Research Scientist, Atlas Behavior Learning

Boston Dynamics

Reinforcement learning policy training
Behavioral cloning implementation
Python and pytorch proficiency
This role focuses on creating groundbreaking mobile manipulation behaviors for humanoids using reinforcement learning and behavioral cloning

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on creating groundbreaking mobile manipulation behaviors for humanoids using reinforcement learning and behavioral cloning.
  • Candidates will have direct access to cutting-edge robots like Atlas to deploy and debug learned policies in real-world environments.
  • The team is mission-driven and collaborative, offering the chance to define what is possible in real-world robotics.

Matching Summary

This role focuses on creating groundbreaking mobile manipulation behaviors for humanoids using reinforcement learning and behavioral cloning.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Reinforcement learning policy training
  • Behavioral cloning implementation
  • Python and PyTorch proficiency
  • Sim-to-real domain randomization
  • Real-world robot deployment experience

Nice-to-have

  • Diffusion policy training from images
  • Student-teacher training workflows
  • Publications at top tier venues
  • Jax framework familiarity
  • Mobile bimanual manipulation expertise

Key Requirements

  • MS with 3 years industry experience or PhD
  • Extensive RL policy deployment experience
  • Strong foundation in Python and ML frameworks

Work Rights

Not specified

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