Applied Scientist • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in applied science, particularly in robotics, with a focus on areas such as perception, manipulation, and reinforcement learning. Your experience includes designing novel algorithms that bridge the gap between research and real-world deployment, ensuring that solutions are robust and effective in dynamic environments. You thrive in collaborative settings, working closely with software engineers and scientists to bring innovative ideas to fruition. You enjoy tackling complex problems using first principles and have a holistic view of systems, which allows you to anticipate challenges in consumer-grade robotics. Your technical expertise is complemented by your ability to lead and guide teams towards promising directions in robotics research.

Desirable

Experience with sim2real transfer and multi-task learning is a plus, as is familiarity with consumer-grade sensors and actuators. You are someone who enjoys thinking outside the box and coming up with innovative solutions to overcome the limitations of current technologies. Your leadership skills enable you to drive technical initiatives and inspire your team to achieve excellence in their work.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead technical initiatives within the Personal Robotics Group, focusing on foundational models in robotics and reinforcement learning. You will design and conduct experiments to identify limitations in current methodologies and develop strategies to address these challenges. Your responsibilities will include integrating hands-on technical expertise with scientific leadership, ensuring that your team delivers high-quality solutions that can be deployed in real-world environments. You will stay updated with the latest advancements in robotics research and leverage your expertise to guide your team effectively. Collaborating with a talented group of engineers and scientists, you will work on projects that push the boundaries of what is possible in personal robotics, ultimately contributing to the robotics revolution that is set to transform our homes.

What we offer

Amazon offers a competitive salary range of $192,200.00 - $260,000.00 USD annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) matching program. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds in our teams.