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Behavior Technician roles in applied behavior analysis qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or a related field. Australian nationals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without entering a lottery, making U.S. ABA clinics and school districts accessible employers year-round.
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The Onboard Behavior Model Architecture team is responsible for developing deep learning models that leverage data and compute at large scale to train driving models. We learn and predict behaviors from large scale expert data and large scale reinforcement learning to produce a ML driver that is safe, comfortable, and completes the mission. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Onboard Perception, Cost Planner, Simulation, Validation, Data Science, Systems Engineering, QA, and ML Infra teams.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will:
- Lead a Team: Manage, mentor, and grow a team of individual contributors, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Develop Strategy: Develop and organize our overall strategy for Onboard Behavior ML Models for generating driving plans for our autonomous vehicle. You will interface with multiple partner teams to identify opportunities for model improvements within their problem area. You’ll be setting the short and long term technical direction for the team and collaborate on broader company-wide directions.
- Provide technical guidance and leadership in the design and development of training models at large scale and work with partner teams on ensuring their efficient inference.
- Monitor Performance: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of work packages and drive continuous improvement.
- Manage Resources: Manage the allocation of resources within the team, ensuring that projects are staffed appropriately and that team members have the necessary tools and support to succeed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Expertise with Reinforcement Learning and Machine Learning for at least one of these areas: Planning, LLMs, VLAs/VLMs, recommendation systems.
- Extensive experience with programming and algorithm design, strong mathematics skills.
- MS or PhD degree in computer science or related field.
- 5+ years of experience with production Machine Learning pipelines, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Conference or Journal publications in Machine Learning or Robotics related venues.
- Prior experience working with autonomous vehicles or robotics, diffusion models, large scale training.
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary Range: There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
INTRODUCTION
The Onboard Behavior Model Architecture team is responsible for developing deep learning models that leverage data and compute at large scale to train driving models. We learn and predict behaviors from large scale expert data and large scale reinforcement learning to produce a ML driver that is safe, comfortable, and completes the mission. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Onboard Perception, Cost Planner, Simulation, Validation, Data Science, Systems Engineering, QA, and ML Infra teams.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will:
- Lead a Team: Manage, mentor, and grow a team of individual contributors, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Develop Strategy: Develop and organize our overall strategy for Onboard Behavior ML Models for generating driving plans for our autonomous vehicle. You will interface with multiple partner teams to identify opportunities for model improvements within their problem area. You’ll be setting the short and long term technical direction for the team and collaborate on broader company-wide directions.
- Provide technical guidance and leadership in the design and development of training models at large scale and work with partner teams on ensuring their efficient inference.
- Monitor Performance: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of work packages and drive continuous improvement.
- Manage Resources: Manage the allocation of resources within the team, ensuring that projects are staffed appropriately and that team members have the necessary tools and support to succeed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Expertise with Reinforcement Learning and Machine Learning for at least one of these areas: Planning, LLMs, VLAs/VLMs, recommendation systems.
- Extensive experience with programming and algorithm design, strong mathematics skills.
- MS or PhD degree in computer science or related field.
- 5+ years of experience with production Machine Learning pipelines, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Conference or Journal publications in Machine Learning or Robotics related venues.
- Prior experience working with autonomous vehicles or robotics, diffusion models, large scale training.
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary Range: There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Behavior Technician
Verify your credential equivalency early
Australian bachelor's degrees in psychology or education are accepted for E-3 visa purposes, but your employer's HR team may not know this. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before your first interview to remove any doubt.
Target employers with existing LCA filing history
ABA therapy networks, school districts, and pediatric clinics that have filed Labor Condition Applications before already understand the DOL process. Prioritize these organizations over practices that have never sponsored a foreign national.
Clarify BCBA supervision requirements upfront
Many U.S. states require Behavior Technicians to work under a licensed BCBA. Confirm the employer has a supervising BCBA on staff before accepting an offer, since the LCA must reflect a genuine specialty occupation role.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to coordinate your LCA
The Labor Condition Application must be certified by the DOL before your consulate appointment. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so your employer doesn't need to manage an unfamiliar government process alone.
Book your consulate appointment after LCA certification
Your Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth consulate appointment can't proceed until the DOL certifies the LCA. Request that your employer submit the LCA at least three weeks before your target interview date to avoid scheduling delays.
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E-3 Visa Behavior Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Behavior Technician jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search Behavior Technician roles filtered for E-3 sponsorship eligibility. Many ABA clinics, school districts, and pediatric behavioral health providers sponsor E-3 visas, but they don't always flag it in job postings. Searching through Migrate Mate surfaces employers with active sponsorship history so you're not guessing.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Behavior Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires at least a bachelor's degree in psychology, education, behavior analysis, or a closely related field. Roles where the employer accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field can face scrutiny at the consulate. A job description that specifies a relevant degree field strengthens your application significantly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Behavior Technicians?
The E-3 has a dedicated 10,500-visa annual allocation for Australian nationals that has never been fully used, so there's no lottery and no wait. H-1B visa requires entering a randomized lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate. For Australian Behavior Technicians, the E-3 is the practical path because sponsorship can begin any time of year without lottery risk.
Can I switch employers or locations after getting my E-3 as a Behavior Technician?
You can change employers, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp or an amended status before starting work. Relocating to a different state also requires a new LCA reflecting the prevailing wage for that location, since DOL wage requirements vary by geographic area.