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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Distinguished AI Engineer (Hybrid) - **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc. - **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $342,700.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cyber Security, Distributed Computing Environment, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Software Product Management, Large Language Models, Deep Learning, Parallel Computation, Generative AI, Splunk, Cisco, Unsupervised Learning - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17834651?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17834651%2FDistinguished-Ai-Engineer-Hybrid-California-San-Jose ## About the Role * Bachelors + 17 years of related experience, or Masters + 14 years of related experience, or PhD + 10 years of related experience * In-depth knowledge and consistent 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). * Demonstrated experience in leading impactful AI product development at scale. * Demonstrated experience in developing large-scale, complex models and deploying them in production systems. * Demonstrated experience in large-scale data processing and parallel computing - GPU, multi-GPU and distributed training. * Demonstrated experience in building strong internal and external partnerships. * Commitment to staying up-to-date with the field and applying academic advances to solve complex business problems, and bringing them into production. * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate research insights into practical solutions that address real-world challenges. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Experience in mentoring and guiding junior researchers or team members., * Experience in the Cybersecurity and/or Observability industry is preferred. ## Description Artificial Intelligence is a foundational pillar in the product strategy for Splunk and Cisco, and we are building best-in-class AI capabilities into our platform, security and observability products to help our customers to accelerate their journey to digital resilience. We are looking for a Distinguished Engineer with outstanding technical leadership in the AI/ML area to drive our high-priority AI initiatives with a clear technology roadmap to deliver innovations across our product portfolio. This role will partner closely with ML Scientists, ML Engineers and Product Managers, and provide technical guidance to the cross-functional teams throughout the product development life cycle, from critical thinking and architecture design to implementation, execution and holding the teams accountable for delivery goals. Your Impact * Define and evolve the technical vision and strategy for AI/ML capabilities across our product portfolio! * Shape and drive our AI technology roadmap with modern innovations to deliver best-in-class AI solutions to our customers! * Work with the leadership team to build awareness and alignment to accelerate the rollout and adoption of AI technologies. * Effectively connect with and influence key collaborators across the enterprise, at all levels of the organization. * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the cross-functional team and promote a culture of engineering excellence. * Collaborate with fellow technical leaders to ensure the successful and timely delivery of AI/ML models and service integration. * Identify and mitigate risks in our plans and executions, especially at the intersection of business and engineering. ## Related Videos - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1209-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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