Software Application Developer, Generative AI (Gen AI)

BMO•Calgary, AB

4d•CA$61,600 - CA$113,900•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Gen AI Software Application Developer at BMO, you will focus on building and integrating Generative AI capabilities into enterprise applications. Working with technology and business partners, you will design intelligent solutions using large language models, AI services, and modern cloud platforms, while contributing to the full software development lifecycle. This role blends hands-on software engineering with practical application of AI, enabling you to build scalable systems that enhance automation, decision making, and user experience.

Requirements

3 to 6 years of experience in software development or AI enabled application development
Hands-on experience to AWS cloud services including compute and AI capabilities
Experience working with Java, Spring Boot, Oracle, SQL, and microservices architectures
Familiarity with integrating APIs and messaging systems
Experience working with relational databases and SQL
Hands on experience using AI assisted engineering tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar
Working knowledge of Generative AI concepts including prompt engineering, LLM integration, and retrieval-based approaches
Exposure to building or integrating AI powered application features
Understanding of responsible AI practices including data privacy and secure usage

Nice To Haves

Python exposure preferred
Microservices and cloud native design
APIs, messaging, JSON, XML
Oracle SQL or equivalent
AWS including Lambda, EKS, S3, and AI services
LLM integration, RAG pipelines, vector databases, orchestration patterns
GitHub Copilot or similar AI assisted engineering tools

Responsibilities

Design and develop Generative AI powered features using LLM based services and retrieval patterns
Build AI enabled applications that support automation, summarization, and intelligent workflows
Integrate AI capabilities into existing systems using APIs, microservices, and cloud-based services
Use AI assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar to accelerate coding, testing, and documentation
Validate AI generated outputs for accuracy, security, and maintainability before production use
Deliver software solutions across design, development, testing, deployment, and support
Build and maintain applications using Java, Spring Boot, Oracle, SQL, etc. in a microservices architecture
Develop integrations using APIs, messaging systems, and data exchange formats
Write and optimize SQL queries supporting application and AI data workflows
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development and production environments