AI Research Engineer (Robotics)

At Coram AI, we’re reimagining video security for the modern world. Our cloud-native platform uses computer vision and AI to help businesses stay safe, make smarter decisions, and move faster; from real-time alerts to seamless clip sharing and multi-site visibility.

You’ll be joining a small, fast-moving team that values clarity, craftsmanship, and impact. Every person here has a voice, ships meaningful work, and helps shape how AI can make the world safer and more connected.

We are looking for engineers who operate at the intersection of robotics, real-time systems, and deep learning. This role focuses on deploying high-performance vision and multimodal models onto robotic platforms where latency, reliability, and hardware constraints matter.

What You’ll Do

* Deploy deep learning models on edge devices and in the cloud for real-time inference

* Fine-tune models on proprietary datasets and manage dataset versioning, labeling, and evaluation

* Write high-quality C++ or Rust code for deterministic, low-latency execution

* Build cloud pipelines that process millions of images and video streams in near real time

* Perform model surgery in PyTorch and TensorRT, including pruning, quantization, and graph optimization

* Optimize GPU utilization, memory footprint, and inference throughput

* Build and maintain middleware for real-time IPC between perception, planning, and control systems

* Profile production systems to diagnose memory, compute, and concurrency bottlenecks

* Design rigorous evaluation loops to measure model accuracy, latency, and robustness in field conditions

What We’re Looking For

* Strong experience building real-time robotics systems that span software and hardware

* Experience deploying neural networks under strict latency constraints where milliseconds matter

* Deep understanding of GPU memory management, batching strategies, and compute optimization

* Strong debugging skills using profilers and low-level performance tools

* Solid experience with PyTorch; experience with TensorRT and ONNX is highly desirable

* Deep expertise in C++ preferred; strong Rust or Python experience also welcome

* Experience building production systems that must be reliable, observable, and fault-tolerant

Bonus Points

* Experience with vLLM, SGLang, or high-performance LLM inference engines

* Experience deploying multimodal models or LLMs in robotics contexts

* Experience with distributed systems, structured logging, and observability at scale

* Familiarity with distributed pubsub, real-time Linux, or embedded GPU platforms

* Experience working with NVIDIA Jetson, CUDA kernels, or custom accelerators

Skills And Qualifications

* BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field

* 3+ years of experience building robotics, perception, or real-time systems (startup or high-performance production environments strongly preferred)

* Strong programming skills in C++ (preferred) with experience in Rust or Python

* Experience deploying deep learning models in production, particularly in environments with strict latency constraints

* Hands-on experience with PyTorch for training, fine-tuning, and modifying deep learning models

* Experience deploying models to edge devices or embedded systems where compute and memory resources are constrained

* Strong debugging and profiling skills using low-level performance tools and system profilers

* Experience building reliable, observable, and fault-tolerant production systems

* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English

* Passion for building high-performance systems at the intersection of robotics, AI, and real-time infrastructure

* Resilient and adaptable in challenging, fast-paced startup environments

Ability to work in an onsite environment, we move faster when we're in the same room

What We Offer

* Competitive compensation package

* 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and base life insurance

* Flexible paid time off and 9 paid holidays

* 401(k) with both Traditional and Roth options

* Equity in a rapidly growing company

* Referral bonuses

* Daily team dinners and regular team off-sites to build connection and momentum

* The latest Apple tech and unlimited tools so you can win

* Unlimited Cursor and Claude Code credits

* Direct exposure to our AI-native GTM machinery

We're on a mission to transform a $50B+ legacy industry by bringing the power of cutting-edge multimodal LLMs and computer vision to real-world security and operations. From firearm detection to intelligent access control, our AI-native platform turns every camera and sensor into a smart system that enhances safety, efficiency, and awareness.

Founded by Ashesh Jain (ex-Lyft Level 5, PhD Cornell) and Peter Ondruska (ex-Lyft, PhD Oxford), Coram AI is backed by Battery Ventures, Mosaic, and 8VC, have raised over $30M, and were named to the CB Insights AI 100 as one of the most promising AI companies in the world. If you're excited to work on mission-critical AI that makes an impact in the real world, we’d love to meet you.