AI & Automation Specialist

Steinbach Credit Union • Winnipeg, MB

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About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for an AI & Automation Specialist to join our Information Technology team! The AI & Automation Specialist designs and delivers AI‑enabled automation solutions that improve efficiency across the organization. This role owns the end‑to‑end development lifecycle from prototyping to production using Microsoft’s AI and automation tools, including Azure OpenAI (AI Foundry), Copilot Studio, Power Automate, and Microsoft Fabric. The position focuses on delivering reliable automation with measurable business impact and reduced manual effort.

Requirements

• Post‑secondary education in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• 4–6 years of experience in software development, automation engineering, AI/data engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in Python and/or PowerShell for automation, scripting, and API integration.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Automate and Azure AI services, including Azure OpenAI and/or Cognitive Services.
• Demonstrated experience designing, building, and deploying REST API integrations.
• Working knowledge of large language models (LLMs), including prompt engineering and agentic workflow design.
• Experience working with Microsoft Fabric, including KQL, Eventhouse, Lakehouse, and Real-Time Intelligence components.
• Experience developing Copilot Studio agents with custom connectors and enterprise knowledge sources.
• Microsoft certifications such as AI‑102 (Azure AI Engineer), DP‑600 (Fabric Analytics Engineer), PL‑400 (Power Platform Developer), or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in financial services or another regulated industry environment is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, test, and deploy AI-powered agents, copilots, and automation solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes and reduce manual effort.
• Build and maintain enterprise data pipelines and real-time integrations using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Integration Hub, Power Automate, and Azure Logic Apps.
• Develop and support Copilot Studio agents, including persona design, SharePoint knowledge integration, and Microsoft Graph action connectors.
• Evaluate, select, and integrate appropriate LLM solutions (e.g., Azure OpenAI, local LLM deployments) based on use case requirements, data sensitivity, and cost efficiency.
• Manage Azure OpenAI environments, including token budgets, model lifecycle updates, cost controls, and performance monitoring.
• Build and maintain Azure Automation runbooks, webhooks, and scheduled/event-driven workflows to support scalable service delivery.
• Ensure all AI and automation solutions comply with organizational AI usage policies, data governance standards, and security requirements.
• Partner with IT and Enterprise Security teams to review, approve, and deploy AI integrations into production environments.
• Maintain clear, up-to-date documentation for all AI solutions, automation flows, integrations, and architectural decisions.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary
• Variable compensation
• Matched pension plan
• Extended medical, dental, vision benefits
• Health spending account
• Critical Illness insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance programs
• Employee Banking benefits (i.e. free chequing account, low interest MasterCard, bonus rate on deposit and lending products)
• Opportunities for professional development
• Clothing allowance
• Free parking at all locations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree