Remote AI Research Engineer - Reinforcement Learning
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20810, USA
Listed on 2026-11-05
Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20810, USA
Listing for:
Placements24
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-11-05
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, AI Engineer (Applied/Software), Data Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client, a globally recognized leader in autonomous systems and artificial intelligence, is seeking a talented Remote AI Research Engineer to focus on Reinforcement Learning (RL). This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and development from anywhere. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and experimenting with advanced RL algorithms to solve complex real-world problems in areas such as robotics, optimization, and game AI.
This role requires a deep theoretical understanding coupled with practical implementation skills to push the boundaries of what's possible with intelligent agents.
- Conduct cutting-edge research in Reinforcement Learning algorithms and techniques.
- Develop, implement, and test novel RL agents and environments using frameworks like Python, Tensor Flow, or PyTorch.
- Design and execute experiments to evaluate the performance and scalability of RL algorithms.
- Collaborate with a globally distributed team of researchers and engineers.
- Publish research findings in top-tier AI conferences and journals.
- Optimize algorithms for efficiency and performance on large-scale simulations or real-world systems.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in RL and related fields like deep learning and optimal control.
- Contribute to the development of open-source RL libraries and tools.
- Analyze experimental results and provide clear, actionable insights.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field.
- Proven research experience in Reinforcement Learning, demonstrated through publications or significant open-source contributions.
- Strong theoretical foundation in RL concepts (e.g., Q-learning, Policy Gradients, Actor-Critic methods, Deep RL).
- Proficiency in Python and deep learning libraries (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch).
- Experience with simulation environments (e.g., OpenAI Gym, Mu Jo Co , PyBullet).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
- Experience with distributed computing and large-scale experimentation is a plus.
- This role offers a highly competitive salary, commensurate with experience and expertise, along with performance-based bonuses.
- Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package, including robust health insurance options, retirement savings plans, and generous paid time off, accessible regardless of your location.
- As a fully remote position, you benefit from ultimate flexibility.
- We foster a culture of continuous learning and provide opportunities for professional development, including conference attendance and access to cutting-edge research resources.
Join a world-class team pushing the frontiers of AI from the comfort of your home.
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