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Research Scientist, Autonomous Systems and Physical AI Research - PhD New College Grad 2026

NVIDIA

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$168,000 - $264,500 per year

PhD Entry-Level
H-1B FY202699.2% approval-37% YoY
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Job description

NVIDIA is seeking Research Scientists to join its Autonomous Systems and Physical AI Research (ASPIRE) group, focusing on advancing autonomous vehicles, robotics, and physical AI. The team conducts foundational research to address challenges in safety, reliability, and autonomy in complex environments. Researchers will have the opportunity to publish their work and collaborate with experts across various fields. This role emphasizes innovative research and the development of cutting-edge techniques for real-world applications.

Requirements

  • Completing or recently completed a PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Relevant research experience in autonomous vehicles, robotics, embodied AI, or autonomous systems.
  • Strong knowledge of the theory and practice of vehicle or robot autonomy.
  • A track record of research excellence demonstrated through publications at leading conferences and journals.
  • Exceptional Python programming skills, with experience in C++ and parallel programming being a plus.
  • Experience with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement cutting-edge techniques for autonomous vehicles, robotics, and physical AI.
  • Conduct original research and publish results.
  • Collaborate with research colleagues, internal product teams, and external researchers.
  • Transfer technology developed to relevant product groups.

Benefits

  • Employees at NVIDIA are often offered comprehensive, day-one benefits—including medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(k) with auto-enrollment. Many roles also have generous time off and holidays, donation matching (up to $10,000), and a wide menu of extras like FSAs, commuter benefits, legal and identity-theft protection, pet insurance, and wellness discounts. Optional programs can include student-loan and home-purchase support, plus family care resources and expert medical services.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Nvidia Corporation

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

355

FY2026

Approval rate

99.2%

FY2026

LCA certified

7,667

FY2026

Entry-level share

11.9%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

-37%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-83%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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