Sr. Software Engineer - Simulation
Job Description
Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.
You will join a team developing a state-of-the-art general-purpose robot designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools. It is designed to work alongside humans, to walk like humans do, and to dexterously manipulate objects with its hands and upper body.
We're looking for an experienced Software Simulation Engineer! We are primarily interested in candidates with prior experience in some subset of physics simulation, engine development, world & asset management, and full-simulation-stack software development. In this role, you will collaborate with control and perception engineers to upgrade Apptronik’s robotics simulation, propose and implement new simulation Architecture, and help bridge the gap between simulation and reality.
Must have
- BS/MS/Phd in Computer Science, Robotics / Electrical / Mechanical / Aerospace / Software Engineering, Physics, Applied Math, or similar, preferred
- 2+ years of relevant industry experience, or equivalent
- Relevant simulation project experience
- Experience with some subset of modern simulation tools, such as CoppeliaSim, DART, Drake, Gazebo, IsaacSim, MuJoCo, ODE, Pybullet, Unity, and Unreal Engine
- Understanding of physics (via projects, coursework and/or research)
- Strong proficiency writing high quality C++ in a Linux development environment
- Ability to independently take on open-ended problems and come to a working solution
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
Nice to have
- Experience with Video game development
- Experience with ROS
- Theoretical understanding of robot modeling, kinematics, dynamics, and linear algebra
- General system-level understanding of robotics with ability to communicate between an interdisciplinary team
Qualities
- Creative, curious, analytical, and disciplined
- A passion for building things. Fellow tinkerers are encouraged to apply.
Perks
- Competitive base w/ benefits
- Highly motivating equity incentive package
- Hybrid work schedule (i.e. work from home in some capacity)
- Flexible work hours policy
- Professional development opportunities
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k plan
*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Date Posted
05/03/2023
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