The Research Hardware Engineer for Tactile Sensing at DeepMind will focus on inventing, designing, and validating novel transduction methods for tactile sensing solutions. This role bridges material science and sensing technology to create adaptable sensing arrays for robotic manipulators. The team is dedicated to advancing AI development and solving complex global challenges through innovative research. Candidates will work in a collaborative environment that emphasizes safety and ethics in AI applications.

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4 years of experience working on tactile sensing or flexible electronics.
• PhD in Materials Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant technical field is preferred.
• 8 years of experience with published contributions to the field of tactile sensing or flexible electronics is preferred.

• Own the exploration and design of novel tactile sensing modalities tailored for a versatile suite of custom robotic manipulators.
• Utilize expert simulation tools to model the complex interactions between materials and sensing elements.
• Define technical fabrics and elastomeric substrates with specific mechanical properties and implement manufacturing techniques to prototype novel sensor arrays.
• Partner with AI researchers to align sensor hardware with manipulation algorithms, ensuring tactile data is effectively utilized for closed-loop control across various form factors.
• Establish testing protocols to evaluate sensor performance in simulation-to-reality environments across multiple manipulation platforms.

• Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.