Developer, AI & Automation

MaRS Discovery District

. Build and maintain internal tools across sourcing, investments, portfolio management and operations .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$100,000 - CA$120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and maintaining internal tools, automating processes, and developing AI-enabled applications. Proficient in Python, SQL, and system integrations to enhance data accuracy and operational efficiency.

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Python ProgrammingSQL Database ManagementAPI IntegrationAI Tool DevelopmentSoftware Development

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentApplication MaintenanceAutomationData AnalysisProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

CommunicationDocumentationTesting

Tools & Technologies

Google WorkspaceAttioGitZapierN8n

Industry Keywords

StartupVenture CapitalPortfolio ManagementMarket ResearchInvestment Opportunity Assessment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudJavaScriptPythonSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain internal tools across sourcing, investments, portfolio management and operations
Automate repetitive tasks and connect systems such as Attio, Google Workspace and other internal applications
Identify opportunities to simplify processes using software, integrations and AI
Improve startup discovery, market research and investment opportunity assessment
Develop AI-enabled tools to collect, organize and analyze public and internal information
Organize and connect investment, portfolio and fund data across systems
Build tools, dashboards and automated reports to improve data accuracy, visibility and efficiency
Reduce manual reporting and improve access to reliable information with Finance and Investment teams
Explore AI tools and technologies and identify practical applications
Help colleagues adopt new tools and develop more efficient workflows
Support portfolio companies with selected technology, AI and automation challenges where capacity allows
Own projects from problem definition through development, testing, implementation and ongoing improvement
Build reliable, secure and maintainable applications
Document systems, troubleshoot issues and coordinate with MaRS IT on security and infrastructure requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Post-secondary education in a technical field or equivalent practical experience developing software
2+ years of hands-on software development experience, including building, testing and maintaining applications or internal tools
Strong working knowledge of Python, SQL, APIs and Git
Ability to build applications and connect systems
Problem-solving, testing, documentation and communication skills
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada
Applicants must reside in Ontario
Applicants must be willing to work out of the Toronto office a minimum of 3 days per week
Nice to have: background in computer science, software engineering, mathematics or a related field
Nice to have: experience at a startup or small technology team, building AI-powered tools, automations or software integrations
Nice to have: experience with JavaScript/TypeScript, cloud platforms, AI APIs, data pipelines and automation tools such as Zapier or n8n
Nice to have: interest in startups and venture capital

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Discretionary Incentive Pay
RRSP Matching
Comprehensive extended healthcare benefits
Wellness spending account
Generous paid time-off, starting at five weeks per year
Accessibility and inclusive accommodations available upon request