Simulation Software Engineer - Robotics & Autonomy

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

Job summary

A technology company based in San Mateo is seeking a software engineer to develop core components of their advanced simulator. You will work deeply in C++ and Python within a performance-critical environment, collaborating with various engineers to create high-fidelity simulations. Ideal candidates should have strong software development skills and an interest in robotics, while prior experience in the field is not mandatory. The role offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 - $240,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience building complex systems where performance, determinism, or correctness matter.
• Comfort reasoning about time-synchronized systems.
• Ability to work in an evolving codebase.

Responsibilities

• Develop core simulator components in C++ and Python.
• Collaborate with engineers to align simulation behavior.
• Debug interactions between physics, sensors, and autonomy.

Skills

Strong software engineering experience

C++

Python

Performance and correctness

Interest in robotics

Job description

A technology company based in San Mateo is seeking a software engineer to develop core components of their advanced simulator. You will work deeply in C++ and Python within a performance-critical environment, collaborating with various engineers to create high-fidelity simulations. Ideal candidates should have strong software development skills and an interest in robotics, while prior experience in the field is not mandatory. The role offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 - $240,000 per year.