AI Engineer - Automation/Robotics 3

Skill; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Skill is seeking an AI Engineer to lead development of intelligent robotic systems, advancing embodied AI and autonomous platforms. You will design, train, and deploy models that operate in simulation and on hardware, shaping the next generation of robotic learning and perception.

The role emphasizes building robust pipelines, integrating control and perception stacks, and contributing to fast deployment of new algorithms in real-world and simulated environments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS/CE or related field.
• 5–7 years of related experience.
• Strong CS foundations: data structures, algorithms, software design.
• Experience with simulation environments or robotic hardware.
• Experience with troubleshooting and unit testing in production systems.
• Proficient in programming; strong problem diagnosis and resolution.
• Experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.

Responsibilities

• Fine-tune and improve a variety of software projects.
• Architect, design, and implement robust test automation infrastructure.
• Develop training and evaluation pipelines on a leading ML platform.
• Analyze and refine training datasets for robotic and AI applications.
• Develop tools for fast deployment of novel algorithms in simulation and on hardware.
• Integrate robotic control and perception stacks with simulation frameworks.

Skills

Programming

Data structures

Software design

Debugging

ML frameworks

Problem solving

Robotics

Simulation

Unit testing

Algorithms

Education

Master's degree

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

Join a globally recognized technology leader that is at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of digital experiences and intelligent systems. Partnering with Aquent, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects that impact millions worldwide.

About the Role

Are you a visionary AI Engineer passionate about bringing intelligent machines to life? This is your chance to make a profound impact on the cutting edge of robotics and artificial intelligence. You will be instrumental in developing and deploying advanced AI models that drive the next generation of autonomous systems, transforming how we interact with technology and the physical world. Your work will directly advance the state of the art in robotic learning and foundation models, specifically supporting pioneering research in Embodied AI and Robotics.

Key Responsibilities

• Fine-tune and improve a variety of sophisticated software implementation projects.
• Architect, design, and implement robust test automation infrastructure.
• Develop training and evaluation pipelines using a leading machine learning platform.
• Analyze and refine training datasets for robotic and AI applications.
• Develop tools to provide fast deployment of novel algorithms in simulation and on hardware.
• Integrate robotic control and perception stacks with simulation frameworks.

Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5-7 years of related experience.
• A solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design.
• Experience with using simulation environments or robotic hardware.
• Experience performing in-depth troubleshooting and unit testing with both new and legacy production systems.
• Proven experience in programming, coupled with expertise in problem diagnosis and resolution.
• Background in machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• PHD level work or studies in a robotics lab.

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