AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist

Job Description

AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist:
On behalf of our Utilities client, Procom is searching for an AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist for a 12 month contract role. This position is a hybrid position with 3 days onsite at our client’s Toronto office.

AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist - Job Description:
As an AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering advanced analytics and AI-driven solutions that directly impact strategic and operational outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to design and operationalize innovative data solutions for complex initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to turn data into meaningful, business-driving insights.

AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist - Responsibilities:
• Lead end-to-end design and technical delivery of complex AI/BI architecture initiatives aligned with enterprise strategy and roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership across programs ensuring robust design principles, effective tools, risk management, and delivery excellence.
• Approve and govern solution architecture for AI/Data products to ensure alignment with enterprise AI/analytics standards and industry best practices.
• Translate business requirements into scalable AI/analytics solutions, selecting appropriate technologies and approaches.
• Design and validate secure, reliable, high-performing analytics architectures that meet business needs and service expectations.
• Develop AI & analytics data models and ensure effective data pipelines for transformation, quality, and loading.
• Support solution implementation and operations through documentation, training, stakeholder communication, and issue resolution.

AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist - Mandatory Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 7+ years of progressive experience in AI/data architecture within large, complex organizations.
• Proven track record (5+ years) delivering enterprise-scale AI and analytics solutions.
• Deep knowledge of data architecture, databases, and advanced analytics/AI/ML techniques.
• Direct experience with AI/ML, LLMs, model lifecycle management, and responsible AI.
• Strong expertise in modern data platforms and tools like Azure Data Factory and Databricks.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align business, product, and technical needs.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.

AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist – Nice-to-Have Skills:
• TOGAF, Databricks Machine Learning or Data Engineering professional certification.
• Experience with version control, CI/CD, or MLOps practices.
• Knowledge of Agile development best practices.
• Experience with project management tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, and Confluence.

AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist – Assignment Length:
12 months 

AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist - Start Date:
ASAP.

AI & Data Analytics IT Specialist - Assignment Location:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in the office (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday).

This employer uses both human and technology-assisted tools to support candidate screening and assessment. Final hiring decisions are made by people.