Programmer Analyst - AI

at  Hydro Ottawa

Please Note: If you are a current Hydro Ottawa employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.
At Hydro Ottawa, we empower the lives of the people in the communities we serve.
As the electricity distributor to the Nation’s Capital, our work powers the essential activities that make up our lives - at home, at work and at play. And as Ontario’s largest municipally-owned producer of green power, we are leading the way to a greener tomorrow.
We are seeking a Programmer/Analyst - Artificial Intelligence, a strategic thinker who can take initiatives from concept to completion and engineer the way to a smart energy future.
Are you ready to make a difference in our community?

JOB SUMMARY:

The Programmer/Analyst - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a key contributor to the Hydro Ottawa IT organization helping to shape the company’s AI strategy and showcase the potential for AI through early-stage solutions. The role includes design of machine learning (ML) pipelines, selection and implementation of algorithms, model architecture experiments and integrations into production systems. The Programmer/Analyst - AI works closely with IT colleagues, business stakeholders and external AI partners to identify and implement AI and machine learning capabilities with a focus on improving innovation and business outcomes.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• University Degree in Computer Science, related discipline and/or equivalent experience.
• Experience implementing AI/ML platforms (ideally Google Vertex AI and related tools).
• Experience in one or more of the following AI domains (NLP, Robotic Process Automation, Chatbots and Generative AI)
• Good understanding of the intricacies of developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models in production environments.
• Experience with one or more general-purpose programming languages, including but not limited to Python, C#, and JavaScript.
• Experience with using Agile and an iterative approach to AI solutions with minimal supervision.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably Google Workspace.
• English essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (English/French) considered an asset.
  This is a management group opportunity and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.
  Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model. Hybrid work is position specific, the details of which the hybrid model will be discussed with successful candidates.
  Location:
  Ottawa, ON
  Pay Range Minimum:
  $70,146.95
  Pay Range Maximum:
  $105,220.44
  Posting End Date (if applicable):
  May 14, 2024
  Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.
  Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Participate in the development, implementation and support of AI solutions, including data preprocessing, pipelines, feature extraction, model training, and evaluation.
• Assist in the delivery of robust AI/ML initiatives, prioritizing features and enhancements based on external and internal customer feedback, market demand, and feasibility.
• Contribute to the development of an AI/ML roadmap aligning with the company’s overall vision and goals.
• Partner with stakeholders to define data requirements, data acquisition strategies, and data governance supporting AI/ML initiatives in alignment with privacy and cybersecurity policies.
• Establish success metrics to measure the impact and effectiveness of AI/ML initiatives, continuously optimizing based on data-driven insights.
• Act as the AI/ML subject matter expert within the organization, supporting customer success teams with AI solution knowledge, training, and collateral.
• Provide thorough and timely troubleshooting and root cause analysis to recommend and coordinate resolution activities.
• Facilitate delivery of updates to existing solutions or implementation of new solutions through adherence to best practices for change management.
• Stay current with the latest AI/ML trends and technologies and suggest ways to apply them to current projects.
• Problem solve with a positive solution-oriented mindset.
• Perform other related duties as required.