PhD Autonomy Engineer Intern - Planning & Controls (Reinforcement Learning) Job at Skydio (Zurich)

PhD Autonomy Engineer Intern - Planning & Controls (Reinforcement Learning)

Skydio builds the world’s most advanced autonomous drones used across inspection...

Location

Switzerland , Zurich

Salary:

50.00 EUR / Hour

Skydio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD student in Robotics, Machine Learning, Controls, or related field
Strong fundamentals in RL, control theory, and motion planning
comfort with safety/robustness concepts
Proficient in Python (PyTorch/JAX/Ray RLlib) and at least one of C++ or CUDA
Hands-on experience with robotics simulation (Isaac Lab/MuJoCo/PyBullet) and sim2real techniques
Experience training/deploying policies for navigation, manipulation, or locomotion on real robots or autonomous vehicles

Job Responsibility

Develop and deploy reinforcement learning (and adjacent policy-learning methods) that make Skydio aircraft plan, navigate, and control themselves more intelligently—safely, reliably, and efficiently—across our ecosystem: handheld apps, ground control, cloud autonomy services, and fleet workflows
Navigation & avoidance in the wild: Train policies that adapt online to cluttered 3D scenes (forests, bridges, urban canyons), complementing our geometric stack for robust obstacle avoidance and dynamic goal-seeking
RL-augmented planning: Fuse learned cost shaping / value functions with trajectory optimization for smooth, agile flight with tight safety envelopes and mission constraints
Sim → Real at scale: Build scalable datasets and training loops with Isaac Lab, domain randomization, residual learning, and safety filters
validate on real drones weekly
Human-in-the-loop shared control: Learn assistive policies that blend pilot intent, autonomy priors, and uncertainty-aware behaviors for intuitive control handoffs
Fleet & multi-agent: Explore decentralized coordination for coverage, pursuit, and collaborative mapping with minimal comms

New

Senior Clinical Lecturer

The post holder will be dynamic and enthusiastic with the ability to inform and ...

Location

United Kingdom , Aberdeen

Salary:

11864.70 GBP / Year

Aberdeen

Expiration Date

February 02, 2026

Requirements

General Practitioners registered with the General Medical Council
Currently working clinically within General Practice
Excellent communication and teaching skills
Ability to engage and enthuse students
Dynamic and enthusiastic with the ability to inform and inspire students

Job Responsibility

Nurture the skills and knowledge required of the modern day medical graduate
Inform and inspire students

What we offer

Excellent opportunities for development of medical education skills
Outstanding facilities
Supportive culture
Part of a team with an international reputation in medical education

Parttime

New

Senior Care Assistant - Nights

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our res...

Location

United Kingdom , Stoke on Trent

Salary:

13.45 GBP / Hour

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Expiration Date

February 05, 2026

Requirements

NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes
2 years’ experience working in similar care environment
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Positive attitude to both supporting and nurturing residents and staff
Responsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities
Live values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable
DBS Disclosure check
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Support and work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care
Provide a safe, caring, innovative, open, supportive, and inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff
Monitor the wellbeing of each resident
Be aware of any change impacting on care and care plans
Ensure that new needs are met and written records are amended to reflect any variation
Be involved in the person-centred care planning process by implementing, monitoring, and undertaking monthly evaluations
Support residents with their medication requirements
Undertake staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required
Act as a key point for contact with residents, their relatives and visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing
Ensure that any reasonable requests are acted upon and concerns or complaints are escalated

What we offer

DBS Disclosure check cost met by Avery Healthcare
Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career
Supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered

Fulltime

New

Wellbeing and Activities Assistant

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our res...

Location

United Kingdom , Burley in Wharfedale

Salary:

12.25 GBP / Hour

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Expiration Date

February 05, 2026

Requirements

Effective communication skills, verbal and written
Demonstrate understanding of the role interaction plays in the general well-being of people
Have a positive attitude toward older people and a commitment to providing stimulating, quality activities and social events
Have previously worked with older people in a residential nursing Dementia setting
A DBS Disclosure check
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Support the Wellbeing Coordinator in providing a wide range of activities to engage and stimulate the resident's physical, cognitive, and social well-being
Maintaining a safe living and working environment, contributing to the positive and professional image of the home
Reporting any changes in residents’ physical or emotional condition to the Wellbeing and Activity Coordinator, Home Manager, and the care staff
Supporting with ordering and preparing supplies for upcoming activities as directed
Supporting establishing links with the local community (e.g., schools, spiritual groups, museums/libraries) to encourage access to the wider community and promote intergenerational activity

Fulltime

New

Store Manager

Join TUI Hotels & Resorts as Store Manager with the roles of overseeing daily st...

