Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents
Real job — pulled straight from XPENG’s careers page · Verified May 23, 2026 · No reposts.
Job description
XPENG is hiring a Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents — a full-time, based in Santa Clara, CA role ($244k–$413k). Apply directly on XPENG's careers page below.
Senior Staff Research Engineer – Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Department: AI Infrastructure Team
Key Responsibilities:
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Reinforcement learning methods for LLM-driven agents and decision systems.
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Policy optimization for long-horizon reasoning and planning.
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Learning from human or AI feedback (RLHF / RLAIF).
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Agent training pipelines built on top of our agent infrastructure platform.
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Evaluation and benchmarking systems for agent capabilities.
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Learning loops that integrate real-world and simulation data.
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Contribute to AI systems that continuously improve after deployment.
Basic Qualifications
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MS or PhD in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, Robotics, or a related field.
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Strong background in reinforcement learning or machine learning.
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Experience implementing RL algorithms such as PPO, Actor-Critic, or policy gradient methods.
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Strong programming skills in Python with PyTorch or JAX.
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Experience building ML training systems or infrastructure.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with RLHF or preference learning.
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Experience with LLM agents or tool-using AI systems.
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Multi-agent systems or long-horizon planning.
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Simulation environments for RL.
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Publications in NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, or related venues.
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A fun, supportive and engaging environment.
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Opportunity to make significant impact on transportation revolution by the means of advancing autonomous driving.
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Opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies with the top talent in the field.
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Competitive compensation package.
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Snacks, lunches and fun activities.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents at XPENG?
The estimated salary range for Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents at XPENG is $244,000 - $413,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents at XPENG?
The required skills for Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents at XPENG include: Python, PyTorch, Machine Learning, LLM, AI.
What is the seniority level for Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents at XPENG?
Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents at XPENG is a Senior / Staff level position.
How do I apply for Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents at XPENG?
You can view the full description and apply for Senior Staff Research Engineer, Reinforcement Learning for AI Agents at XPENG on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/xpeng-senior-staff-research-engineer-reinforcement-learning-for-ai-agents-djzqi.