Applied Scientist (FULLY REMOTE-USA)

Lensa; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 131,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Services is seeking a Mid-Senior level AI/ML professional to lead the development of innovative models in cybersecurity. This role involves collaboration with engineers and product managers to integrate generative AI solutions. Candidates should have a strong background in AI/ML technologies and excellent communication skills. Flexible working arrangements are available, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• PhD or MS in Computer Science with 2-3 years of industry experience.
• Experience training and fine-tuning LLMs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of core AI/ML models for cybersecurity.
• Collaborate with engineers and product managers on AI solutions.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

PhD in Computer Science

MS in Computer Science

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, Cisco, is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

Join us as we pursue our disruptive new vision to make machine data accessible, usable, and valuable to everyone. We are a company filled with people who are passionate about our product and seek to deliver the best experience for our customers. At Splunk, we’re committed to our work, customers, having fun, and most importantly, to each other’s success. Learn more about Splunk careers and how you can become a part of our journey!

The Responsibilities Of This Role Include

• Lead the development of core AI/ML models and algorithms that drive our product’s key use cases in the cybersecurity and observability domains.
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, applied scientists, and product managers to integrate generative AI solutions into our products and services.
• Stay up to date with the latest research and developments in the field of AI/ML, and ensure that these advancements are properly incorporated into our technology roadmap.
• Actively participate in cross-functional discussions and strategic decisions related to AI research directions and product roadmaps.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• PhD in Computer Science or a related field OR MS in Computer Science or related field with at least 2-3 years of industry experience
• Experience training and fine-tuning LLMs
• Experience with time series anomaly detection
• In-depth knowledge and proven track record in AI/ML technology, including deep learning, time series modeling, natural language processing, and unsupervised learning.
• In-depth knowledge and proven track record in Generative AI technology and Large Language Models (LLM).
• Experience developing large-scale, complex models and deploying and taking them from research to production systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate research insights into practical solutions that address real-world challenges.
• Deep understanding of ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and programming languages commonly used in AI research.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in the Cybersecurity and/or Observability industry is preferred.

Splunk, a Cisco company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Note

Base Pay Range

• SF Bay Area, Seattle Metro, and New York City Metro Area: $146,400 - $201,300 per year
• California (excludes SF Bay Area), Washington (excludes Seattle Metro), Washington DC Metro, and Massachusetts: $131,760 - $181,170 per year
• All other cities and states excluding California, Washington, Massachusetts, New York City Metro Area, and Washington DC Metro Area: $117,120 - $161,040 per year

Splunk offers flexible working arrangements, including remote options. The base pay varies by location and experience. This role is also eligible for incentive compensation, equity, or long-term cash awards. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and more. Learn more at https://splunkbenefits.com.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting