Robot Learning Research Engineer – f/m/x

Rosendahl Nextrom GmbH

Robot Learning Research Engineer developing adaptive industrial robots. Engage in designing and implementing novel machine learning algorithms in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timePischelsdorf in der Steiermark • 🇦🇹 AustriaMid-LevelSenior💰 €65,000 - €90,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonPyTorchTensorflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and evaluate novel machine learning algorithms for humanoid and industrial robots
Work at the intersection of computer vision, reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and control systems
Develop and apply Vision Language Action (VLA) models, multimodal transformers, and large foundation models
Research and implement state-of-the-art robot learning methods, including reinforcement learning (RL), imitation learning, policy optimization, and sim-to-real transfer
Build scalable pipelines for robot data collection, sim-to-real transfer, and continual learning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field
Practical experience with real-time robotic controllers and hands-on work with robotic hardware
Hands-on experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX
Experience with robotic platforms and simulators (MuJoCo, Isaac Sim, PyBullet, etc.)
Familiarity with ROS/ROS 2 and proficiency in Python and C++
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and collaborative skills
A valid work permit for Austria is required
Relocation to Austria (Graz - Pischelsdorf Area)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Startup-like environment within a well-established global engineering company
Opportunity to push the boundaries of robot learning research with real-world industrial impact
Access to state-of-the-art humanoid robotic platforms and scalable high-performance computing resources
Collaborative, interdisciplinary, and international environment
Competitive salary, benefits, and relocation support
Hybrid work possibilities
Opportunity to work on a greenfield project with high visibility and executive support
Collaborative and innovation-driven environment, backed by Rosendahl Nextrom’s global reach
Access to internal and external training, conferences, and technical mentorship

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Hard Skills & Tools

machine learning algorithmscomputer visionreinforcement learningimitation learningcontrol systemsVision Language Action modelsmultimodal transformerslarge foundation modelsrobot learning methodspolicy optimization

Soft Skills

problem-solvinganalytical skillscollaborative skills