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Research Scientist - Reinforcement Learning, Robotics

Sunnyvale💼 Full-time💰 $126,000–$126,000🗓 2024-09-17 → 2026-09-26

Core

Conduct research on reinforcement learning (RL) and VLA post-training for robotics and autonomous systems, focusing on dexterous manipulation and large-scale closed-loop RL.

Role type

Research Scientist (Reinforcement Learning, Robotics)

Builds

Algorithms deployed into autonomy and robotics products including self-driving cars, mining/construction machines, and humanoid robots.

Domain

Physical AI, Autonomous Driving, Robotics

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Reinforcement learning, VLA post-training, Computer vision, Robotics systems, Distributed machine learning training, Python, PyTorch

Preferred skills

Large-scale closed-loop RL in robotic simulation, Large-scale RL training infrastructure

Responsibilities

Conduct research on RL topics including large-scale closed-loop RL and VLA post-training; Collaborate with engineering teams to test and deploy algorithms to products; Work on research publications for top-tier conferences.

Seniority

Individual Contributor (Open to all years of experience, potential Tech Lead/Manager capacity)

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