Forward Deployed Engineer (OpenAI Platform)

• 10+ Years of Experience: Proven track record as a Principal Data Engineer, Lead ML/AI Architect, or Enterprise Solutions Architect scaling distributed data systems.
• OpenAI Ecosystem Depth: Mastery of OpenAI Platform APIs, Azure OpenAI Service, Fine-Tuning, Structured Outputs, Function Calling, Realtime API, and OpenAI Vector Stores/Embeddings.
• Customer-Facing Aptitude: Strong executive presence to interface directly with client C-suite stakeholders and technical engineering leads.
• Generative AI & SDD Experience: Demonstrated proficiency using structured natural language specs to guide AI tools in auto-generating ETL jobs, test suites, and schema contracts.
• Willingness to Travel: Comfort with occasional travel (once/quarter to customer sites.

• Prior experience in a Software/Data Engineer or technical consulting role within enterprise AI.
• Direct experience migrating on-premises legacy data systems to Azure OpenAI cloud architectures.
• Deep understanding of AI governance, content safety filtering, and private endpoint deployments for OpenAI workloads.

• Competitive compensation package (160K - 180K CAD / year)

• Access to the latest tech
• Partnership with Perkopolis Discounts

• Remote first work environment
• Flexible work hours & location
• Paid parental leave options

• Employer paid health & dental premiums

• $500 in Health Care Spending Account annually

• Peer recognition rewards

As an employer, OpsGuru, a Carbon60 Company, recognizes the importance of balancing our careers with other aspects of our lives, and our culture reflects this ethos - from flexible work hours to health and wellness incentives and having fun along the way.

We look for people who thrive in an environment of accountability and at times ambiguity as we adapt and grow our business.

OpsGuru is an equal-opportunity employer.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with all levels of ability.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this exciting opportunity.

Only candidates that meet the qualifications will be contacted for an interview.