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Wayve

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Data
    Research & Development
  • Vancouver
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AI generated summary

  • You need a PhD in a relevant field, strong Python and deep learning skills, proven research experience, and the ability to lead projects through the full ML development cycle.
  • You will contribute to technical leadership, leverage driving data, architect models with advanced algorithms, scale solutions, collaborate internationally, and potentially publish in top-tier conferences.

Requirements

  • Proven track record of research in one or more of the topics above demonstrated through deployed applications or publications.
  • Experience leading a research agenda aligned with larger organisation or company goals
  • Strong programming skills in Python, with experience in deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, numpy, pandas, etc.
  • Experience bringing a machine learning research concept through the full ML development cycle
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, innovative, interdisciplinary team environment.
  • Experience bringing an ML research concept through to production and at scale
  • PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Responsibilities

  • Actively contributing to the Science’s technical leadership community, inclusive of proposing new projects, organising their work, and delivering substantial impact across Wayve.
  • Leveraging our large, rich, and diverse sources of real-world driving data
  • Architecting our models to best employ the latest advances in foundation models, transformers, world models, etc, evaluating and incorporating state-of-the-art techniques into our workflows
  • Investigating learning algorithms to use (e.g. reinforcement learning, behavioural cloning)
  • Leveraging simulation for controlled experimental insight, training data augmentation, and re-simulation
  • Scaling models efficiently across data, model size, and compute, while maintaining efficient deployment on the car
  • Collaborating with cross-functional, international teams to integrate research findings into scalable, production-level solutions
  • Potentially contributing to academic publications for top-tier conferences like NeurIPS, CVPR, ICRA, ICLR, CoRL etc. working in a world-class team, contributing to the scientific community and establishing Wayve as a leader in the field

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Staff Applied Scientist role at Wayve?

The primary focus of the Staff Applied Scientist role at Wayve is to lead projects in AI applied to autonomous driving and related robotics or decision-making domains, utilizing advanced technologies and techniques in areas such as foundation models, reinforcement learning, and planning algorithms.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Essential qualifications include a proven track record of research in relevant topics, experience leading research agendas, strong programming skills in Python, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment. A PhD in a related field is desirable but not mandatory.

What areas of expertise should candidates possess?

Candidates should have expertise in one or more of the following areas: foundation models for robotics, reinforcement learning, large language models, imitation learning, and learned agent models, among others.

What kind of work environment can I expect at Wayve?

Wayve offers a dynamic and fast-paced work environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. They emphasize a respectful and ego-free culture.

Will I have opportunities to contribute to academic publications?

Yes, there are opportunities to contribute to academic publications for top-tier conferences such as NeurIPS, CVPR, ICRA, ICLR, and CoRL, while working within a world-class team.

What is the working model at Wayve?

Wayve operates a hybrid working policy that combines in-office work with remote work, allowing for flexibility while fostering collaboration and innovation.

Is there support for professional growth and development?

Yes, Wayve supports professional growth by providing learning opportunities both on the job and through formal channels, enabling team members to grow every day.

How does Wayve approach diversity and inclusion?

Wayve is committed to creating a diverse, fair, and respectful culture that values unique skills and perspectives, ensuring an inclusive environment for all employees.

What is the importance of teamwork in this role?

Teamwork is crucial in this role, as candidates will be collaborating with cross-functional, international teams to integrate research findings into scalable, production-level solutions.

What type of compensation and benefits can I expect?

Wayve offers competitive compensation and benefits, supporting the well-being and satisfaction of their employees.

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Wayve

We're Wayve, a leading developer of embodied intelligence for autonomous vehicles.

Technology
Industry
51-200
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We're Wayve, a leading developer of embodied intelligence for autonomous vehicles. We use AI to pioneer a next-generation approach to self-driving: AV2.0, which enables fleet operators to unlock the benefits of AV technology at scale. Founded in 2017, Wayve is made up of a diverse team of experts in machine learning and robotics. We were the first to deploy AVs on public roads with end-to-end deep learning. Today, our teams are based in London and California, and we're testing AVs in cities across the UK. Inspired by our vision for a smarter, safer, more sustainable world, we're looking for people who are passionate about building breakthrough solutions to some of the world’s most important challenges. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity with a dynamic team, get in touch!