Senior Reinforcement Learning Engineer — ANYbotics
- Location
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 19 days ago
Role overview
ANYbotics is a fast-growing tech company dedicated to shaping the future of mobile robotics across multiple industries.
Join our highly talented and motivated team of more than 200 people and work on cutting-edge robot technology. The Opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Reinforcement Learning Engineer to join our Motion Intelligence team.
- ANYbotics is a fast-growing tech company dedicated to shaping the future of mobile robotics across multiple industries.
- Join our highly talented and motivated team of more than 200 people and work on cutting-edge robot technology. The Opportunity
- PhD in robotics, machine learning, computer science or a related field with a strong focus on reinforcement learning; alternatively, an equivalent track record of RL research and deployment in robotics Or
- Master's degree from a top-tier technical university (e.g.
Key requirements
- PhD in robotics, machine learning, computer science or a related field with a strong focus on reinforcement learning; alternatively, an equivalent track record of RL research and deployment in robotics Or
- Master's degree from a top-tier technical university (e.g.
- ETH Zurich, EPFL) in robotics, machine learning, computer science or related field and 5+ years of professional experience
- Proven track record of shipping ML models to the field and maintaining those solutions over time
- Solid grounding in robot control fundamentals and autonomous systems, including: motion control, state estimation, path planning and actuation
- Experience using robotic simulation tools such as Gazebo or Isaac Sim
- Strong understanding of sim-to-real transfer, domain randomisation, reward shaping, and policy robustness techniques
- Proficiency in Python and modern ML frameworks (PyTorch); working knowledge of C++
- Strong knowledge of Linux systems and middleware frameworks for integrating learned components into a larger software stack
- Pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset — comfortable balancing research exploration with production delivery Excellent communication skills in English Bonus Points
- Experience training and deploying RL policies on physical robots — not just in simulation
- Development of scalable and modular robot architectures of motion control systems
Application process
- ANYbotics transforms industrial plants in the energy, process, and utility sector by introducing robotics to a wide range of novel applications that so far were beyond reach.
- Our customers are large asset operators and industrial service providers pioneering the use of robotics technology for inspection and maintenance.
- Our mobile robot ANYmal uses legs for extreme mobility in complex environments, camera- and LIDAR-based sensing for full autonomy and obstacle avoidance, and AI for high-quality and consistent inspection results.
- We develop numerous customised hardware systems, including the entire robotic platform, actuators, sensors, inspection payloads, charging systems, and all related ANYbotics electrical hardware. Your Impact
- Lead the design, training, and deployment of reinforcement learning policies for robot motion — bridging the gap from simulation to reliable real-world performance
- Provide senior technical guidance on RL and learning-based control across the team, mentoring engineers and establishing best practices for policy development workflows
- Own and evolve the RL training infrastructure and sim-to-real pipeline, ensuring reproducibility, scalability, and fast iteration cycles
- Shape the technical vision for internal ML tooling and experiment management (e.g. training dashboards, automated evaluation pipelines), driving efficiency and rigour across the team's learning workflows
Additional details
- Join our highly talented and motivated team of more than 200 people and work on cutting-edge robot technology.
- You’ll work across the full lifecycle — from early development prototyping through to mission‑critical, production deployments. The Market & Our Technology
- We develop numerous customised hardware systems, including the entire robotic platform, actuators, sensors, inspection payloads, charging systems, and all related ANYbotics electrical hardware.
- Pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset — comfortable balancing research exploration with production delivery Excellent communication skills in English
- Experience with navigation systems and autonomous mobile robot operation in unstructured environments Interest in agentic engineering toolchains
Notes and original content
- The Opportunity
- You’ll work across the full lifecycle — from early development prototyping through to mission‑critical, production deployments.
- The Market & Our Technology
- Your Impact
- Your Profile
- Pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset — comfortable balancing research exploration with production delivery
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Bonus Points
- Experience with navigation systems and autonomous mobile robot operation in unstructured environments
- Interest in agentic engineering toolchains
Questions about this listing
What salary does ANYbotics offer for this role?
ANYbotics lists CHF 101'500 - 154'000 gross per year for this position in Zurich, Switzerland. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does ANYbotics offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with ANYbotics during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at ANYbotics?
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