About the job
Parallel Domain builds simulation platforms that help autonomous vehicles and robots prove their abilities in realistic virtual settings. The company’s simulation core and rendering pipeline form the technical foundation for validating next-generation autonomous systems.
Today, the engineering stack is built on real-time game engine concepts. The team is expanding this core to include advanced methods such as scene reconstruction (with techniques like gaussian splatting and NeRFs), neural rendering, and diffusion-based approaches. Guiding this technical evolution is central to the company’s growth.
Role overview
The Director of Engineering, Simulation & Rendering leads two specialized teams, one focused on simulation and rendering, the other on content creation and technical artistry. This leader reports to the VP of Engineering and is responsible for setting technical direction, shaping the strategic vision, and ensuring the teams deliver on ambitious goals.
Key responsibilities
- Define and communicate the technical and strategic vision for simulation and graphics initiatives
- Recruit, develop, and mentor a team of 10 to 15 engineers and technical artists
- Collaborate across engineering, machine learning, product, and customer-facing teams to deliver new platform capabilities
Collaboration
This role works closely with leaders in engineering, machine learning, product management, and customer engagement to drive technical initiatives and support the platform’s evolution.

