Robotics ML Research Engineer: Visual-Language AI

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore is seeking a Research Engineer to design and integrate Visual-Language Models into autonomous mobile robotic platforms. You will work on enabling semantic reasoning and decision-making in robotic systems, collaborate with various teams, and conduct experimental evaluations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, proficiency in Python, and hands-on experience in robotics projects. This position promotes innovative research and practical applications in advanced robotics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related discipline; strong robotics experience from other fields considered.
• Proficiency in Python, experience in ROS/ ROS2 and Linux environments.
• Familiarity with simulation platforms and 3D modelling tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate Visual-Language Models into robotic platforms.
• Interface VLMs with navigation and control systems.
• Build and maintain simulation environments for evaluation.
• Conduct experimental studies using GPU resources.
• Support rapid prototyping of research ideas.

Skills

Python

ROS/ ROS2

Linux-based development

Robotics

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D modelling tools

Robotic simulation platforms

Job description

Nanyang Technological University Singapore is seeking a Research Engineer to design and integrate Visual-Language Models into autonomous mobile robotic platforms. You will work on enabling semantic reasoning and decision-making in robotic systems, collaborate with various teams, and conduct experimental evaluations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, proficiency in Python, and hands-on experience in robotics projects. This position promotes innovative research and practical applications in advanced robotics.