Staff Research Scientist
Core
Advancing the frontier of machine learning to solve challenging problems in autonomous driving by designing state-of-the-art algorithms.
Role type
Staff Research Scientist (AI/ML)
Builds
Advanced AI/ML techniques (foundation models, VLAs, diffusion, image/video generation, self-supervised learning, IL, RL) for autonomous vehicles.
Domain
Autonomous driving / AI Research
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Modern ML architectures (transformers, generative AI, multimodal systems), Python programming, Ph.D. in ML/Robotics/CS/EE, 5+ years AI/ML research experience
Preferred skills
Demonstrated research impact in top conferences, AV/ADAS experience
Technologies
Foundation models, VLAs, diffusion, image/video generation, self-supervised learning, IL, RL
Responsibilities
Research, design, and prototype advanced ML approaches; Influence technical roadmaps and strategic ML priorities; Provide technical mentorship and vision; Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering groups; Represent GM externally through publications, patents, and conferences
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with mentorship and strategy
