**Job Title: Machine Learning Engineering Manager**
**Company: Loblaw Digital**
**Location: Downtown Toronto**

At Loblaw Digital, we are committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our customers. Our mission is to build innovative online shopping solutions and design impactful apps that enhance lives across the country. We are transforming the way Canadians shop by creating leading eCommerce experiences in online grocery shopping, beauty, pharmacy, loyalty, and apparel.

**Role Overview:**
As a Machine Learning Engineering Manager, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge machine learning models and algorithms. Your leadership will directly impact millions of Canadians, enhancing their shopping experience.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Cultivate a deep understanding of machine learning components, including AI, Gen AI, and LLMs, and provide solutions to existing and future challenges.
- Lead the technical architecture for machine learning components and cross-functional ML teams.
- Define the long-term vision for your team in alignment with the company's strategic goals.
- Translate project goals into organized technical tasks, collaborating with other Engineering Managers.
- Guide the team in improving AI and ML components and processes.
- Coach and mentor team members through technical design sessions and code reviews.
- Provide technical guidance in resolving critical production issues related to machine learning and AI.
- Collaborate with business and product stakeholders to deliver new features and capabilities.
- Construct design documents to aid in maintenance and code reuse for ML and AI systems.
- Conduct one-on-one meetings and performance reviews for team members.

**Qualifications:**
- Minimum of 5-7 years in software development with substantial AI/ML experience.
- Several years in a leadership role, managing and mentoring teams.
- Proven track record in managing complex projects.
- Experience working closely with product managers and data scientists.
- Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms, frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and programming languages (e.g., Python, Java).
- Strong knowledge of Gen AI, LLMs, and semantic search.
- Expertise in data handling, preprocessing, and pipeline development.
- Ability to analyze large datasets and evaluate model performance.
- Strong understanding of security architecture and data privacy regulations.
- Ability to drive innovation with a continuous learning mindset.
- Practical experience in the production implementation of AI/ML systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

At Loblaw Digital, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you need accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at any stage of the application process.

Join us in shaping the future of retail and making a significant impact on the shopping experience for millions of Canadians.