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# Reinforcement Learning Engineer - Robotics

- **Company:** XPeng Inc.
- **Location:** Santa Clara, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $174,720.0 - $295,680.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Reinforcement Learning, Pytorch, Deep Learning, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/fac71a4d-f9db-4108-abfd-1bba79936612

## About the Role

* Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field. Open to Entry Level Candidates.
 * Proficiency in Python and strong software design skills.
 * 1-3+ years of experience with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch.
 * Strong understanding of reinforcement learning and imitation learning techniques.
 * Proven experience applying algorithms such as PPO, DQN, SAC, etc., to real-world problems.

Preferred Requirements:

 * Experience with C++ is a plus.
 * Hands-on experience with the control and operation of legged robot hardware is highly preferred.

## Description

* Research, implement, and evaluate deep-learning-based methods for legged locomotion and whole-body control problems in humanoid robots.
 * Develop and refine end-to-end robot motion controllers using reinforcement learning, imitation learning, or other advanced techniques.
 * Design, execute, and analyze experiments to evaluate RL controllers and address sim-to-real challenges.
 * Stay updated and integrate the latest advancements in academic and engineering research for humanoid robotics.


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