Distinguished Engineer - Applied Science - Outshift

Distinguished Engineer - Applied Science - Outshift

Location:Rolle, Switzerland

Alternate LocationZurich, Switzerland or Paris, France

Area of InterestEngineer - Software

Job TypeProfessional

Technology InterestAI or Artificial Intelligence, Software Development

Job Id1416115

Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today, but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens.

Who We Are

Who You'll Work With

What You'll Do

The Impact You’ll Make

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Lead a team of applied scientists and drive applied ML initiatives across products.
• Drive the generative AI strategy and lead strategic initiatives to employ the most recent advances in ML/AI including multimodal Large Language models (MLLMs) in a fast-paced, experimental environment and create differentiation.
• Lead development, implementation, and optimization of LLMs & MLLMs, including training, finetuning, and computational optimizations and deliver novel and highly impactful features.
• Work with peer leaders in Outshift and wider Cisco Senior AI practitioners (PE, DE, Fellows) from other business groups to align strategies and collaborate on AI initiatives.
• Conduct research and develop innovative AI models using state-of-the-art techniques that include NLP, CV, timeseries, image, video, audio, and other modalities.
• Mentor applied scientists and holding us to a high standard of technical rigor and excellence in ML.
• Provide guidance to the team on State-of-the-Art techniques and model architectures across generative AI.

Minimum Requirements

• PhD in machine learning, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or related quantitative fields and 10+ years of industry experience in deep learning, natural language processing & understanding, reinforcement learning.
• OR
• Masters in machine learning, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or related quantitative fields and 14+ years of industry experience in deep learning, natural language processing & understanding, reinforcement learning.
• 8+ years exp in Java, C++, Python, and other related languages.
• Practical experience in developing, training, deploying, evaluating AI models in real-world applications and knowledge of deep learning frameworks.
• Understanding and hands-on experience in (multimodal) large language models, natural language processing, computer vision, image processing, and generative AI techniques
• Proven track record of verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Requirements

• Depth and breadth in state-of-the-art machine learning technologies like LLMs and MLLMs.
• Highly driven leader that is known to deliver in high growth and highly dynamic environments.
• Be an advocate for creative technical trends. Acknowledged for driving decisions collaboratively, resolving challenges, ensuring follow through.
• Extraordinarily resourceful & rigorous, and can operate successfully among forward-thinking and charismatic people.
• Equally comfortable and capable interacting with technologists as with business executives.

Why Cisco?

Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We’re the Internet’s optimists. Our technology makes sure the data travelling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it’s not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We’re helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges and universities to teach in even the most challenging of times. We’re helping businesses of all shapes and size to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world – whether through 5G, or otherwise.

We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other’s backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another – from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).

We know that powering an inclusive future starts with us. Because without diversity and a dedication to equality, there is no moving forward. Our 30 Inclusive Communities, that bring people together around commonalities or passions, are leading the way. Together we’re committed to learning, listening, caring for our communities, whilst supporting the most vulnerable with a collective effort to make this world a better place either with technology, or through our actions.

So, you have colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That’s cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us! #WeAreCisco

When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

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.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;

1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;

1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.

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