Principal Robotics Simulation Architect

Berkshire Grey; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Grey is a leader in AI-powered robotics, delivering intelligent automation solutions for e-commerce, retail, and logistics. In the role of Principal Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you will lead the development of high-fidelity simulation platforms and digital twins that drive system design, validation, and deployment.

This role blends advanced software engineering with modeling and simulation, enabling rapid development, testing, and optimization of complex robotic systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 8+ years of professional experience in software development with a focus on modeling, simulation, or complex systems.
• Strong development expertise in Python and/or C++.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver large-scale simulation and software systems.
• Operate autonomously and drive projects from concept to production.
• Define and communicate technical strategy, tradeoffs, and priorities.
• Navigate and contribute to large, complex codebases.
• Apply an MVP mindset while scaling solutions from prototype to production.

Skills

Python

C++

Modeling & Simulation

Distributed systems

Linux / Ubuntu

Git / Jira

MBSE concepts

API/SDK development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field

Tools

Emulate3D/Sim3D

NVIDIA Omniverse

Docker

Kubernetes

NoSQL (MongoDB)

HIL/SIL testing tools

Job description

Berkshire Grey is a leader in AI-powered robotics, delivering intelligent automation solutions for e-commerce, retail, and logistics. In the role of Principal Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you will lead the development of high-fidelity simulation platforms and digital twins that drive system design, validation, and deployment.

This role blends advanced software engineering with modeling and simulation, enabling rapid development, testing, and optimization of complex robotic systems.