Platform Robotics Engineer, Large Behavior Models

Toyota Research Institute (TRI) is pioneering the development of general-purpose robots through large-scale embodied AI. The role focuses on making robots that can reliably operate in unstructured environments like homes, helping with household chores, cooking, and elderly care. The team combines expertise in simulation, perception, controls, language, vision, and multimodal learning to revolutionize robotic manipulation.

As a Platform Robotics Engineer, you'll be working with a world-class team operating a fleet of robots, developing and deploying robotic systems that can perform a wide variety of tasks with minimal human supervision. The position involves both hardware and software development, requiring expertise in Python, C++, and various robotics technologies.

The role offers competitive compensation ($144,000-$216,000/year) plus benefits including 401(k), paid time off, and annual bonuses. TRI values diversity and inclusion, fostering an innovative and collaborative environment. The company is working on fundamental technological advancement in robotics, making this an opportunity to be at the forefront of developing next-generation robotic systems.

You'll be contributing to groundbreaking research in robot foundation models, working with large datasets of physical interaction, and helping train large generative foundation models. The position combines practical engineering with cutting-edge AI research, making it ideal for someone passionate about advancing the field of robotics.