Base Salary
$166k - $266k/yr
Responsibilities
- Lead research, design, and development of control architectures for humanoid and multi-agent robotic systems integrating vision, force, touch, and learning-based approaches
- Develop advanced algorithms for dynamic control, manipulation, and interaction with deformable objects
- Design and prototype real-time control systems, simulation pipelines, and model-based controllers
- Use robotics simulation and training environments for robot learning, system modeling, and validation
- Collaborate on reinforcement learning and imitation learning pipelines for dexterous manipulation and whole-body coordination
- Apply control theory and modeling tools for system identification, control design, and validation
- Contribute to distributed robotic system architecture and communication frameworks for heterogeneous robot fleets
- Publish research results in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
- Mentor junior engineers and research assistants and review their designs and experiments
- Bridge AI, mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines to ensure reliable integrated system performance
Requirements
- MS or PhD in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with 8+ years of experience in robotics R&D or advanced control systems
- Deep expertise in robot dynamics, control, and motion planning, including model predictive control, impedance/admittance control, or whole-body control
- Experience with reinforcement learning, simulation-to-reality transfer, or learning-based control
- Strong software background in C/C++, Python, and ROS/ROS2, including real-time control and embedded systems
- Proficiency with robotics simulation tools such as Isaac Sim, Gazebo, and Mujoco, and learning platforms such as Isaac Lab and Gym
- Experience using MATLAB/Simulink for system modeling, control design, and signal processing
- Familiarity with Kalman and particle filters, SLAM frameworks, and sensor fusion for localization and perception
- Working knowledge of image processing, digital filter design, and signal processing
- Familiarity with force-torque sensing, IMUs, RGB-D, or LiDAR fusion
- Track record of delivering complex robotic systems from concept to prototype through cross-functional hardware and software integration
- Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence teams and articulate technical vision
- Publication record or patents in robotics, perception, or control preferred
- Experience with humanoid robotics, wearable or exoskeleton systems, distributed control, heterogeneous robot fleets, or open-source robotics and AI projects preferred
Benefits
- 401(k) and new-hire and annual equity grants
- Medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance
- Parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and employee discounts
- 10% off pet insurance and 20% off Chewy.com
- Unlimited PTO for exempt salary team members, subject to manager approval
- Six paid holidays per year and potential paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable regulations
- Position based in Woburn, Massachusetts
About Chewy
At Chewy, our mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. We view pets and pet parents as family and are obsessed with meeting their needs and exceeding customer expectations through every interaction. Behind the scenes, our talented teams are made up of innovators, delighters, big-thinkers and of course, passionate pet people—creating a place where you'll be empowered to build, grow and unleash your fullest potential. We don’t just stand by our company mission—we’re obsessed with it. We seek to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. And we’re constantly finding new ways to do just that. At Chewy, we understand pet parenthood is full of joyful highs and anxious lows. That’s why we’re here, standing alongside pet parents, providing everything their pets need for a happy, healthy life. We’re a leading online source for pet products, supplies, and prescriptions. We offer a broad selection of high-quality products and services at competitive prices with an exceptional level of customer care and a personal touch. Since launching in 2011, we’ve combined the personalized service of your neighborhood pet store with the convenience and speed of e-commerce. We pride ourselves on being the only brand available 24/7/365 to support pet parents throughout their journey. We have a rich history of being recognized for our deep care and personalization while going above and beyond for our customers and their pets. We view pets and their people as more than just customers and look forward to meeting their needs and exceeding expectations through every interaction. With Chewy, no one pet-parents alone.