Robotics Research Scientist – Multisensory Manipulation

NVIDIA Gruppe; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 265,000; Full time

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Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA Seattle Robotics Lab in Seattle seeks a research scientist to push the boundaries of robotics and AI, crafting algorithms, publishing results, and guiding product-ready technologies. You will collaborate across teams to translate findings from lab to silicon and software.

The role demands a PhD in robotics, ML, CS, EE, or related fields, a strong publication record, and expert Python, PyTorch/JAX, ROS/ROS2, and simulation tool experience. Equity and benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• PhD in Robotics, ML, CS, EE, ME, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• A strong publication track record in top robotics/AI venues.
• Exceptional programming in Python with PyTorch or JAX; experience with ROS/ROS2.
• Familiarity with robotics simulators such as Isaac Sim or MuJoCo.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms, models, and methods for robotic manipulation and loco-manipulation for both industrial and household applications.
• Integrate methods into real-world robotic manipulation systems including collaborative arms, industrial arms, mobile manipulators, humanoids, and dexterous hands.
• Contribute to multi-person research projects across robotics and machine learning stacks.
• Engage with the academic community through high-impact publications, conferences, workshops, and code releases.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineering teams to transfer research into NVIDIA products with real-world impact.
• Mentor interns joining NVIDIA during their PhD programs.

Skills

Python programming

PyTorch or JAX

ROS / ROS2

C++ / CUDA

Physics simulation (Isaac Sim / MuJoCo

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Research publications track record

Education

PhD in Robotics, ML, CS, EE, ME, or related field

Tools

Isaac Sim

MuJoCo

Job description

NVIDIA Seattle Robotics Lab in Seattle seeks a research scientist to push the boundaries of robotics and AI, crafting algorithms, publishing results, and guiding product-ready technologies. You will collaborate across teams to translate findings from lab to silicon and software.

The role demands a PhD in robotics, ML, CS, EE, or related fields, a strong publication record, and expert Python, PyTorch/JAX, ROS/ROS2, and simulation tool experience. Equity and benefits accompany this role.