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Cisco Systems, Inc. is hiring a Machine Learning Engineer

About the Role

Cisco Systems, Inc. is hiring a Machine Learning Engineer to be at the forefront of our generative AI strategy. You will design, train, and optimize large language models and multimodal AI systems to solve ambitious real-world challenges across industries.

What You'll Do

  • Design, train, and optimize large language models and multimodal AI systems.
  • Drive innovation by developing scalable, high-performing AI solutions.
  • Collaborate across engineering and product teams.
  • Guide research into emerging technologies.
  • Deliver impactful AI capabilities that transform Cisco's products and customer experiences.
  • Mentor peers and evangelize AI innovation both inside and outside the company.

What We're Looking For

  • Students graduating in 2027.
  • Programming experience with Java, C++, Python, or related languages.
  • Hands-on experience in natural language processing, computer vision, or multimodal interaction.
  • Experience using deep learning frameworks to train, fine-tune, and optimize GenAI models for performance and scalability.
  • Experience designing and deploying proof-of-concepts and production-ready AI systems.

Nice to Have

  • Strong background in system design, software development, and production deployment at scale.
  • Ability to transform ambiguous requirements into actionable deep learning solutions.
  • Familiarity with state-of-the-art models and methods (e.g., CLIP, DALLE 2, diffusion models).
  • Demonstrated contributions to the AI/ML community through top-tier publications, open-source projects, or leaderboard competitions.

Technical Stack

  • Java
  • C++
  • Python
  • Deep learning frameworks

Team & Environment

The role is part of a forward-thinking team of engineers, researchers, and innovators working at the intersection of deep learning, generative AI, and cutting-edge product design. Our culture is fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and collaborative, where every day offers the opportunity to create meaningful solutions with massive global impact. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale.

Cisco Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Skills
JavaC++PythonDeep Learning FrameworksNatural Language ProcessingComputer VisionMultimodal InteractionGenerative AIModel TrainingModel Fine-tuningModel OptimizationSystem DesignProof-of-ConceptProduction Deployment
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Cisco Systems, Inc.

At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds.

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Department Software Development
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Posted 14 days ago