Applied Scientist II – Robotics & AI for Advanced Automation

Amazon Inc.; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Restricted stock units (RSUs)

Job summary

Amazon is seeking exceptional talent to develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems at scale. You will work on robotics that combine AI, control systems, and mechanical design to create adaptable automation capable of working safely with humans in dynamic environments.

This role focuses on bridging theory and practical implementation in robotics, with collaboration across world-class teams. The base salary range for this position is listed as USA, MA, Reading, with comprehensive

Qualifications

• Experience in robotics research and development across CV/ML/Optimization/Manipulation/Perception/Planning/Controls.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research bridging theory and practical implementation in robotics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance dexterous manipulation, locomotion and human-robot interaction.
• Develop and evaluate learning-based approaches for robotic systems and autonomous navigation.

Skills

Java, C++, Python

Education

PhD or MS with 2+ robotics experience

Tools

MATLAB

ROS

Job description

Amazon is seeking exceptional talent to develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems at scale. You will work on robotics that combine AI, control systems, and mechanical design to create adaptable automation capable of working safely with humans in dynamic environments.

This role focuses on bridging theory and practical implementation in robotics, with collaboration across world-class teams. The base salary range for this position is listed as USA, MA, Reading, with comprehensive