AI Researcher - Efficiency Engineer, Hybrid
Cisco · San Jose, CA · Other
About this role
Cisco is hiring a mid-level Research Scientist in the machine learning function based in San Jose, CA. The posting calls out experience with LLMs, MLOps, Git, Machine Learning. Compensation is listed at $212,300–$275,800 per year.
- Role
- Research Scientist
- Function
- machine learning
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- San Jose, CA
- Department
- Other
- Posted
- May 19, 2026
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Job description
from Cisco careersJob posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
This position is based in San Jose, CA or North Carolina and operates under a hybrid work model.
Meet the Team
Our team is part of the Cisco AI and Automation portfolio, responsible for the "Circuit" platform—the central AI engine that powers productivity and process automation for all of Cisco. We are a rapidly expanding, high-impact group dedicated to building the vehicle for AI-driven business transformation. We operate at the intersection of applied research and production, ensuring our technology is not only cutting-edge but also optimized for performance and cost-efficiency for our 80,000+ monthly users.