Simulation Software Engineer - Robotics & Autonomy

Skydio

San Mateo (CA)

On-site

USD 170,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+
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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.
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