Hiring: ML/AI Engineer Company: Ludo Robotics Location: San Francisco, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:15:23 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : C++, Deep Learning, LLM, Machine Learning, Python, Reinforcement Learning About the job Required Skills: •The ML & AI Researcher role at Ludo Robotics is a full-time position for exceptional researchers who want to go beyond the boundaries of traditional academic research and translate frontier ideas into physical systems deployed in the real world. •We welcome applicants whose work spans AI / ML, human-robot interaction, perception, manipulation, navigation, or any adjacent area where ambitious research can move the needle. •Design and lead an independent research agenda within the scope of the role, in collaboration with Ludo's research team. •Conduct experiments, user studies, and field deployments to evaluate hypotheses on real hardware. •Develop theoretical frameworks and translate them into prototype robot behaviors that bridge research with real-world system implementation. •Synthesize findings from academic literature across HRI, HCI, social robotics, cognitive science, robot learning, and AI to inform research direction. •Integrate developed models and algorithms into robot control pipelines and evaluate their real-world performance. •Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, designers, and product teams to translate research insights into deployable systems. Qualifications: •Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with focus on Deep Learning or Machine Learning — or equivalent industry experience. •Solid understanding of machine learning fundamentals and modern deep learning techniques, with hands-on experience with ML frameworks. •Strong programming skills, primarily in Python, with experience or willingness to work in C++-based robotics environments. •Comfort working on open-ended, ambiguous problems where requirements and solutions evolve and curiosity and readiness to tackle new technical challenges that may not have established best practices. •Operational familiarity with robotics concepts such as perception, control, state estimation, or simulation a plus. •Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to reason about complex systems. •Demonstrated capacity to collaborate effectively in fast-paced, research-driven environments. •Clear communication skills and a strong sense of ownership over outcomes. •LUDO ROBOTICS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Compensation: •$98,000 - $305,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •This position is also eligible for equity compensation and a comprehensive benefits package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!