Cartesian Systems
Applied ML/CS PhD Internship (6+ months)
Cambridge, MA · Intern · Internship
Sponsorship not specified$12k-$24kDetected 28 days ago
AlgorithmsMachine LearningDeep LearningComputer VisionMLOpsRoboticsElectrical EngineeringSignal ProcessingSensorsResearchCommunication
About the role
- We are looking for an Applied ML/CS PhD intern to join Cartesian at an exciting moment in our growth.
- This internship is a chance to contribute to core algorithms, dig deep into a deployed product, and ship changes that reach enterprise customers, while also driving new research directions in spatial AI.
- This is a hands-on role at the intersection of machine learning, perception, estimation, and signal processing, with direct impact on a deployed enterprise product.
Responsibilities
- Develop and improve algorithms for indoor positioning and spatial perception
- Run experiments on real-world customer deployments: collect data, analyze failures, propose fixes, and validate improvements
- Cartesian is building spatial intelligence for indoor environments to drive operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with engineering and product to ship features to enterprise customers
Requirements
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a small, fast-moving team.
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
- Research track record of published work in top-tier CS/ML, vision, robotics, or related venues.
Nice to have
- Startup or early-stage company experience
- Work on hard, real-world problems with immediate and visible impact
- Join a small, highly technical team with significant ownership and autonomy
- In-person team culture in the heart of Kendall Square, Cambridge
- Introductory call to assess motivation and overall fit (20m)
- Technical interview focused on past projects (60m)
- Coding interview (45m)
- Fadel Adib (20m)
Compensation
- $12k-$24k
Benefits
- By fusing wireless signals and mobile computer vision, we provide a uniquely scalable, infrastructure-free solution already deployed by international fashion brands.
Company info
- Founded by an MIT engineering professor and alumni behind award-winning, patented core technologies, Cartesian spun out in 2023.
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