AI Machine Learning Engineer II Intern (Start ASAP)

Join Cisco’s engineering team to develop and deploy advanced AI/ML solutions using state-of-the-art large language models.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Develop and implement generative AI applications using large language models such as GPT-4, Claude, and Llama.
• Optimize neural networks for natural language processing and machine perception using convolutional and transformer-based models, student-teacher frameworks, distillation, and GANs.
• Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability of models through training, fine-tuning, and real-world deployment.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to gather and prepare data, design custom layers, and automate model deployment.
• Experiment with new technologies and produce production-ready code with robust testing and problem-solving.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program with 2 years of relevant experience, or a graduate degree program with 0 years of relevant experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, Statistics, Mathematics, Software Engineering, or related fields.
• Backend development skills in Go or Python demonstrated through assessments or code samples.
• Understanding of LLM infrastructure and optimization strategies demonstrated in technical interviews or documentation.
• Practical experience with model building and AI or LLM tasks evidenced by portfolio, code samples, or academic/research projects.
• Preferred: Experience with inference engines (vLLM, Triton, TorchServe), knowledge of GPU architecture, optimization, distributed systems, asynchronous programming, agent frameworks, cloud-native platforms, cybersecurity principles, and Python AI libraries.
• Exposure to scalable computing environments and best practices for secure, efficient AI deployment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range for U.S. locations: $44,000.00 - $185,000.00 depending on location and role specifics.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance.
• Paid time off including 10 holidays, 1 floating holiday, birthday leave, year-end shutdown, 4 wellness days, and vacation time (16 days for non-exempt employees, flexible for exempt employees).
• 80 hours of sick time annually with carryover.
• Additional paid time off for family emergencies and 10 paid volunteer days per year.
• Eligibility for Cisco restricted stock units subject to continued employment.
• Annual bonuses for non-sales roles and performance-based incentive pay for sales roles.

Training & Development

Opportunities to experiment with new technologies and ongoing learning are encouraged within a collaborative team environment.

Career Progression

Work alongside skilled engineers and cross-functional teams to grow expertise in AI/ML and contribute to impactful, next-generation AI solutions.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted until further notice. A Cisco representative may contact applicants directly if a relevant position opens.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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