Job Specifications
Akkodis is seeking an LLM Engineer for a contract position with a client in Toronto, ON (Hybrid). Ideally looking for experience with implementing evaluation frameworks for GenAI applications, AWS cloud services, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), RAG and serverless architectures, at least 3 years in a full-stack or backend-heavy role. preference would be someone with the required skills and experience, particularly in large organizations.
Title: LLM Engineers
Location: 22 Adelaide Street W Ste 2720 c M5H 4E3 Canada
Qualifications
6+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in a full-stack or backend-heavy role.
Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless architectures.
2+ years in LLM application development and modern LLM-enabled coding practices. Experience in end-to-end implementations of RAG architectures, document embedding/indexing pipelines, and agentic workflows.
Familiarity with GenAI evaluation methodologies, including prompt testing, benchmark datasets, and performance monitoring.
Solid grasp of frontend architecture (state management, performance, testing, accessibility) and integration with APIs/backends.
Strong Agile practice: story slicing, definition of ready/done, metrics in Jira, and pragmatic ceremony management.
Experience in life sciences industry is desirable, particular pharmaceutical research and clinical development.
Role summary
Independently contribute to the development, testing, and deployment of custom GenAI applications in an enterprise environment. Applications are in support of drug discovery research, but domain experience is not essential.
full-stack applications leveraging GenAI models and enterprise integration patterns.
Design and implement evaluation frameworks for GenAI applications, including automated prompt testing, regression testing, and human-in-the-loop review workflows.
Build and optimize APIs, microservices, and front-end components for high performance and usability.
Track delivery health in Jira (throughput, blockers, rework) and report concise status to stakeholders.
About the Company
Akkodis is a global digital engineering company and Smart Industry leader. We enable clients to advance in their digital transformation with Talent, Academy, Consulting, and Solutions services. Our 50,000 experts combine best-in-class technologies, R&D, and deep sector know-how for purposeful innovation. We are passionate about Engineering a Smarter Future Together.
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