Location

Tanzania , Matemwe

Salary:

Not provided

TUI

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Hospitality, or related field
Minimum 2-4 years of experience in hotel purchasing or procurement, preferably in a 4 or 5-star hotel environment
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office (especially Excel)
Familiarity with hospitality procurement systems (e.g, Material Control, Adaco)
Knowledge of local suppliers and market trends in hospitality

Job Responsibility

Manage day-to-day store operations and ensure smooth workflow
Lead, train, schedule, and motivate store staff
Drive sales and meet or exceed store targets and KPIs
Provide outstanding customer service and resolve customer concerns
Monitor inventory levels, place orders, and prevent stock loss
Ensure store appearance meets visual merchandising and brand standards
Handle cash management, opening/closing procedures, and reports
Enforce company policies, safety guidelines, and loss-prevention practices
Analyze sales reports and implement improvement strategies

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits as standard
Permanent contract provided with 25% local social security contribution
Additional reward model including financial, travel, health & wellbeing, and lifestyle
Working within a fast-growing international hotel company within the world’s leading tourism group
We promote career development with wide range of international opportunities across our business with an exceptional approach to your learning - access to free learning platforms & language lessons

Fulltime

New

Planning Engineer

This position will be responsible for Azeri Chirag Gunashli (ACG) projects, base...

Location

Azerbaijan , Baku

Salary:

Not provided

Airswift Sweden

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong commitment to HSE
At least 5 years’ experience working in major projects and brownfield projects as a planning engineer
Sound background and experience in major or brownfield projects planning processes
Self-motivation and a high level of individual initiative and self-reliance are required
Advanced influencing and communication skills in English language
Strong ability to build partnerships, actively engage and respect contributions of others
Ability to produce good quality written reports and summary presentations – able to communicate clarity from complexity
Experience working with large contractor organizations
Experience performing effectively in a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural environment
Bachelor’s degree in engineering / science / economics

Job Responsibility

Key role in all planning activity for the project scope and support the Delivery Manager and AGT Planning Squad Lead to achieve contract objectives
Key role in development of planning deliverables, maintaining, assessing, and communication with ACG team members
Key role in the integrity and efficiency of planning and progress measurement
Ensure contractor compliance with contractual planning, scheduling, and reporting requirements especially those detailed contractually within the Project Coordination Procedures (PCP)
Perform “what if” and/or risked scheduling scenarios (as required) in order to recover schedule deviations along with assisting with development of alternative work sequences
Provide experience-based estimates for best-case, most-likely, and worst-case activity durations as inputs to schedule risk analysis (SRA) activities
Support 6-monthly planning input to MCEs including bottoms-up review of the schedule, applying an overview to the contractor’s schedule or re-base lining if deemed necessary
Support site team discussions regarding planning and progress
Ensure compliance with client planning and scheduling procedures and projects common process guidance
Work with the Contractor Planning Engineers to ensure contract deliverables are received, to close any gaps which have been identified against the contract Project Coordination Procedures and to assess / verify reported progress by physical observation

Fulltime

New

Kitchen Assistant

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our res...

Location

United Kingdom , Wolverhampton

Salary:

12.22 GBP / Hour

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Expiration Date

February 05, 2026

Requirements

Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrates high standards of personal hygiene
Have the knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments
Be an efficient worker, capable of a high level of sustained physical effort and able to respond to a demanding workload
Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working
Exhibit a caring and understanding attitude towards the residents
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Support the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals
Understanding the principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene
Contributing fully to team working, responding positively to colleagues, and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly
Advising on the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring the timely and appropriate ordering of replacement goods
Acting accordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident

What we offer

DBS Disclosure check cost met by Avery Healthcare
Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career
Supportive and inspiring environment

Parttime

New

Instrumentation and Controls Coordinator

Instrument Controls Coordinator should have a good understanding of safety, heal...

Location

United States , Midkiff

Salary:

Not provided

Airswift Sweden

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience in a closely related position
Behavioral Skills: adaptability, analytical capability, collaboration, effective communication
Functional Skills: Safety, Security, Health, and Environment (SSHE) management - operations and maintenance, maintenance planning, maintenance scheduling, maintenance management, maintenance-I&C/A
Discipline appropriate certification(s) or equivalent professional experience
Effective communication skills
ability to clearly and concisely describe conditions in the field and recommend remediation steps
Team Player
exhibits effective teamwork when working with persons over whom the person may have no direct authority and willingness to assist others
Ability to adapt to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and frequent changes in priorities
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software programs

Job Responsibility

Implements maintenance design philosophies including project specifications for "I&C "
Provides technical support and coordination of risk assessments, incident investigation and conceptual and pre-Front End Engineering Design (FEED) studies
Supports coordination of cost management and productivity improvement plans
Supports operating teams troubleshoot complex issues and may provide operations assistance during peak loads
Provides technical support and input to training development and delivery
Shares Best Practices and provides feedback for enhancement
May participate in company networks
Develops strong personal expertise, shares knowledge with others via Networking, etc.

Fulltime

PhD Autonomy Engineer Intern - Planning & Controls (Reinforcement Learning)

Skydio

Location:
Switzerland , Zurich

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
January 03, 2026

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