Technology Fellow - AI Systems & Automation (GenAI & Agentic AI)

Coalfire Systems

Coalfire is an EEO employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to respecting one another, embracing individual differences, and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Coalfire

Coalfire is on a mission to make the world a safer place by solving our clients' hardest cybersecurity challenges. We work at the cutting edge of technology to advise, assess, automate, and ultimately help companies navigate the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. We are headquartered in Chicago, Illinois with offices across the U.S. and U.K., and we support clients around the world.

But that's not who we are - that's just what we do.

We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.

Position Summary

The Technology Fellow - AI Systems & Automation is a senior-level technical leader responsible for advancing the organization's capabilities in Generative AI (GenAI) and Agentic AI systems. This role will drive innovation, research, and architecture for large-scale AI automation, ensuring that emerging AI technologies are successfully adapted to solve complex business challenges. The Fellow will serve as both a thought leader and hands-on architect, collaborating with executives, engineering teams, and partners to define strategy, guide implementation, and shape the future of AI adoption within the organization.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design, architecture, and deployment of GenAI and Agentic AI systems to deliver scalable automation solutions.
• Drive applied research in emerging AI techniques, including multi-agent orchestration, context engineering, and adaptive automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, security, compliance) to translate business requirements into technical AI solutions.
• Establish standards, frameworks, and best practices for AI system design, security, governance, and lifecycle management.
• Mentor senior engineers and architects to strengthen organizational expertise in advanced AI.
• Publish thought leadership, represent the organization in industry forums, and engage with external partners / vendors to influence AI strategy.
• Evaluate and implement tools, frameworks, and platforms that accelerate AI adoption and reduce technical debt.
• Track industry trends and provide insights on AI risks, ethics, and regulatory implications.

What You'll Bring

Preferred Qualifications

The salary range listed is a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role based on national salary averages. The actual salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, geographic location, training, licensure and certifications and other factors. You may also be eligible to participate in annual incentive, commission, and / or recognition programs.

Why You'll Want to Join Us

At Coalfire, you'll find the support you need to thrive personally and professionally. In many cases, we provide a flexible work model that empowers you to choose when and where you'll work most effectively - whether you're at home or an office.

Regardless of location, you'll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. You'll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, participate in in-person and virtual events, and more. And you'll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support membership, and comprehensive insurance options.

At Coalfire, equal opportunity and pay equity is integral to the way we do business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Coalfire is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, our Human Resources team at HumanResourcesMB@coalfire.com .

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