Research Scientist, Robotics Studio
Job in
Redmond, King County, Washington, 98052, USA
Listing for:
Meta
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Robotics, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 USD Yearly
USD
125000.00
150000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Research Scientist, Meta Robotics Studio
Summary
At Meta Robotics Studio, we’re building the future of human connection and the technology that enables it. This means continuously inventing and developing technologies for the next generation of experiences. To continue our efforts in the path to AGI, and as we move closer to a future with intelligent robots and advanced AI models, we’re hiring talent across a broad range of disciplines from robotics hardware to system software, machine perception, and artificial intelligence.
These crucial projects and initiatives taken on by this team have never been done before, so you have a rare opportunity to help us create new ways people connect around the world. Meta Robotics Studios is seeking a Research Scientist who will do research & applied research to help lead concept innovation, design, development, and prototyping of novel robotics design and development, including electro-mechanical design and/or perception to control problems, as well as complex robotics that balance ergonomics, performance, reliability, and usability while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.
This role will be part of a cross-collaborative team responsible for initial concept development, analytical modeling, prototype design, construction, and testing; and it may involve research into Electromechanics Sensor Communication, and/or Planning & Control.
Responsibilities
Conduct research advancing novel robotics design and development, including new components and/or processes that guide toward production-ready systemsDrive the Robotics roadmap, exploring forward-looking ways to accelerate novel robotic architecturesDesign and develop mechanical and electrical design and analysis problems for robotics structure, new sensors, mechanisms, power transmissions, communication hardware/firmware and systems integration while balancing ergonomics, performance, reliabilityResearch and design planning and control algorithms for executing actions to motors integrating sensors and actuations, frequently interacting with the Large Model (VLM/VLA) AI team and Mechatronics teamPerform experiments of real and simulation robotic systems and debug the supporting parts manufacture, working with internal and external partners to support part fabrication and complex custom sub assemblyAssembly of robot: hands‑on partnership in the lab integrating research with construction of sub-assemblies into full system-level robot prototypesFailure analysis: build subsystem test fixtures, design tests, create test plans, perform tests, measure and analyze data, and refine design assumptionsDevelop novel mechanical contact sensors and research to understand the mechanics of materialsDevelop novel non‑contact sensors and research to understand the underlying physics behind the sensorsDevelop communication hardware and firmware softwareResearch and develop characterization/training sensors and calibrationResearch and design feedback controllers around the sensors and actuatorsResearch and develop a planning algorithm that involves perception and collision avoidanceResearch and design feedback controllers around the sensorsCollaboration:
work closely with a cross‑functional team of scientists & engineers to deliver technical solutions to novel problems, communicating and collaborating across disciplinesMinimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experiencePhD degree or equivalent experience in Robotics, Physical AI, or a similar field5+ years experience in Robotics, Electro‑Mechanical Design, Sensor & Communications, or a similar fieldExperience designing complex electromechanical assemblies (robotics, automotive, aerospace, industrial automation or a similar domain)Experience with Robotics and consumer electronic product designExperience with more than one of the following: motor design and control, digital control theory, optimization algorithms, feedback control algorithms, chip‑level sensor design, gear‑ratio optimization, dynamic system machine learningExperience with organizational and analytical skills, driving technical strategy and…
Position Requirements
5+ Years
work experience
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