Senior Robot Learning Engineer Careers at Analog Devices in Boston, Massachusetts
Imagine pioneering the future of dexterous robotics at Analog Devices in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. As a global leader in semiconductor innovation, Analog Devices bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. For over 55 years, we've transformed industries from autonomous vehicles and smart factories to augmented reality and remote healthcare. Now, our Dexterous AI Group seeks exceptional Senior Robot Learning Engineers to develop core AI technologies that push robotic capabilities beyond traditional limits.
In Boston's thriving tech ecosystem, you'll collaborate with the brightest minds to create learning algorithms that deliver generality and dexterity. This isn't just engineering—it's about inventing technologies that make robots think, adapt, and manipulate with human-like precision. From simulation sandboxes to real-world deployment, your work will shape Analog Devices' leadership in AI robotics.
With $9+ billion in FY24 revenue and 24,000 global employees, Analog Devices offers unmatched resources for innovation. Join us to stay Ahead of What's Possible™ while enjoying Boston's world-class innovation hub status.
A Day in the Life of a Senior Robot Learning Engineer in Boston
Your morning begins in Analog Devices' state-of-the-art Boston facility, surrounded by cutting-edge robotics labs. Over coffee from our on-site café, you review overnight simulation results from your latest reinforcement learning experiments. By 9:30 AM, you're diving into PyTorch code, fine-tuning a dexterous manipulation model trained on multi-modal datasets.
Mid-morning brings a cross-functional standup with mechanical engineers, where you discuss sim-to-real transfer challenges for the latest robotic arm prototype. Lunch at Fan Pier offers harbor views while you brainstorm imitation learning approaches with colleagues. Afternoon hours split between developing evaluation frameworks and curating real-world manipulation data from our robotic testbeds.
As the day progresses, you might deploy an updated MPC controller to physical hardware, watching your algorithms enable fluid object grasping. Late afternoon research syncs keep you connected to NeurIPS papers and CoRL breakthroughs. Before heading out, you push code to our shared repository, setting up overnight sim2real training runs. This rhythm of research, implementation, and iteration defines life at the cutting edge of robot learning.
Why Boston, Massachusetts for Your Robotics Career?
Boston stands as America's premier robotics and AI hub, perfectly complementing Analog Devices' innovation mission. Home to MIT, Harvard, and the birthplace of modern robotics, the city pulses with intellectual energy. Our Boston location places you minutes from Kendall Square—the world's densest concentration of biotech and AI startups.
The region's 100+ robotics companies create unparalleled collaboration opportunities. Attend iRobot demos in Bedford, visit Boston Dynamics in Waltham, or network at MassRobotics events. MIT's CSAIL and Harvard's Wyss Institute offer constant seminar streams and potential academic partnerships.
Beyond professional advantages, Boston delivers lifestyle excellence. Walk to work from historic neighborhoods like Back Bay or the Seaport. Enjoy world-class museums, professional sports teams, and four distinct seasons. Cambridge's innovation corridor buzzes with coffee shops hosting impromptu deep learning discussions. With Logan International Airport nearby, your 10% travel requirement connects easily to global robotics conferences.
Massachusetts' tech talent pool ensures you'll work alongside PhDs from top programs. The state's innovation economy—fueled by $5B+ annual VC investment—creates endless growth pathways. Choosing Boston means investing in your robotics career at ground zero for the field.
Career Growth Opportunities
Analog Devices invests heavily in technical leadership development. As Senior Robot Learning Engineer, you'll access our world-class learning platform with courses from reinforcement learning foundations to advanced sim2real techniques. Mentorship from DAG principals accelerates your trajectory toward staff engineer roles.
Our promotion paths reward impact: from Senior to Staff to Principal Engineer, then Technical Lead and Director tracks. Publish your breakthroughs at RSS, ICRA, and NeurIPS—we support conference attendance and provide publication coaching. Lead cross-functional projects integrating your algorithms with ADI's sensor technologies.
Boston's ecosystem amplifies growth. Network with peers at Robotics: Science & Systems, collaborate on DARPA challenges, and contribute to open-source robotics frameworks. Analog Devices' scale provides exposure to production robotics at global factories, drones, and autonomous systems. Your career becomes a launchpad for robotics leadership.
Rewards and Compensation Excellence
Earn $144,000–$198,000 base salary plus performance bonus in this high-impact role. Our total rewards package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. The 401(k) match accelerates wealth-building while unlimited PTO supports work-life balance.
Boston's location premium reflects our commitment to market leadership. Equity grants align your success with company growth (NASDAQ: ADI). Professional development stipends fund conferences, workshops, and advanced certifications. On-site fitness centers, wellness programs, and sustainable commuting benefits enhance daily life.
Parental leave, flexible hours, and remote work options accommodate your lifestyle. Analog Devices' financial stability—with consistent profitability and $9B+ revenue—ensures long-term security. This compensation reflects your expertise in pushing robotic intelligence boundaries.
Innovation Culture at Analog Devices
Our Innovation meets Impact culture empowers engineers to solve humanity's biggest challenges. Flat hierarchies encourage bold ideas; leadership prioritizes technical excellence over politics. The Dexterous AI Group thrives on collaborative problem-solving—daily research syncs replace endless meetings.
Boston's office fosters creativity through open lab spaces, robotic playgrounds, and maker facilities. Cross-disciplinary teams blend ML experts with hardware engineers, sparking unexpected breakthroughs. We celebrate failures as learning opportunities, maintaining psychological safety for risk-taking.
Sustainability drives our mission—your algorithms will optimize factory robots for energy efficiency, reducing global carbon footprints. Diversity fuels innovation; our inclusive culture welcomes varied perspectives. Work alongside PhDs from Caltech, CMU, and ETH Zurich in an environment prioritizing employee success.
Apply Now – Join the Robotics Revolution
Ready to transform robot intelligence at Analog Devices? Our application process moves quickly for top talent. Submit your resume highlighting robot learning publications and PyTorch experience. Research portfolios showcasing sim2real projects receive priority review.
Technical interviews assess reinforcement learning depth, followed by a take-home coding challenge on dexterous manipulation. Final rounds include DAG leadership and cross-functional partners. US export compliance applies; we support licensing for qualified international candidates.
Apply today to shape the future of dexterous AI robotics in Boston, Massachusetts. Spaces fill rapidly—don't miss your chance to lead at Analog Devices.
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