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This role involves deep participation in kinematic modeling, simulation validation, visual perception, and intelligent grasping strategy development, driving the intelligent application of robotic systems.\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign and optimize kinematic and dynamic models for robotic arms and dexterous hands to achieve high-precision control and flexible manipulation\nDevelop path planning and task execution algorithms, including inverse kinematics, trajectory generation, obstacle avoidance, and multi-objective coordination\nBuild simulation environments for robotics and conduct algorithm validation and performance evaluation\nDesign and implement environmental perception modules for robotic arms/hands, including object recognition, pose estimation, and semantic segmentation\nDevelop reasoning strategy models and action models for robotic arms and dexterous hands\nCollaborate with hardware and application teams to complete system integration and on-site debugging, enhancing robustness and generalization in real-world scenarios\nPrepare technical documentation and contribute to patent applications, academic publications, and technical exchanges\nQualifications\nMaster’s degree or above in Robotics, Automation, Computer Vision, or related fields\nSolid understanding of kinematic modeling and control theory for robotic arms and dexterous hands\nProficient in at least one robotic simulation platform with relevant project experience\nExperience in computer vision projects and familiarity with common perception models\nKnowledge of control strategies for robotic arms and dexterous hands\nStrong programming skills in Python and C++, with good coding practices and engineering capabilities\nExcellent teamwork and cross-disciplinary communication skills\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with dexterous hand control, multi-finger grasping, or soft grippers\nParticipation in robotics competitions, open-source projects, or edge deployment\nExperience developing robotic systems with multimodal perception and language understanding\nStrong publication record or patent achievements\nWhat We Offer\nExposure to cutting-edge robotics technologies and interdisciplinary research opportunities\nCollaboration with top-tier research teams and participation in international projects and academic exchanges\nFlexible work arrangements and an open, innovative technical environment\nCompetitive compensation and ample room for professional growth\nMinimum Qualifications:\n• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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