AI Technical Lead

Be a part of a fast-paced culture and community in a startup-like environment inside one of the most successful organizations in Québec. We are focused on building a highly talented and ambitious team from the ground up that revolutionizes the way we work around Data & Analytics at BRP. We are a team that has the potential to unlock tremendous value for the organization and you have the unique opportunity to be part of it from the beginning.

Join BRP's central Data & Analytics team (DNA) as an AI Advisor and bring your analytical skills and business insight to our dynamic team. This role is perfect for someone who seeks

YOU'LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO :

AI Evaluation & Technical Due Diligence

• Serve as the primary AI/ML technical reference when evaluating supplier solutions or internal AI initiatives

• Challenge supplier AI claims: interrogate model architecture, training data, performance metrics, limitations and risks at a level most business stakeholders cannot

• Define evaluation frameworks and success criteria for any AI solution under consideration

• Occasionally deep-dive into code, benchmarks or proofs-of-concept when a decision requires it

Technical AI Assessment

• Work alongside the AI Product Owner to inform build vs. buy decisions with technical depth

• Identify hidden risks before they become problems: bias, model drift, explainability gaps, vendor lock-in, data sovereignty

• Ensure every AI initiative, built internally or sourced externally, is grounded in technical reality, not marketing claims

Cross-functional Communication

• Bridge complex AI/ML concepts and business realities across all levels of the organization

• Make AI understandable for business stakeholders, and business complexity actionable for technical teams

• Operate with equal credibility in executive conversations and technical deep-dives

AI Landscape & Anticipation

• Stay current on the AI landscape, emerging techniques, and vendor developments

• Anticipate relevant opportunities before suppliers bring them to the door

• Contribute to the maturity and AI culture of the broader AIML organization

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

• MSc or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in a senior Data Science, AI Research, or Applied AI role or equivalent depth through top-tier consulting with deep AI specialization

• Strong theoretical grounding in ML/AI: understands what is under the hood of LLMs, classical ML, deep learning, and optimization

• Naturally curious and skeptical, able to ask the questions others don't know to ask

• Excellent communication skills; able to adapt register from technical deep-dive to executive summary

• Proficiency in French and English, the team operates primarily in English

STAND OUT WITH…

• Experience evaluating or auditing AI-powered solutions from external suppliers

• Exposure to AI risk topics: fairness, explainability, data governance, regulatory compliance

• Ability to write code or run experiments when a decision demands it, without being primarily a builder

• Knowledge of the AI/ML vendor landscape across relevant domains

• Background that combines technical depth with business or strategic exposure

ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!

For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

Let’s start with a strong foundation - You want it, we have it:

• Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results

• Generous paid time away

• Pension plan

• Collective saving opportunities

• Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP

What about some feel good perks:

• Flexible work schedule

• A summer schedule that varies by department and location

• Holiday season shutdown

• Educational resources

• Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 17,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination: It’s about the journey.