CoLab Software - Director of Engineering - AI

• You are a technical leader capable of operating effectively at both a strategic and granular level. You possess the ability to engage in architectural debates while simultaneously coaching an Engineering Manager on team dynamics. • You have a track record of successfully guiding teams through periods of ambiguity, resulting in measurable improvements. You prioritize achieving desired product outcomes over the pursuit of mere technical elegance. • Candidates typically succeed in this role if they: • Advocate for high standards without introducing unwarranted friction • Maintain a high level of competency in both technical and product discussions • Implement structure where necessary, while avoiding constraints that impede progress • This role may not be suitable for individuals who require fully defined problems or prefer narrowly scoped ownership. • Experience leading multiple engineering teams in a B2B SaaS environment, ideally at the Director or VP level • Strong background in AI/ML-driven products or platforms, that leverage LLMs, VLMs, and or agent-based systems • Exposure to infrastructure for ML systems (evaluation, observability, data pipelines) • Track record of delivering complex, ambiguous product initiatives • Experience working closely with product leadership to shape roadmaps • Ability to scale teams and develop managers • Bonus: experience in mechanical engineering domain (e.g. Manufacturing, CAD, Simulations, etc) • Bonus: • Extra Details • Extra Details • Full-time, permanent role with competitive compensation and stock options • Extended health benefits, unlimited vacation, 401K/RRSP matching • Remote-friendly across North America • Equity Note • Frequently cited statistics show that people who identify with historically marginalized groups are likely to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to help us break that statistic and apply even if you don’t meet every single qualification—your potential is what matters most to us.