Are you a seasoned technical leader ready to guide a high-performing group of ML Educators in crafting world‑class AI literacy content? We are seeking a leader with proven experience in building and mentoring top‑tier technical teams to serve as a pivotal force in making Canada the world’s most AI‑literate workforce.Adam Danyleyko, Product Owner - TrainingAbout AmiiAlberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) is one of Canada’s three main institutes for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Our world‑renowned researchers drive fundamental and applied research at the University of Alberta (and other academic institutions), training some of the world’s top scientific talent. Our cross‑functional teams collaborate with Alberta‑based businesses and organizations to build AI capacity and translate scientific advances into industry adoption and economic impact.About The RoleWe are looking for a seasoned technical leader to guide our high‑performing group of ML Educators in crafting world‑class AI literacy content. As the Machine Learning Scientist, you will serve as a pivotal force in making Canada the world’s most AI‑literate workforce, leveraging your proven experience in building and mentoring top‑tier technical teams. Reporting to the Product Owner, Training, you will lead the technical and people‑management functions essential to Amii’s AI literacy mission. You will be responsible for scaling the technical capabilities of the ML Educator team, ensuring the reliability of Amii’s world‑class training programs through robust leadership, deep subject‑matter expertise, and strategic resource allocation. By fostering excellence in content development and standardizing technical best practices, you will ensure our educational programs remain cutting‑edge and impactful, directly advancing our audience’s AI literacy journey and enabling them to deploy ethical solutions aligned with the mission of ‘AI for good and for all.’The position focuses on achieving excellence in four main accountabilities:Full Cycle People LeadershipMachine Learning ExpertiseTechnical Coaching & MentorshipResource Planning & Project ManagementKey ResponsibilitiesEstablishes and leads an internal technical Community of Practice (CoP) for ML Educators to share knowledge, discuss complex technical challenges, and standardize best practices across all contentProvides regular, structured technical mentorship and coaching for the team of ML Educators, focusing on advanced ML concepts, instructional best practices, and technical teaching methodologiesEstablishes, documents, and enforces rigorous technical standards for content development, covering code quality, theoretical model explanations,



and data usage best practicesLiaises with teams across Amii to ensure that AI Literacy materials reflect the most current, relevant, and validated ML and AI methodologiesServes as the final technical review for all AI Literacy materials (e.G., advanced workshops, executive summaries, public talks) to ensure accuracy and integrityDesigns and implements quality assurance processes for integrating internal and external technical feedback, ensuring continuous improvement of the content catalogueIdentifies, recommends, and approves relevant technical training, certifications, and conferences to proactively ensure the team’s skills drive cutting‑edge thought and are aligned with Amii’s strategic focusFosters a collaborative and inclusive environment within the ML Educator team, promoting knowledge sharing, peer learning, and continuous technical skill developmentReviews and validates all incoming technical training requests to accurately define the necessary scope, technical resource requirements, and realistic delivery timelines in alignment with established best practices for content developmentDetermines and assigns ML Educators to projects based on their specific technical expertise, current workload, and professional development objectivesOversees and tracks project progress against defined milestones for content development (e.G., curriculum design, code sample creation, slide finalization), proactively identifies and mitigates technical or timeline risksManages the team’s technical environment (e.G., cloud access, specialized software, ML tooling) to ensure educators have the necessary, reliable resources to develop and deliver content effectivelyEnables efficient communication, removes roadblocks, and ensures the team is set up for success in delivering high‑quality technical contentProvides supervision to junior team members by overseeing and refining their work, and managing approval processesMentors direct reports on career development and progression, drawing lessons for coaching opportunitiesFosters a collaborative work setting by facilitating teamwork and the exchange of ideas among team membersEncourages and maintains a problem‑solving approach to work while acting as a coach and collaboratorIdentifies and addresses knowledge gaps,



providing solutions or resources to bridge themFunctions as a point of escalation for addressing challenges and facilitating the resolution of problemsRequired QualificationsMasters in Computer Science with a specialization in Machine Learning or a related field3 + years of experience directly leading people and teams3+ years of applied AI experienceProficient in Python, experience in other programming languages i.E. Java or SQLProficient with machine learning tools and frameworks such as Scikit‑learn, Pytorch/Tensorflow, Pandas, Optuna, Wandb, lightgbm/XGBoost, and SciPyPublication record in peer‑reviewed academic conferences or relevant journalsAbility to explain complex technical concepts clearly to non‑technical audiencesThorough understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of a range of ML techniques across supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and reinforcement learningExperience with developing and delivering curriculum; designing effective learning exercises, illustrations of technical concepts, training and evaluation tools (nice to have)PMP or PMI‑ACP Certificate (nice to have)Attributes and ExpectationsSuccessfully manages multiple competing priorities in a rapid‑paced environmentWorks independently and makes informed decisions through a team-oriented lensDemonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and writtenEstablishes credibility while influencing team members to achieve common goalsIdentifies the needs of stakeholders and creates/drives new solutionsAble to identify gaps in knowledge and triage their own learning appropriatelyLeads with resilience, maintaining team performance through challenges and changeExhibits confidence and sound judgment while collaborating with subject matter expertsWhat you’ll love about usA professional yet casual work environment that encourages the growth and development of your skillsParticipate in professional development activitiesGain access to the Amii community and eventsA chance to learn from amazing teammates who support one another to succeedCompetitive compensation, including paid time off and adaptable health benefitsA modern office located in downtown Edmonton, AlbertaApplicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application.Amii is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. Accommodations for disability‑related needs throughout the recruitment and selection process are available upon request. Any information provided by you for accommodations will be kept confidential and won’t be used in the selection process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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