Research Engineer – Multi-modal AI systems

Robert Bosch Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Engineer to join their innovative team in Pittsburgh. This role focuses on developing intelligent multi-modal AI systems, integrating deep learning with signal processing. You will enhance software workflows, conduct large-scale AI experiments, and optimize models for various applications. Collaborating with internal teams and industry partners, you will push the boundaries of AI technology. If you're passionate about advancing AI and making a significant impact in the field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry experience in multimodal sensor fusion.
• Proficiency in Python, PyTorch, and Git.
• Experience with high-performance computing systems.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the research team's software workflow and standards.
• Conduct large-scale AI experiments and validate prototypes.
• Optimize models and deploy AI models for proof-of-concept.

Skills

Python

PyTorch

Git

Docker

CI/CD workflows

Azure cloud MLOps

High-performance computing

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

MS degree or higher

Tools

Docker

Git

Kubernetes

Slurm

LSF

MLFlow

VSCode

PyCharm

Job description

Research Engineer – Multi-modal AI systems

• Full-time

The Bosch Research and Technology Center North America, with offices in Sunnyvale, California; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Cambridge, Massachusetts, is part of the global Bosch Group (www.bosch.com), a company with over 90 billion euros in revenue, 400,000 employees worldwide, a diverse product portfolio, and a history spanning over 125 years. The center provides technologies and system solutions across various Bosch business fields, including artificial intelligence (such as human-assisted AI, natural language processing, robotics, 3D perception, and AI platform), energy technologies, internet technologies, circuit design, semiconductors, wireless communication, and advanced MEMS design.

The Pittsburgh-based Bosch Research and Technology Center focuses on developing cutting-edge AI and sensing technologies that will influence the future of Bosch products. This role involves designing and developing intelligent multi-modal sensing at the intersection of deep learning and signal processing, with applications from physical security to connected vehicles.

Originating from Bosch AI research in Pittsburgh, our team pushes the boundaries of signal sensing and multimodal models through key innovations to solve complex industry problems. We collaborate with internal Bosch units to transfer solutions into products and work with academia and industry partners to publish research findings in top conferences and journals.

In this role, you are expected to:

• Enhance the research team's software workflow, acting as an engineering multiplier.
• Establish and uphold software engineering and documentation standards, coordinate code reviews, and manage codebase maintenance.
• Conduct large-scale AI experiments, assisting researchers in validating ideas and prototypes using various datasets.
• Maintain and support software tools delivered to other units, troubleshoot bugs, and propose future enhancements based on business needs.
• Optimize models and data pipelines, and deploy AI models for proof-of-concept studies.

Basic Qualifications

• MS degree or higher with 3+ years of industry experience in multimodal sensor fusion.
• Proficiency in Python, PyTorch (including torchaudio, torchvision, torchmetrics), PyTorch Lightning, dependency management (Poetry), Git, CI/CD workflows, Docker, Azure cloud MLOps, IDEs (VSCode or PyCharm), and experiment tracking (MLFlow).
• Experience with high-performance computing systems and job schedulers (Slurm, LSF).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial research and productization.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration.
• Hands-on experience in product development in relevant areas for consumer and enterprise markets.

*Bosch complies with all applicable laws regarding drug testing. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug screen and background check. Candidates must pass both screenings before starting.