Location: Hybrid, 2-3 days in office | Calgary, Toronto
Type: Full time | permanent
Team: AI
Ateko, backed by Bell Canada, delivers IT solutions across multiple platforms: ServiceNow, Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google, Snowflake and Databricks. As part of our vision to deepen our data expertise, Ateko has acquired SDK Tek, a highly respected Calgary based data engineering and analytics integrator. This strategic addition strengthens Ateko's end to end AI and data analytics capabilities.
The result: our services are in demand and our teams are growing. If you're motivated by this momentum, we are hiring!
YOUR IMPACT
You won’t be stuck in maintenance mode. At Ateko, you'll work on strategic, high-impact projects to maximize value for our clients in the technology industry. As a Full-Stack AI Practice Lead, you will have to build and grow our AI Application Development practice. This role combines hands-on software engineering, AI solution development, technical leadership and client engagement. You will work on implementing AI with some of the world’s biggest brands and your success will be measured by the growth and profitability of the AI practice, the successful delivery of high-impact AI solutions, the development of strategic client relationships, and the expansion of Ateko’s market presence and thought leadership in artificial intelligence.
YOUR TEAM
We hire top-tier talent and give them the space to shine. You'll collaborate with AI, data, cloud and software experts under the leadership of the Senior Vice President, Data & Cloud. No ego, just smart people solving complex problems together in collaboration with the mission of turning AI ambition into measurable business value for our clients.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your day to day will look like this:




Lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise AI applications and custom software solutions, leveraging Azure OpenAI and modern Generative AI technologies.
Provide hands-on full-stack technical leadership using React, Node.js, and Python, while establishing engineering standards, reusable frameworks, and best practices.
Design scalable enterprise architectures incorporating RAG, agentic workflows, containerization, and integrations with business systems.
Serve as a trusted technical advisor in client engagements, workshops, and pre-sales activities, helping shape innovative AI strategies and solutions.
Mentor and grow high-performing technical teams while collaborating with Cloud, Data, and AI practices to build Ateko's AI Application Engineering capability and deliver secure, scalable, enterprise-grade solutions.
THE EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The following experience will help you succeed in this role. However, if you don’t meet all these criteria, we will be happy to consider your application, because we’re looking for potential first. 7+ years of experience in software engineering, application development, or solution architecture, with strong hands-on expertise in React, Node.js, and Python.
Proven experience designing and deploying AI solutions using Azure OpenAI or similar enterprise AI platforms, with a solid understanding of RAG, AI evaluation, observability,



and Responsible AI practices.
Robust knowledge of containerization technologies, cloud-native architectures, and enterprise-scale application development.
Excellent client-facing communication skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions, support pre-sales activities, mentor developers, and establish engineering best practices.
Experience leading technical teams and growing engineering capabilities; exposure to platforms such as Microsoft Foundry, Databricks Genie, Snowflake Cortex, and GitHub Copilot, as well as Azure certifications or cloud architecture expertise, is considered a strong asset.
OUR OFFER
Hybrid work: 2-3 days from the Calgary or Toronto office.
Competitive compensation combined with a comprehensive benefits package.
Clear opportunities for professional development and career growth within an innovative, cutting-edge technological environment.

We’re building a culture where diverse perspectives fuel creativity, and collaboration drives breakthroughs. Visit our LinkedIn page to learn more.
ACCESSIBILITY
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported, and can reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email your recruiter directly or [email protected] to plan your arrangements.
If you have questions regarding accessible employment at Ateko please email our Human Resources team at [email protected].
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📌 Full-Stack AI Practice Lead (Ontario)
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