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Research Scientist, Embodied AI

Niantic SpatialLondonEngineering
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Salary
£103.5K – £202.5K
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
23 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 10d ago

About this role

Role Overview

Niantic Spatial is looking for a Research Scientist for Embodied AI to join their team in London on a full-time, hybrid basis. This role is ideal for an experienced researcher eager to advance spatial intelligence, shape Large Geospatial Models, and bridge the sim-to-real gap for autonomous systems.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement novel spatial representations tailored for embodied AI learning, training, and action.
Improve real-time simulation pipelines that link real-world data, 3D reconstruction, simulation, and robotic policy learning.
Address complex spatial challenges involving spatial intelligence, 3D scene representation, and model efficiency.
Evaluate and measure the impact of new capabilities on robotic policies rather than just reconstruction outputs.
Create and test proof-of-concept prototypes for internal teams and production-scale customer operations.
Work alongside cross-functional researchers, engineers, and product partners to transition models into production.
Share research findings through publications and presentations at industry events.

Requirements

Hold a PhD in computer vision, robotics, graphics, machine learning, or a related discipline, or possess equivalent research experience backed by a strong publication history at top venues.
Demonstrate substantial practical background in robotics or embodied AI, covering sim-to-real transfer, policy evaluation, and simulation-based learning.
Bring deep knowledge of 3D scene representations including Gaussian splatting, neural fields, meshes, and point clouds.
Experience applying generative or diffusion models to 3D data such as novel view synthesis, relighting, and scene completion.
Familiarity with 3D semantics, open-vocabulary scene understanding, and scene graphs.
Strong coding proficiency in Python paired with extensive use of deep learning frameworks like PyTorch.
Practical background in GPU or graphics programming, such as shaders, custom CUDA kernels, or differentiable rendering.
Documented history of contributing to widely utilized open-source research codebases.

Nice to Have

Strong proficiency in C++ programming.

Skills and Tools

Python
PyTorch
C++
Computer Vision
Embodied AI
3D Scene Representations
GPU and Graphics Programming

Salary and Benefits

Base salary range spanning from £103,500 to £202,500 per year.
Annual bonus opportunities and equity packages.
Comprehensive employee benefits program.

About the Company

Niantic Spatial builds physical artificial intelligence powered by a proprietary database containing over 30 billion posed images. Their mapping technology creates geometric reconstructions and precise Visual Positioning Systems that help humans and machines navigate the physical environment across robotics, public sector, and industrial markets.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in this position should visit the official Niantic Spatial careers page to submit an application.

Skills and tech stack

PythonPyTorchComputer VisionC++Deep LearningMachine LearningCUDADiffusion

Questions candidates ask

What is the location and work model for this role?

This position is based out of the London office with a hybrid work schedule requiring three days per week in the office.

What is the salary range for the Research Scientist position?

The base salary ranges between £103,500 and £202,500 per year, accompanied by an annual bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Applicants need a PhD in a relevant field or equivalent research experience with top-venue publications, alongside expertise in embodied AI, 3D scene representations, Python, and PyTorch.

Is C++ a mandatory requirement?

No, proficiency in C++ is listed as a nice-to-have qualification rather than a mandatory requirement.

How can I apply for this job?

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official Niantic Spatial careers website.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Niantic Spatial careers page.

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