ML Research Engineer

Senior ML Research Engineer – Robotic Manipulation Hybrid – London 3x a week Robotics The role involves leading AI/ML research initiatives in manipulation, setting priorities, and guiding junior researchers. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate research into practical solutions, staying updated on AI/ML advancements, and driving intellectual property generation. Additionally, the role includes representing the company in academic and industry forums and contributing to grant proposals to secure research funding. Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent experience in computer science, AI/ML, or robotics, with expertise in manipulation tasks. Key skills include strong theoretical and practical knowledge of reinforcement learning, motion planning, and perception, along with proficiency in Python, C++, or MATLAB. You should have experience conducting independent research, publishing in top AI conferences, and solving complex research problems. Strong communication skills, creativity, and a passion for advancing AI/ML in robotics are essential, with knowledge of VLA networks, LLMs, and Open-Knowledge Models being a huge plus.