote-first with optional hub meet-ups; hardware & co-working stipend.Flexible core hours (overlap 9 a.m. 3 p.m. ET).Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage in Canada & the U.S.Generous vacation, paid learning days, and annual budget for conferences or AI tooling subscriptions.
