Master Thesis - AI agent design for trustworthiness

Master Thesis - AI agent design for trustworthiness

Job Description

Category

Computer Science
 

Scope

Master Thesis 30 hp

2 students completing 30 credits each
 

Background

The rapidly increasing use of generative AI introduces challenges. We need to be careful to not lose elements of foundational verification principles enabling trust in software. As programming moves up in abstraction we need to adapt and develop our current solutions for quality assurance.

For example, when decisions are delegated to agents in software development we need to consider how we do quality assurance of agents and how we inspect agent decisions. How do we trace decision-making and determine responsibility? How do we determine how much we can trust automation via GenAI? We need to shape the design of GenAI-based software development assistance to what we need. Delegation to agents can provide high productivity gains but must be built so that engineers can trust that the agents carry out their tasks with high quality and reliability.

Goal

Evaluate how some aspects of AI agent design can allow users to adopt an appropriate trust level, for example transparency about decision making and validation methods. The work will involve proof of concept agent design improvements of existing agents used to assist in secure software development. Measurements of user trust using an established trust model will be done before and after the design change, including collection of quantitative data on user behavior as well as qualitative user data through interviews.

Who are you?

For this Thesis proposal we target students with a strong interest in agentic design and AI-user interaction. Most likely you are studying a Master Program in Computer Science.

OK, I am interested! What do I do now?
You are valuable to us – how nice that you are interested in one of our proposals! There are a few things for you to keep in mind when applying.

• Applications are accepted in both Swedish and English, and you apply via the proposal advert.
• The announced thesis is open only to students affiliated with a Swedish University/College either directly or via an exchange program.
• When the thesis proposal states that it includes two students working together, we would like you to apply in pairs. In these cases, send one application each but make sure to clearly state in your application who your co-applicant is. If you have any questions regarding this, please do not hesitate to contact us.
• Please attach your CV and University/College grade summary.

Who to contact for any questions regarding the position!

Eva Haslum, [email protected]

Type of Employment

Thesis Worker (Fixed Term)

Posting End Date

2026-07-10

Certain roles at Axis require background checks, which means applicable verifications will be done in these recruitments. Notice will be provided before we take any action.

About Axis Communications

We enable a smarter, safer world by creating innovative solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, we offer solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems, enhanced by intelligent analytics applications.

With around 6000 committed employees in over 50 countries, we collaborate with partners worldwide. Together, we thrive in our friendly, open, and collaborative culture and inspire each other to think beyond the expected. United by our commitment to inclusion, diversity, and sustainability, we consistently seek to develop our skills and way of working.

Let´s create a smarter, safer world

For more information about Axis, please visit our website www.axis.com.

Listen to Get To Know Axis – Podcast