From initially providing large-scale “brains” for third-party robots, to now taking on tough challenges in person, OpenAI’s strategy in the robotics field is receiving epic expansion!
According to the latest job posting information, the OpenAI official website has released 19 core positions related to robotics in one go. This recruitment effort is no longer limited to the levels of algorithms and software, but extends comprehensively to robot hardware, control systems, and manufacturing processes—including positions in motor design, actuators, electrical engineering, manufacturing, and data collection systems across the entire chain.
Regarding this, OpenAI’s official job description explicitly states that the team’s goal is to develop “general-purpose robots” capable of adapting to dynamic real-world environments, while also exploring various hardware forms. An interesting detail is that the recruitment information for the on-site engineer position reveals that multiple robot workstations have been set up and operating within OpenAI’s data collection environment, indicating that research and development have already entered the practical testing stage.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman also mentioned this in a previous podcast: OpenAI aims to be more than just humanoid robots; it will actively explore robot products in other forms.
With the full implementation of parallel software and hardware development as well as real-world data training systems, large model giants are taking direct action to “shape their bodies”. The era of embodied intelligence, where AI seamlessly interacts with the physical world, may arrive faster than we imagine!