Develop intent-recognition models from gaze, gesture, and voice data; implement socially aware navigation algorithms respecting personal space; and design visual and auditory feedback for robot user interfaces. Conduct user studies and rapid prototype AI-driven voice and visual interaction systems to test and refine HRI paradigms.
We are seeking a talented Human-Robot Interaction Specialist. In this role, you will develop and implement cutting-edge technologies that enable seamless and intuitive interactions between humans and robots. Your work will enhance the capabilities of robots, ensuring they can navigate and communicate effectively with users in various environments.
Responsibilities:
- Develop intent-recognition models using gaze, gesture, and voice data.
- Program socially aware navigation algorithms that respect human personal space.
- Design the visual and auditory feedback systems for the robot's user interface.
Required Skills:
- Background in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) or cognitive science applied to robotics.
- Experience running user studies and testing interaction paradigms.
- Skills in rapid prototyping of AI-driven voice and visual interfaces.
Similar Jobs
AdTech • eCommerce • Food • Marketing Tech • Retail
The Analyst III drives sourcing initiatives, supports financial tracking, facilitates training, and enhances data-driven decision-making for Fresh departments.
Top Skills:
ExcelMicrosoft SuitePower BI
AdTech • eCommerce • Food • Marketing Tech • Retail
The Manager of PS&T Content leads the design and implementation of training materials, manages content strategies, and oversees a team to drive employee engagement and performance.
Top Skills:
Articulate StorylineCaptivateLms PlatformsExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerpointMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft WordPower BISharepoint
AdTech • eCommerce • Food • Marketing Tech • Retail
The End User Administrator III will design, manage, and support digital media devices, ensuring efficient technology solutions and operational stability in a retail environment.
Top Skills:
CanvaExchangeMicrosoft StackMuralOfficeOnedriveSharepointSmartsheetTeams
What you need to know about the Boston Tech Scene
Boston is a powerhouse for technology innovation thanks to world-class research universities like MIT and Harvard and a robust pipeline of venture capital investment. Host to the first telephone call and one of the first general-purpose computers ever put into use, Boston is now a hub for biotechnology, robotics and artificial intelligence — though it’s also home to several B2B software giants. So it’s no surprise that the city consistently ranks among the greatest startup ecosystems in the world.
Key Facts About Boston Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 269,000; 9.4% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Toast, Klaviyo, HubSpot, DraftKings
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, robotics, software, aerospace
- Funding Landscape: $15.7 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Summit Partners, Volition Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, MassVentures, Highland Capital Partners
- Research Centers and Universities: MIT, Harvard University, Boston College, Tufts University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, National Bureau of Economic Research, Broad Institute, Lowell Center for Space Science & Technology, National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories
