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Senior Research Scientist

Sunnyvale, California, United States of AmericaFull-time$171k2026-11-06 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid · United States

Core

Design state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms and prototype advanced AI/ML techniques to solve challenging problems in autonomous driving.

Role type

Senior Research Scientist (Autonomous Driving AI/ML)

Builds

Advanced AI/ML techniques (foundation models, VLAs, diffusion, self-supervised learning, IL, RL) for autonomous vehicles

Domain

Automotive / Autonomous Driving / Machine Learning

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Ph.D. in ML/Robotics/CS/EE, 2+ years AI/ML research experience, modern ML architectures (transformers, generative AI, multimodal), Python programming

Preferred skills

Research impact in top conferences, AV/ADAS experience

Technologies

Python, transformers, generative AI, multimodal systems, foundation models, VLAs, diffusion models, self-supervised learning, imitation learning, reinforcement learning

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 and patents

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship