For our IT Security division in Zurich, we are seeking an experienced and versatile AI Security Engineer and Architect. If you enjoy working in an agile team, thrive on tackling the daily challenges of a dynamic operating environment, and are excited to contribute to the implementation of complex projects using innovative technologies, this could be your chance!
Are concepts like prompt injection, adversarial inputs, model poisoning, zero trust AI, red teaming, or guardrails part of your daily language? Do you bring a strong understanding of how secure, enterprise grade AI systems are built, tested, and operated at scale? If this sounds familiar, we’d love to hear more about your experience and what inspires you to join our team!
What Would your role be?
Software Development of IT Security and AI Security solutions.
AI Security Architecture design and development.
Technical ownership of security software solutions delivery.
What are we looking for?
In-depth technical expertise in AI security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques.
Deep understanding of the OWASP Top 10 and the OWASP Top 10 for Large Language Model (LLM) Applications.
Proven experience in designing and securing agent-based AI architectures, including tool invocation, memory management, agent communication, and workflow orchestration.
Experience implementing AI security testing and assurance practices, including red teaming, threat modeling, threat hunting, and risk assessments.
Strong scripting and automation skills, with experience developing security tooling, scripts, and automated pipelines.
Solid understanding of cloud security principles and controls, particularly within Microsoft Azure and AI/ML environments.
Hands-on experience with AI platforms such as Azure AI Foundry, AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, or similar managed LLM services is an advantage.
Agile, adaptable, and passionate about working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic environment.
Highly motivated and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Nice to have: experience securing Generative AI (GenAI) pipelines, including data ingestion, model training, evaluation, and deployment, against adversarial attacks, prompt injection, model manipulation, and data poisoning.
What do we offer?
Top Zurich location with collaboration spaces and free lunch.
Friendly, diverse team in an international environment.
Agile environment in how we think, the way we work and our trust for each other.
Flat hierarchy with collaboration on all levels.
Collaborative spirit with opportunities to learn and thrive.
We are looking for talented people, not just a CV that ticks all the boxes. Even if you do not have absolutely everything we have asked for, if this role sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
Why Vontobel?
At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. As a family-owned and publicly listed company with over 2,000 professionals based in 28 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich, we’re committed to long-term thinking and sustainability.
Our diverse team values unique perspectives, and we hire individuals determined to deliver in a dynamic and changing world. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply if you’re enthusiastic about the role.
Do you want to be Vontobel?
Thank you for applying to Vontobel. We will carefully review your application and will respond to you in a timely manner.
At Vontobel, we are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.
We value the many voices within our teams and are committed to creating an environment where everyone who wants to be part of our performance culture can be themselves. It is based on mutual respect and zero tolerance for any form of discrimination.
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Vontobel is an international investment management firm with Swiss roots, providing investment, advisory and solution capabilities to private and institutional clients. With our investment-led approach that focuses exclusively on the buy-side of financial markets, we think and act purely from the client’s perspective – as an investor for investors.
This includes continually rethinking how to empower investors – something we have engaged in for over 100 years. Harnessing the power of technology allows us to deploy our investment expertise across multiple platforms and ecosystems, while aiming to offer an individualized and high-quality client experience.
Our conviction that successful investing begins with the assumption of personal responsibility means we focus on empowering employees to unlock their potential, take ownership of their work, and bring opportunities to life. We continuously scrutinize our achievements as we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients.
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