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CGI

New Grad - GenAI Developer

On site

Toronto, Canada

Full Time

24-02-2026

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Teamwork Python Java Go SQL Data Engineering Test Training Architecture Machine Learning Programming Databases Azure AWS Recruitment Analytics GCP Data Science Large Language Models NLP

Job Specifications

Position Description

GenAI New Grad role:

Are you a Generative AI or Data Science candidate that has not just played around with Large Language Models, Copilots and Coding Assistants but also been curious enough to build some GenAI solutions hands-on?

** Some hands-on development experience in Generative AI projects is highly desired**

The Emerging Technologies team in Global Technology and Operations (GTO) Canada at CGI is a trusted Data, Cloud and AI advisor and go-to implementation partner for our global clients' Data and Advanced Analytics needs. We're an entrepreneurial team that is on a continuous mission to position CGI as the best-in-class AI partner and develop new and exciting opportunities in latest technologies.

Working with us, you will be supported by our best and brightest AI Scientists and Architects working on challenging projects in Generative AI and Agentic AI.

Your future duties and responsibilities

As a Generative AI Developer on this team your responsibilities will include:

Building Large Language Models-based and NLP-based solutions for CGI clients by researching the best in class techniques and being a self-starter
Data Engineering and Prompt Engineering the LLM solutions end-to-end to enhance end user experience
Being "hands-on" to build, tune, deploy and monitor (MLOps) robust Machine Learning solutions built on RAG and latest techniques
Fine-tune LLMs with latest cost optimized PEFT techniques like LoRA, QLoRA
Build and deploy latest Agentic AI solutions
Mitigate risks and optimize costs associated with choosing a GenAI architecture solution
Strategically and intensely collaborating with innovation team and the client stakeholders and account teams to explore key GenAI solutions
Collaborate with other Data Scientists and Data Engineers in a client engagement setting
Implementing proof of concepts to show value and then package and scale to full ML solutions at scale on both on-prem and cloud environments

This role comes with sometimes intense delivery expectations churning out POVs for clients in a short period of time and then going on to implement a full-scale production solution ensuring right user experience and adoption.

CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors including but not limited to skill set level, geographic market, experience and training, and licenses and certifications. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $55,000 - $80,000

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

Some hands-on or exploratory work experience with implementing Generative AI, LLMs, or GenAI solutions on at least 1-2 different projects
Prompt Engineering experience on tools such as Amazon Bedrock, Azure Foundry or Vertex AI would be ideal
Experience building LLM-based solution on Azure, AWS or GCP
Experience fine-tuning LLMs with latest techniques
Experience with some GenAI models including open source models deployment (LLaMa, Mistral et al)
Experience with some Vector Databases
Hands-on expertise in building and deploying code in Python, SQL and major programming languages with at least one major Cloud platform Azure, AWS, GCP
Experience with QA/QE process or creating automation test scripts in Python/Java is highly desired

Additional Desired Qualifications

Experience with MSFT 365 Copilot, Copilot plugins and connectors, Copilot Agents is welcome but not required

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.

To learn more about accessibility at CGI, contact us via email. Please note that this email is strictly for accessibility request

About the Company

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