We are seeking a **Lead Applied Scientist** to spearhead the creation of sophisticated robot learning policies that enable dexterous manipulation in practical settings. You will guide the end\-to\-end process of designing, training, and deploying models that fuse multimodal perception, policy formulation, and robotic execution. Join our collaborative AI Research team to advance embodied AI and tackle industrial\-scale autonomy and simulation challenges. Apply now to become a key player in pushing the frontier of robotics. **Responsibilities** * Develop, implement, and deploy cutting\-edge robot learning frameworks and policy architectures for manipulation and autonomous task sequencing that integrate multimodal sensory inputs, perception, planning, and execution using ROS/ROS2 * Build and refine comprehensive policy training pipelines, encompassing policy inference and closed\-loop control for both simulated and real\-world applications * Direct data management strategies for demonstrations, teleoperation, simulation workflows, and evaluation systems to guarantee reliable and safe deployment of robot policies * Partner with cross\-disciplinary teams and AI infrastructure specialists to deliver scalable, production\-level robotics solutions * Keep abreast of advancements in embodied AI research, contribute to reproducible studies, and disseminate knowledge through mentorship and technical talks * Enhance PyTorch implementations by creating custom modules and optimizing for peak performance and efficient deployment **Requirements** * PhD in a relevant STEM discipline or Master’s degree with equivalent professional experience in robotics or embodied AI * Minimum 5 years of hands\-on experience designing and deploying machine learning models on robotic platforms, including integration of multimodal sensory signals and control outputs * Comprehensive understanding of contemporary AI architectures such as Transformers and diffusion models * Advanced proficiency with PyTorch, including developing custom components and performance optimization * Practical expertise with Robot Operating System (ROS/ROS2\) and integrating policies into robotic control systems * Demonstrated contributions through publications, open\-source projects, or operational deployments * Capability to manage complex projects involving interdisciplinary collaboration * Excellent analytical, problem\-solving, and communication skills with English proficiency at C2 level **Nice to have** * Experience working with 3D computer vision, including perception and affordance modeling * Familiarity with simulation environments like Isaac Sim, Mujoco, Gazebo, or PyBullet * Expertise in dexterous manipulation and executing multi\-step autonomous tasks * Awareness of visual trends and their relevance to embodied AI applications * Experience adapting foundation models for embodied control and agents following instructions **We offer** * Career plan and real growth opportunities * Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions * Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more * English classes with a certified teacher * Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more) * Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more) * Flexible work schedule and dress code * Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe * Hired directly by EPAM \& 100% under payroll * Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus) * Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental \& visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members) * 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit * Grocery coupons * 30 days December bonus * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * 12 vacations days * Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th \& 31st) * Monthly non\-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi\-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting\-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential. *By applying to our role, you are agreeing that your personal data may be used as in set out in EPAM´s Privacy Notice and Policy.*