Physics Simulation Scientist — Robotics & GPU Solvers

Menlo Ventures; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering AI robotics company is looking for a Physics Simulation Scientist to enhance the simulation and physics-solving backbone of its robotic foundation model. This role involves collaboration with external experts and internal teams to build an advanced open-source simulation stack for robotics. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in physics simulation, GPU programming, and a relevant advanced degree. A base salary range of $100,000 to $300,000 USD is offered.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in physics simulation and GPU optimization.
• Experience with high-fidelity simulators for articulated rigid bodies.
• Strong understanding of dynamics and contact modeling.

Responsibilities

• Improve and develop physics solvers for robotics tasks.
• Design and implement GPU-accelerated solvers.
• Optimize simulation performance on modern GPUs.

Skills

Physics-simulation expertise

CUDA and GPU programming

C++ proficiency

Python proficiency

Experience with physics engines

Education

MS or PhD in Physics, Robotics, or related field

Job description

A pioneering AI robotics company is looking for a Physics Simulation Scientist to enhance the simulation and physics-solving backbone of its robotic foundation model. This role involves collaboration with external experts and internal teams to build an advanced open-source simulation stack for robotics. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in physics simulation, GPU programming, and a relevant advanced degree. A base salary range of $100,000 to $300,000 USD is offered.