www.offworld.ai

Machine Learning and Robotics Research Engineer

Based in Pasadena, CA

OffWorld is a robotics startup working on developing a mobile robotic workforce for heavy industrial jobs on Earth, Moon, asteroids& Mars. OffWorld was founded by an experienced engineering team drawing on decades of tackling formidable engineering challenges at NASA, ESA, NOAA, Maxar Technologies, CERN, Reaction Engines, SAFRAN, Surrey Satellites and Cisco. OffWorld’s first challenge is developing and maturing a modular robotic system for extreme environments on Earth. Our robots will go deeper underground and farthest on Earth than humans can, eliminate the need for humans to work in life-threatening environments in mining, construction, tunneling and other dangerous industries, and dramatically reduce the environmental footprint and cost of operations in key economies on Earth and beyond.

We have designed a modular robotic architecture that focuses on maximizing the commonality and reusability across components for fast deployment and optimization. Our robotic systems combine sensor information, cutting edge classical/machine learning (ML) algorithms and a robotics real-time system platform for control, decision making and execution.

For more details on our AI approach and philosophy please seehttps://offworld.ai/ai.

The Machine Learning and Robotics Research Engineer will have the opportunity to conduct research and development for our internal application of ML and/or RL to physical robotic platforms and develop end-to-end solutions to problems in the domain of multi-robot systems (MRS). The qualified candidate will have a solid understanding of classical AI techniques in task planning, scheduling, behavior, path planning and will also be familiar with the modern techniques that are a result of the advances in the field of ML/RL. Most of these tasks will involve working with real physical robots, so experience and willingness to work with hardware and electronics is a plus.

To hit the ground running, you need:

MSc or higher in computer science/computer engineering/or similar engineering fields
Theoretical base and practical experience with modern RL algorithms
Understanding of MRS in general and experience with implementing multi-agent reinforcement learning (MARL) algorithms
Theoretical and practical experience in Deep Learning (DL) and a good understanding of classical AI/ML concepts on planning, decision-making, and behaviors for autonomous agents.
Good Python programming skills, experience with DL frameworks such as TensorFlow / PyTorch, Keras
Familiarity with (or ability to quickly learn) ROS. ROS 2 and Gazebo
Nothing-is-impossible attitude
Experience working on Python, C++

In a nutshell, we offer the:

Opportunity to sink your teeth into cutting edge industrial robotics problems
Opportunity to contribute to the mission of transforming how we mine on Earth today and how we will one day mine on the Moon, asteroids& Mars
Opportunity to work with a kind, brilliant and supportive team
Opportunityto join theOffWorldteam if
- You are as crazy-excited about the mission as we are
- You’ve demonstrated you are The Right Stuff

Expected Compensation:

$120,000 - $160,000/annual salary + stock awards + benefits

Our benefits package includes the following:

Robust medical plan offerings with 0 to limited paycheck deductions
Dental and vision insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401K Match

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

OffWorld is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

OffWorld is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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