Senior Applied Scientist, Amazon Industrial Robotics Job at Amazon in Seattle

Senior Applied Scientist, Amazon Industrial Robotics Amazon Industrial Robotics is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We are building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting-edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This role presents an opportunity to shape the future of robotics through innovative applications of deep learning and large language models. Key Job Responsibilities Design and implement whole body control methods for balance, locomotion, and dexterous manipulation Utilize state-of-the-art methods in learned and model-based control Create robust and safe behaviors for different terrains and tasks Implement real-time controllers with stability guarantees Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to co‑design hardware and algorithms for loco‑manipulation Mentor junior engineers and scientists Basic Qualifications PhD, or Master’s degree and 4+ years of CS, CE, ML or related field experience Experience with methods for whole‑body control such as hierarchical quadratic programming and model‑predictive control Experience with imitation learning and reinforcement learning for whole‑body control Experience with simulation environments such as IsaacLab, Mujoco, Drake, etc. Experience with developing and deploying code for real‑time controllers Experience in state estimation from multiple sensor modalities Preferred Qualifications Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language Experience working effectively across cross‑functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization PhD in Robotics, with a focus on whole‑body control Experience with low‑level joint torque/impedance control Experience with robotics frameworks for fast prototyping (Matlab, ROS, etc.) Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr