Senior ML Engineer - Robotics Perception & Manipulation

Boston Dynamics; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Annual bonus structure

Job summary

Boston Dynamics is seeking an experienced ML Engineer to join the Stretch Grasping Intelligence team in Waltham, Massachusetts. In this role, you will help develop advanced AI algorithms aimed at solving real-world challenges in mobile perception and manipulation, working closely with software, controls, and hardware teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in robotics and deep learning, with responsibilities including building datasets and integrating modern techniques into Stretch’s software systems. A generous benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience building robotic algorithms, including training and deploying AI policies.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in C++ and Python codebases.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel AI algorithms to solve mobile perception and manipulation problems.
• Collaborate closely with software, controls, and hardware teams.
• Build solutions for delivering to customers.

Skills

Deep learning methods for robotics

Reinforcement Learning

VLA models

Behavior cloning

Python

Modern ML frameworks (e.g. PyTorch, Jax)

C++

Analytical skills

Education

MS or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Robotics, or related field

Tools

Simulation tools (MuJoCo, Gazebo)

Job description

Boston Dynamics is seeking an experienced ML Engineer to join the Stretch Grasping Intelligence team in Waltham, Massachusetts. In this role, you will help develop advanced AI algorithms aimed at solving real-world challenges in mobile perception and manipulation, working closely with software, controls, and hardware teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in robotics and deep learning, with responsibilities including building datasets and integrating modern techniques into Stretch’s software systems. A generous benefits package is offered.