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Senior/Staff AI Algorithms Engineer

Dexterity develops full-stack robotics systems for warehouse automation, creating intelligent robots with human-like capabilities for picking, moving, and packing goods.
$170,000 - $225,000
Machine Learning
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
AI · Robotics

Job Description

Dexterity is revolutionizing warehouse automation through advanced robotics technology, creating systems that can pick, move, and pack with human-like capabilities. As a Senior/Staff AI Algorithms Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge machine learning and reinforcement learning solutions for real-world robotics applications.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work on challenging problems at the intersection of artificial intelligence and physical systems. You'll be developing novel algorithms that bridge the gap between theoretical machine learning and practical robotics applications, working with state-of-the-art simulation environments and real robot systems.

Dexterity stands out as one of the fastest-growing companies in robotics, backed by prestigious investors like Kleiner Perkins and Lightspeed Venture Partners. The company has already demonstrated real-world impact, with their systems having picked over 100 million goods in production. The work environment emphasizes passion, trust, and dedication, with a strong focus on customer success.

This position is ideal for someone who combines deep technical expertise with a practical mindset. You'll be working with a multidisciplinary team, translating complex theoretical concepts into reliable, production-ready systems. The role requires both strong mathematical foundations and hands-on coding abilities, particularly in Python and machine learning frameworks.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $170,000 to $225,000 in base salary, with additional benefits that may include equity grants and other incentives. Based in Redwood City, this role offers the opportunity to work on-site with cutting-edge robotics hardware and collaborate directly with a talented team of engineers and researchers.

What makes this role particularly exciting is the chance to work on novel, high-impact problems that demand first-principles thinking. You'll be dealing with real physical systems, facing genuine constraints and receiving immediate feedback on your solutions. The position offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape the future of robotics technology, making it perfect for someone who wants to see their research and development work deployed at scale and making a real difference in the world.

Last updated 18 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior/Staff AI Algorithms Engineer

  • Design and prototype novel algorithms at the intersection of learning, prediction, and planning
  • Apply reinforcement learning, geometric reasoning, or optimization-based methods
  • Translate open-ended problems into clear technical approaches
  • Build and test algorithms across simulation and real-robot environments
  • Collaborate with product leads, software engineers, and roboticists
  • Contribute to internal knowledge, tooling, and experimentation pipelines

Requirements For Senior/Staff AI Algorithms Engineer

Python
  • PhD or equivalent experience in machine learning, robotics, optimization, applied math, or related field
  • Strong mathematical foundation in probability, statistics, optimization, reinforcement learning
  • Ability to turn theoretical insights into practical code using Python and PyTorch
  • Curiosity, initiative, and bias toward building and debugging in real systems
  • Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate across engineering and research boundaries