AI Systems Administrator-Sofware Engineer

Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient's natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient's immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.

Why ImmunityBio?
* ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
* Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
* Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
* Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) System Administrator/ Software Engineer will play a pivotal role in company initiatives to solve scientific and administrative challenges using the latest AI tools. This role will design, develop, and deliver the AI infrastructure to support ImmunityBio research science projects and enhance business processes. This position will apply expertise as a back-end AI/LLM software engineer to set up, configure and administer the relevant infrastructure as well as custom develop front end solutions.

Essential Functions

• Setup, configure, deploy and administer the AI/LLM infrastructure within a private cloud to support AI systems across the organization.
• Develop and manage AI systems security and integrate new systems and tools into company-wide cyber security systems and controls .
• Research and implement the latest advancements in AI and machine learning frameworks.
• Design and develop AI systems building algorithms and machine learning models to solve specific challenges and enhance functionality.
• Develop and maintain pipelines for deploying AI models into production environments.
• Implement AI into existing software systems to enhance functionality and user experience.
• Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and stakeholders to ensure AI solutions align with organizational goals and deliver real-world value.
• Investigate and apply AI technology to company business needs to drive systems innovation and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
• Optimize the performance of AI models and systems for scalability and real-time applications.
• Create prototypes to test AI applications and refine machine learning techniques.
• Troubleshoot and improve AI applications to resolve issues and optimize systems for better performance and user experience.
• Performs other special projects as requested.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, or a related field; a Master's Degree is preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in AI infrastructure development, application engineering, and machine learning techniques.
• At least 5 years of experience working with Python
• At least 5 years of experience with Web development (React, Typescript, SQL)
• Experience working with Large Language Models
• Prefer experience with AI development frameworks (Langchain, LlamaIndex, etc.)
• Prefer experience with AI agentic frameworks (LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen, etc.)
• Relevant certifications in AI and machine learning are a strong plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency in GPU Cluster setup and administration, Machine Learning (ML) development and application engineering.
• Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities to work effectively with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position will either work in El Segundo, CA or remotely
• This position will work in an office environment and requires extensive use of computer keyboards and monitors.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$150,000 (entry-level qualifications) to $250,000 (highly experienced) annually

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options * Health and Financial Wellness Programs * Employer Assistance Program (EAP) * Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts * 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match * 529 Education Savings Program * Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks * Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays * Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO * Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day * We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

ImmunityBio is a mandatory vaccination employer for COVID-19 and its variants. The Company requires that its employees be fully vaccinated as of their start date. If you require a medical or religious accommodation we will engage in the interactive process with you. Proof of vaccination will be required prior to start. If we make you an offer and you are not yet vaccinated, we will accommodate a delay in start date. ImmunityBio may also mandate that its employees receive vaccine boosters, and all accommodation laws will be followed.