Robotics Modeling & Simulation Engineer

Socket.dev; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Engineer to advance robot and environment models and the simulation pipeline. You will define simulation requirements, develop high-fidelity yet efficient mathematical models of robots and scenes, and balance fidelity with computational complexity.

Working closely with the Simulation, Motion Planning & Controls, and Field Operations teams, you will integrate simulation into CI/CD pipelines and enable simulation-driven design, development and

Qualifications

• Must have an advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience modelling complex dynamic systems.
• Ability to lead large, strategic development efforts.
• Willingness to collaborate under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Define simulation requirements and develop high-fidelity models.
• Balance fidelity with computational efficiency for scalable use.
• Integrate simulations into CI/CD pipelines and global workflows.
• Collaborate with Simulation, Planning and Operations teams.

Skills

Mathematical modeling

System ownership

CI/CD integration

Performance optimization

Robotics simulation

3D world models

GPU acceleration

Cloud deployment

HiL testing

Simulation test design

Deadline-driven collaboration

Education

MS or PhD in engineering, mathematics, computer science or a related discipline

Tools

Isaac Sim

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Engineer to advance robot and environment models and the simulation pipeline. You will define simulation requirements, develop high-fidelity yet efficient mathematical models of robots and scenes, and balance fidelity with computational complexity.

Working closely with the Simulation, Motion Planning & Controls, and Field Operations teams, you will integrate simulation into CI/CD pipelines and enable simulation-driven design, development and