You will be joining a cutting-edge research team within a world-leading technology company at their lab Munich.
You will conduct research & development of privacy-preserving AI agents designed to process sensitive data securely. Apply advanced cryptographic & machine learning techniques to build scalable, trustworthy systems, while shaping the future of confidential AI.
As a Research Engineer your responsibilities will include:
* Conduct research on secure AI methods, including homomorphic encryption, federated learning, secure multi-party computation, & differential privacy
* Design & implement prototypes & production-ready AI models with built-in security, covering threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, & mitigation
* Collaborate with engineers, researchers, & stakeholders to integrate secure AI into larger systems, ensuring compliance with standards such as GDPR & HIPAA
* Publish research outcomes in leading journals and
* conferences
* Mentor junior engineers & researchers, promoting best practices in secure AI development
* Track emerging trends in AI security, cryptography, & privacy-preserving technologies, applying them to ongoing projects
* Test & optimize secure AI agents for performance, scalability, & resilience on cloud platforms
As a Research Engineer your skills will include:
* PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field with focus on AI, ML, cryptography, or security
* Strong background in AI/ML research & engineering with emphasis on security & privacy
* Proficiency in Python, C++, or Rust, & experience with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
* Hands-on experience with cryptographic protocols, secure enclaves (Intel SGX/TDX, AMD SEV SNP, ARM TrustZone), or privacy-enhancing technologies
* Proven research contributions through publications, patents, or open-source projects
* Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, with ability to work independently on complex challenges
Feel free to also refer someone you may know who could be good for the role. If they are successfully placed, we offer a great referral scheme!
Key words – Agentic AI / AI Systems / SMPC / Homomorphic Encryption / Differential Privacy / Federated Learning / Cryptography / Privacy-Enhancing Technology / Machine Learning / AI Security
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