AI Research Engineer III

Agility Robotics

. Develop and test cutting-edge imitation learning and reinforcement learning methods on humanoid robots .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $166,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and deploying imitation learning and reinforcement learning methods for humanoid robots, with strong programming skills in Python and proficiency in deep learning frameworks like PyTorch. Capable of designing robust policies for locomotion and manipulation while collaborating effectively in a fast-paced environment.

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Imitation Learning DevelopmentReinforcement Learning MethodsPython ProgrammingDeep Learning FrameworksRobotics Software Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Imitation LearningReinforcement LearningPythonDeep LearningPolicy DesignSimulation Environment DesignTraining Pipeline DevelopmentRobotics Data CollectionManipulation Tasks TestingEvaluation Frameworks

Soft Skills

Collaborative WorkFast-Paced Environment AdaptabilityHigh-Quality Software Delivery

Tools & Technologies

PyTorchDiffusionPolicy

Certifications & Qualifications

MS in RoboticsMS in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Humanoid RobotsLearning-From-DemonstrationRobotics EngineeringControl PoliciesDynamic Environmental Interactions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonPyTorch

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and test cutting-edge imitation learning and reinforcement learning methods on humanoid robots
Design, train, and deploy robust policies for locomotion, manipulation, and dynamic environmental interactions
Develop core reinforcement learning infrastructure, including scalable training pipelines and evaluation frameworks
Design and implement simulation environments and tasks for training and deployment of control policies
Develop, design, and test imitation learning methods
Collaborate with Robotics Software and AI engineering teams to transfer policies into production
Run experiments on humanoid robots and research methods for real-world task performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience developing and deploying learning-from-demonstration
Strong programming skills in Python
Proficiency with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch
Experience with modern learning-from-demonstration tools such as DiffusionPolicy
Experience with robot data collection, training, and testing on hardware for manipulation tasks
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment to deliver safe, high-quality software
MS in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field
Current authorization to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) Plan with a 6% company match
Company stock options
100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees
Benefits eligible on the first day of employment
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, for exempt employees
10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually, for non-exempt employees
Catered lunches four times a week and healthy snacks and refreshments at Salem and Pittsburgh locations
Generous paid parental leave programs
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs
Relocation assistance for eligible roles
Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles