AI & Automation Engineer

Posted 10 Days Ago
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North Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
85K-162K Annually
Senior level
Healthtech • Pharmaceutical
The Role
Develop and maintain Python and Golang automation for security and incident response, build SOAR playbooks (Cortex XSOAR), integrate systems via RESTful APIs, support AI initiatives (RAG, MCP, Agent communications), participate in Agile sprints, conduct code reviews and testing, and produce technical documentation.
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About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

The Cyber Security Engineering team is seeking a dynamic AI & Automation Engineer to build and support the critical technologies that enable our Information Security and Incident Response teams. Operating in a highly collaborative, hybrid Agile/Scrum environment, you will leverage Python and Golang to develop robust scripting, orchestrate tasks within Cortex XSOAR, and streamline complex security operations. Beyond traditional SOAR engineering, you will play a pivotal role in our AI enablement journey by exploring, securing, and implementing cutting-edge technologies like Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Agent-to-Agent communications, and the Model Context Protocol (MCP). We are looking for a strong software engineer with a passion for learning emerging AI concepts who can effectively partner with cross-functional teams to automate our defenses and accelerate incident response. 

Responsibilities:

  • Automation Script Development: Write, maintain, and optimize efficient scripts using Python and Golang to automate routine security and incident response tasks.
  • SOAR Platform Orchestration: Develop and manage playbooks, workflows, and integrations within the Cortex XSOAR platform to accelerate incident resolution.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with security analysts and cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver impactful solutions.
  • Agile Sprint Participation: Actively engage in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure continuous delivery within our Agile framework.
  • AI Implementation Support: Assist in designing and implementing emerging AI technologies, including RAG architectures, to enhance security team capabilities.
  • Agent Communication Design: Build and test reliable Agent-to-Agent communication workflows that support intelligent, automated decision-making processes.
  • MCP Integration Support: Assist in the development, integration, and security of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to standardize our AI interactions.
  • API Integration Management: Connect disparate internal systems and third-party security tools using robust RESTful API integrations.
  • Continuous Technology Learning: Dedicate time to researching and experimenting with the latest advancements in AI and automation to identify new operational efficiencies.
  • Code Testing Review: Conduct peer code reviews and implement automated testing to maintain a high-quality, secure, and reliable codebase.
  • Technical Documentation Creation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for developed scripts, playbooks, and AI integrations to ensure team-wide knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field plus 5 years’ experience; Or Master’s Degree plus 4 years’ experience.
  • Respective years of related work experience in software engineering, automation, or integration development.
  • Strong proficiency in programming and scripting languages, specifically Python and Golang.
  • Proven experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs for complex system integrations.
  • Demonstrated capability and enthusiastic interest in learning new technologies, specifically in the AI space (e.g., LLMs, RAG, MCP).
  • Experience working effectively within an Agile/Scrum development methodology.
  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to translate operational needs into technical solutions.
  • Solid understanding of software development lifecycles, version control (e.g., Git), and code testing principles.
  • Ability to work successfully in a hybrid work environment.

Preferred:

  • Hands-on experience with Cortex XSOAR or similar SOAR platforms (e.g., Splunk SOAR, Tines).
  • Prior exposure to or foundational knowledge of AI frameworks, RAG implementations, or Agent-to-Agent communications.
  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles or incident response workflows (prior security experience is not required, but an interest is a plus).
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code deployments.
  • Experience with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.

Additional Information

​Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​

  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. ​
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​
  • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of  any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. ​

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or closely related field plus 5 years' experience; or Master's degree plus 4 years' experience
  • Related work experience in software engineering, automation, or integration development
  • Strong proficiency in Python
  • Strong proficiency in Golang
  • Proven experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs for complex system integrations
  • Demonstrated capability and enthusiastic interest in AI technologies (e.g., LLMs, RAG, MCP)
  • Experience working within an Agile/Scrum development methodology
  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
  • Solid understanding of software development lifecycles, version control (e.g., Git), and code testing principles
  • Ability to work successfully in a hybrid work environment
  • Hands-on experience with Cortex XSOAR or similar SOAR platforms (e.g., Splunk SOAR, Tines)
  • Prior exposure to AI frameworks, RAG implementations, or Agent-to-Agent communications
  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles or incident response workflows
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code
  • Experience with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes

AbbVie Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AbbVie and has not been reviewed or approved by AbbVie.

  • Retirement Support Retirement programs are portrayed as a standout, with a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an additional annual company contribution based on age and service. Feedback suggests this materially boosts perceived total compensation for many U.S. employees.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental and caregiver leave are emphasized, including up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents and 4 weeks of paid caregiver leave in the U.S. Feedback suggests these policies are a meaningful differentiator for employees balancing family needs.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off is described as extensive, with tiered vacation that scales with tenure, 17 company holidays, and two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave contributes notably to overall benefits satisfaction.

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The Company
HQ: North Chicago, IL
50,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need.

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