Software Development Manager - AI Solutions

What the Role Does:Lead the team and technology shaping LawDepot’s next generation of AI-powered <experiences.As> the Software Development Manager - AI Solutions, you will lead the delivery of AI-powered products and features that create exceptional experiences for millions of users, while helping LawDepot expand the use of AI internally across the organization. You will manage technical team members, guide development practices, collaborate on product strategy and roadmaps, and establish the standards required to deliver secure, scalable, reliable, and valuable AI solutions.This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week, with the option to work hybrid from our Edmonton, Alberta office or fully remote across Canada.What You’ll Do:Provide technical leadership for the architecture, design, development, deployment, and ongoing improvement of secure, scalable, and reliable AI-powered software solutionsManage Software Developers, Data Scientists, and related technical contributors to create a high-performing team and foster technical excellenceLead the delivery of AI-enabled products and features for our customers, improving the legal solutions experience for millions of users around the worldAdvocate for and guide AI adoption across LawDepot, helping internal teams improve AI literacy and use AI tools productively, securely, and responsibly.Establish and maintain best practices for AI-Native development, including code authoring, code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD, AI evaluation frameworks, production readiness, security, and technical debt managementResearch, evaluate, and recommend AI tools, development workflows, model integrations, and technology decisions that align with business goals and long term company strategyOwn the AI roadmap and prioritize initiatives to ensure work is aligned with business goals, customer needs, technical feasibility, and organizational impactManage project schedules, scope, work estimates, dependencies, risks, resources, and delivery expectations for AI product initiatives and related software development work to ensure initiatives are completed on time and within budgetSet team objectives, establish performance expectations, utilize metrics and data analytics, and conduct performance management to drive accountability and strong executionMentor and develop team members through coaching, regular feedback, code reviews, knowledge sharing, performance management, career development support, and hiring as the team evolvesPartner with Product Owners and cross-functional business stakeholders to define business requirements, align technical work with business goals, and translate customer and internal needs into delivery plansSupport responsible AI governance by considering privacy, security, quality, risk, and compliance requirementsWhat You Bring:The EssentialsPost-secondary education in Computing Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field5+ years of experience in software development, with 2+ years in a leadership-oriented role managing people, projects, processes, or technical deliveryPractical experience delivering AI-enabled products, features, platforms, or technology projects with a focus on quality, scalability, reliability, and on-time deliveryStrong understanding of applied AI development and AI-assisted software delivery, such as AI coding tools, LLM integrations, AI evaluation, agentic workflows, MCPs, or AI-native SDLC practicesFamiliarity with leading AI platforms and tools (ex. Cursor, Claude), with the ability to evaluate their fit for development workflows, product features, and business needsStrong technical leadership skills, including the ability to guide architecture, system design, development, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement of secure and scalable software solutionsAbility to build, mentor, and lead high-performing teamsStrong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with team members, stakeholders, and senior leadership to align technical work with company goalsProject and delivery management skills, including the ability to own roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, manage scope, schedules, estimates, dependencies, risks, resources, and delivery expectationsAbility to evaluate and select platforms, tools, and technologies that align with business goals, budgets, customer needs, and technical feasibilityStrong business acumen and analytical judgment, with the ability to use metrics, performance data, and customer insights to guide decisions and drive accountabilityThe Nice to Haves (Great if you have it and we’ll help you learn if you don’t)Familiarity with product management, Scrum, Agile delivery practices, or tools such as Azure BoardsHands-on knowledge of our existing tech stack: C#, .NET 7+, Vue, TypeScript or JavaScript, Microsoft SQL Server, REST APIs, Entity Framework Core, Git, or automated testing frameworksExperience with organizational change management, AI adoption programs, technical transformation, or developer enablement initiativesAbility to create reporting tools / scripts that support business teams, with an understanding of data analysis, data science principles, and how to translate data into actionable insightsWhy You Should Join the LawDepot Team:Excellent total compensation packageComprehensive health and dental benefits, plus an additional Health Care Spending AccountGreat work life balance (37.5 hour work weeks, flexible schedules, ability to bank hours)Paid vacation, plus bonus personal daysContinuous learning opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning subscriptions and training budgetsCompany share planFree catered lunches for the entire officeMonthly social events for team members to enjoy (think axe throwing, rock climbing, board games, food trucks, trivia contests, and charitable activities)Work alongside talented, driven colleagues in a culture focused on quality, reliability, innovation, and growthPersonal offices for focused work and to have your individual space (plus collaborative workspaces for when you want to meet with the team)Free and easily accessible parkingSouthgate Mall, Whyte Ave, and Calgary Trail restaurants are only minutes awayHybrid working arrangements for that balance between getting work done at home and engaging with others in the officeWho We Are:Join one of the fastest growing companies in Canada! LawDepot is proud to be a seven-time Growth 500 ranked organization and a major player in the Global legal solutions industry. Our mission is to modernize the legal document creation experience by empowering people with fast, easy-to-use, and professional solutions. With over ten million satisfied customers worldwide, over two million monthly website visitors, and billions of dollars saved on legal fees, you will be joining a team that is truly making a difference. At LawDepot, we foster a collaborative and inclusive learning culture that values excellence and diversity. Apply today and become a part of our exciting journey!How to Apply:Apply for this job here or submit your application through our Careers page at <https://www.lawdepot.ca/career.We> thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#LI-DNI