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# Machine Learning Engineer, Robotics & Physical AI

- **Company:** Motion Recruitment Partners LLC.
- **Location:** Burlington, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $175,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Experimental Data, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, OpenCV, Performance Tuning, Tensorflow, Sensor Fusion, Software Construction, Reinforcement Learning, Digital Twin, Real Time Systems, Pytorch, Deep Learning, Model Validation, Git, Linux Development, Information Technology, ONNX (Open Neural Network Exchange) Format, Machine Learning Operations, TensorRT, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** August 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/7fb07084-0b50-4a62-9ecf-bae9f8349a7d

## About the Role

* 4+ years of experience in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, or a related field
 * Strong programming experience in Python
 * Experience developing and deploying machine learning models in production environments
 * Solid understanding of deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
 * Experience working with computer vision, perception systems, sensor fusion, or robotics-related ML applications
 * Familiarity with Linux development environments
 * Strong understanding of data pipelines, model evaluation, experimentation, and performance optimization
 * Experience implementing ML solutions that interact with real-world systems or hardware
 * Knowledge of software engineering best practices including Git, testing, and CI/CD
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Desired Skills & Experience

 * Experience with robotics frameworks such as ROS or ROS 2
 * Hands-on experience with autonomous systems, industrial robotics, drones, or intelligent automation
 * Experience deploying models using ONNX Runtime, TensorRT, or edge AI platforms
 * Knowledge of reinforcement learning, imitation learning, or motion-planning systems
 * Computer vision experience utilizing OpenCV and modern vision architectures
 * Experience with simulation environments such as Isaac Sim, Gazebo, or digital twin platforms
 * Familiarity with embedded systems and real-time applications
 * Startup experience where engineers take ownership of architecture and product decisions

## Description

* Design, train, evaluate, and deploy machine learning models that drive robotic and autonomous systems
 * Develop perception, vision, and decision-making capabilities for next-generation intelligent machines
 * Work alongside robotics and software engineers to integrate AI models into production hardware environments
 * Build data collection, training, evaluation, and monitoring pipelines
 * Optimize models for deployment on edge devices and real-time robotic platforms
 * Develop and improve computer vision systems using cameras, sensors, and multimodal data sources
 * Prototype and validate new machine learning techniques that improve system performance and autonomy
 * Create testing and validation frameworks to ensure reliable model behavior in production environments
 * Analyze system performance and continuously refine models using operational and experimental data
 * Contribute to the technical direction of emerging Physical AI and robotics products


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