AI Researcher, AI Software & Platform
Description For AI Researcher, AI Software & Platform
Cisco's AI Software and Platform team is seeking an AI Researcher to join their mission of delivering cutting-edge AI products and security solutions. This role combines advanced machine learning expertise with practical security applications, offering an opportunity to work at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.
The position requires deep expertise in machine learning, particularly in areas such as GANs, Autoencoders, and Transformers, with a strong focus on NLP and Large Language Models. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and deploying production-ready AI models that address real-world security challenges.
As an AI Researcher, you'll be working with a team dedicated to simplifying security without compromise. The role involves building and fine-tuning complex ML models, ensuring they can be effectively deployed in various environments, and maintaining high performance standards. You'll be tackling critical security challenges through innovative AI solutions, from threat detection to risk assessment.
The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $146,800 to $244,700 USD, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company matching, and flexible vacation time. Cisco provides a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
This role is perfect for someone who combines strong technical skills in AI/ML with a passion for security, offering the chance to work on meaningful projects that protect businesses worldwide. The position allows for remote work, providing flexibility while being part of a global team that's shaping the future of security technology.
Working at Cisco means joining a company that values diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance, with opportunities to participate in various employee resource organizations and volunteer activities. The company's commitment to powering an inclusive future for all makes it an ideal place for innovative minds looking to make a significant impact in the field of AI and security.
Responsibilities For AI Researcher, AI Software & Platform
- Develop and implement advanced ML models and algorithms for security problems, including threat detection, anomaly detection, and risk assessment
- Lead the training, validation, and fine-tuning ML models using current techniques and libraries
- Build robust software systems to integrate, deploy, and maintain advanced ML models in production environments
- Collaborate with software engineering teams to design and implement deployment strategies
- Establish effective process for machine learning and security operations
- Maintain clear documentation of models, data pipelines, and security procedures
Requirements For AI Researcher, AI Software & Platform
- Bachelors degree with 6+ years or Masters degree with 4+ years or PhD degree with 1+ year of software development industry experience
- 3+ years of industry experience in machine learning including building, fine tuning and deploying machine learning models into production
- 3+ years of experience with machine learning libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Skit-learn
- Experience in machine learning algorithms, deep learning, and statistical modeling
- Experience in NLP and LLMs
- Experience in GenAI
- Proficient in cloud services for deploying models at scale
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Benefits For AI Researcher, AI Software & Platform
- Quality medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Basic life insurance
- Up to twelve paid holidays per year
- Flexible Vacation Time Off policy
- 80 hours of sick time off
- Paid time for volunteering
