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Publicis Groupe Canada represents the vision of a set of collaborative and integrated agencies that offer expertise and insightful services to many of the biggest brands in North America.\nPublicis Groupe Canada is committed to its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion mandate which focuses on four pillars: Education, Talent Management, Outreach and Giving Back. Since the mandate's launch in 2020, they have made strong and continued growth in all their pillars including top-tier mental health benefits, regular education sessions for employees, six business resources groups for employees of various backgrounds and their allies and developing training and scholarships programs with POV and the Miami Ad School Canada. The Groupe also launched This Is The Job, an initiative designed to work with Canada's largest school boards to change the complexion of the marketing industry and inspire racialized teens and young adults to consider a career in the industry.\nCanadian brands include: Publicis Canada (Publicis Canada, Hawkeye, Razorfish, Publicis Health, ThePubProductions, Nurun, Publicis Sports & Entertainment), Publicis Media (Starcom, Spark Foundry, Zenith), Leo Burnett (Leo Burnett Canada, Ove Brand Design, Leo Burnett Design), Saatchi & Saatchi (Saatchi & Saatchi Canada, Synergize, TPM),MSL Canada/North Strategic (North Strategic, MSL Canada, Notch Canada) and Publicis Sapient.\nOverview\nAs Director of Product Engineering, you will lead the strategic development and execution of AI-powered products and solutions across the agency. This role is responsible for overseeing the full product development lifecycle-from ideation to deployment-while managing a high-performing team of engineers and collaborating with cross-functional leaders. You will drive innovation, operational efficiency, and measurable business impact by integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation into core agency workflows.\nYou will also oversee the integration of applied data science and machine learning into our product ecosystem. In partnership with AI Product Engineers, Product Managers, and research teams, you will guide the development of predictive models, automation frameworks, and intelligence tools that enhance audience targeting, media performance, and creative optimization. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the agency’s innovation roadmap and delivering transformative value to clients.\nResponsibilities\nLeadership & Strategy\nDefine and execute the product engineering vision aligned with agency goals and client needs. \nLead and mentor a team of product engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning. \nOversee the roadmap, prioritization, and delivery of AI-driven products and enhancements. \nCollaborate with executive leadership to align product strategy with business objectives and market trends. \nChampion responsible AI practices across all initiatives, ensuring ethical standards, data privacy, and compliance. \nProduct Oversight\nDirect the design, development, and deployment of scalable AI solutions that enhance agency capabilities. \nOwn the end-to-end product lifecycle, including architecture, testing, release management, and performance optimization. \nEvaluate and implement emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge in AI and automation. \nCross-Functional Collaboration\nPartner with Data Science, Martech, and Client Services to identify opportunities for AI integration and workflow automation. \nTranslate complex business challenges into actionable technical strategies and product features. \nPresent product vision, progress, and impact to internal stakeholders and clients in a clear, compelling manner. \nOperational Excellence\nEstablish and enforce engineering best practices, development standards, and quality assurance protocols. \nMonitor team performance, resource allocation, and delivery timelines to ensure efficiency and scalability. \nAudit existing workflows and recommend AI-driven enhancements to improve productivity and outcomes. \nAgency Collaboration & Impact\nLead strategic partnerships with Research, Martech, and Data Intelligence teams to drive innovation. \nSupport planning and leadership teams with AI-driven insights and technical guidance. \nRepresent Product Engineering in cross-functional initiatives, workshops, and client engagements. \nPromote a collaborative, inclusive culture through mentorship, thought leadership, and knowledge sharing. \nQualifications\n8+ years of experience in product engineering, AI/ML development, or related fields. \n4+ years in a leadership role managing engineering teams and product development. \nProven track record of delivering enterprise-grade AI solutions and managing cross-functional teams. \nExpertise in Python, R, and machine learning framaeworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). \nStrong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), data engineering, and model deployment. \nExperience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Datorama) and workflow orchestration. \nExceptional communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and clients. \nDeep knowledge of responsible AI principles, including ethics, bias mitigation, and data governance. \nAdditional Information\nPublicis Canada is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of our community. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply. If you require a specific accommodation please contact Human Resources at 416-925-7733 or by email at \nWe’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.\nSalary Transparency matters to us. The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $120,000 CDN per year. Actual compensation within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and applicable certifications. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on current market data.\nAI Use\nWe use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but never replace human decision-making. 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