Simulation Platform Lead — Autonomous Robotics

Socket.dev; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 208,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

401(k)

Equity

Sick Time, Unlimited Flexible Time Off

Job summary

Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress. We are seeking a Technical Lead for Simulation to own the architecture of our simulation platform and the validation that gates autonomy releases.

You will lead log replay, scenario execution, and cross‑functional collaboration across autonomy engineering, safety, and testing teams. This hands-on role requires expertise in C++/Python and experience with autonomous robotics platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Robotics/EE/ME/Aerospace with 8+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Platform architecture: design the simulation platform with clock/step control, determinism, and log storage.

Skills

C++

Python

Leadership

Simulation

Log Replay

Autonomous Vehicles

Mentoring

AI tooling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Tools

Robotics middleware

Job description

Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress. We are seeking a Technical Lead for Simulation to own the architecture of our simulation platform and the validation that gates autonomy releases.

You will lead log replay, scenario execution, and cross‑functional collaboration across autonomy engineering, safety, and testing teams. This hands-on role requires expertise in C++/Python and experience with autonomous robotics platforms.