Robotics Research, Senior Engineer, Robotics

Woven by Toyota is building mobility for a safer, happier and more sustainable world. A subsidiary of Toyota, Woven by Toyota develops and invests in new technologies, software, and business models that transform how we live, work and move. With a focus on software-defined vehicles, automated driving, data-driven intelligence, security, mobility services, embedded platforms, AI, and more, we build on Toyota's legacy of trust and safety to deliver mobility solutions for all.

For nearly a century, Toyota has been delivering products and services that improve lives. Its earliest offerings, which automated the simple manual task of weaving, have evolved into the safe, reliable, connected automobiles we enjoy and depend on today. Woven by Toyota is an integral part of Toyota’s vision for the next 100 years—a world where mobility is easier, safer and more enjoyable for more people.

Our unique global culture weaves modern Silicon Valley innovation and time-tested Japanese quality craftsmanship and operational excellence. These complementary strengths enable us to develop and deliver cutting-edge technology at scale—optimizing for safety, advancing clean energy and elevating well-being.  We envision a human-centered future where world-class technology solutions expand global access to mobility, amplify the capabilities of drivers, and empower humanity to thrive.

The Woven by Toyota Robotics Group was recently established in 2020. Our focus is on creating core competencies for next-generation robotics businesses. The Toyota Woven City project, which was also announced in 2020, will act as one of our big test environments, in which our developed robotics capabilities and applications will work on how best to contribute to better living. To make it happen, we are seeking highly talented individuals with whom to take on these challenges together. We have two guiding mission statements:

To extend the capabilities of robots through R&D targeting solid long-term results.

To develop applications and services through frequent PoC (proof of concept) experiments vetting new core robotics technologies

Our core members have been deeply involved in developing robots (specifically humanoids and mobile manipulators, such as Toyota Motor Corporation's HSR) for many years. We have multiple mid-career members and people who have international work experience.

We also work very closely with Toyota Research Institute (TRI) in the USA and other entities across the world, sharing resources and ideas, in order to accelerate each other’s technological development. By doing all of this, we aim to cultivate a bright new era of Japanese business culture, including openness, honesty, collaboration, and a healthy work-life balance.

We are looking for talented researchers who have strong interests in introducing robots to daily living environments. We are seeking researchers who have both long-term ambitious vision and practical problem-solving mind. There are lots of technical challenges before introducing robots to living environments. Therefore research topics include, but are not limited to, object recognition, object pose estimation, manipulation planning and control, navigation in cluttered environments, and task planning.

If you are currently located outside of Japan, don't worry, we'll set an interview over Google Hangout Meet or Skype.

・Competitive Salary - Based on skills and experience

・Work Hours - Flexible working time with NO core-hours

・Paid Holiday - 20 days per year (prorated)

・Sick Leave - 6 days per year (prorated)

・Holiday - Sat & Sun, Japanese National Holidays, and other days defined by the company

・Japanese Social Security - all applicable (Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance)

・ Employee Benefits

・In-house Training Program (software study/language study)

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