Realtime Robotics Simulator Engineer (C++/Python) + Equity

Skydio Inc.; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Equity in stock options

Comprehensive benefits packages

Paid vacation time

401K savings plan

Job summary

A leading drone technology company based in San Mateo is seeking a Software Engineer to develop the core of their advanced simulator. In this full-time role, you'll work with C++ and Python to ensure high-fidelity simulations that support their autonomy engineers. Ideal candidates have strong software engineering skills and an interest in robotics and simulation. This position also offers a competitive salary, equity options, and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing a diverse workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Strong software engineering experience with C++ and Python.
• Experience building complex systems where performance and correctness matter.
• Interest in robotics, simulation, or physical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the foundational architecture of the Skydio Simulator.
• Improve and extend physics models governing vehicle motion.
• Build high-fidelity simulations of onboard components.
• Run and validate the full autonomy stack in simulation.

Skills

C++

Python

Software engineering

Complex systems

Time-synchronized systems

Job description

A leading drone technology company based in San Mateo is seeking a Software Engineer to develop the core of their advanced simulator. In this full-time role, you'll work with C++ and Python to ensure high-fidelity simulations that support their autonomy engineers. Ideal candidates have strong software engineering skills and an interest in robotics and simulation. This position also offers a competitive salary, equity options, and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing a diverse workplace culture.