AI/ML Engineer / Data Scientist

F5 is seeking an experienced AI/ML Engineer, specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs), to innovate and strengthen our pioneering security platforms. This role focuses on building and deploying intelligent tools using leading AI/LLM technologies for automated red-teaming, vulnerability detection, adversarial attack simulation, and intelligent defense mechanisms. You will work hands-on to operationalize AI models, contributing to secure and robust model deployments within F5’s platforms.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with AI researchers, software engineers, and product teams to productionize cutting-edge AI solutions for securing and optimizing AI-powered systems and processes. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a passion for transforming AI innovations into practical, scalable security solutions.

Key Responsibilities

AI/ML Model Development and Application

• Research, design, develop, fine-tune, and evaluate LLMs, intelligent agents, and deep learning models for AI security and system optimization.
• Create advanced tools for tasks like automated red-teaming, vulnerability detection, adversarial attack simulation, and intelligent defenses.
• Implement and deploy AI/LLM-powered features as robust, scalable, and secure components in F5's security platforms.
• Optimize AI/LLM models for inference speed, cost-efficiency, and resource utilization in production.

MLOps and AI Workflow Pipeline Development

• Develop and maintain pipelines for end-to-end AI/LLM workflows, covering data preprocessing, training, fine-tuning, validation, deployment, and monitoring.
• Proactively monitor model performance and behavior in production, addressing safety, alignment, and security vulnerabilities.
• Apply software engineering best practices to AI/LLM workflows for secure and seamless deployments into our platforms.

Collaborative Development and Innovation

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including researchers and engineers, to productionize cutting-edge AI/LLM techniques and integrate them into F5’s products.
• Translate technical advancements into practical solutions aligned with customer needs and business objectives.
• Communicate findings and solutions through documentation and presentations for target="_blank">accommodations@f5.com.