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Staff Software Engineer - Robotic Simulation

ApptronikAustin, TX
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Simulation Infrastructure: Take ownership of the technical roadmap and architecture of our core simulation platform, constructing high-performance digital twins that are integral for Reinforcement Learning (RL) and Vision-Language-Action (VLA) model training, controls validation, and CI/CD integration testing. Massively Parallel Infrastructure: Design and scale cloud-native simulation pipelines capable of generating millions of experience hours daily, utilizing distributed computing frameworks to parallelize physics and rendering for swift policy iteration. High-Fidelity Sim-to-Real Transfer: Close the reality gap by developing advanced contact models and actuator dynamics, ensuring that policies trained in simulation seamlessly transfer to physical humanoid hardware. Photorealistic Perception & World Building: Lead the creation of sensor-realistic environments (camera, LiDAR, depth) that challenge the perception stack, crafting dynamic and diverse worlds essential for strengthening robot vision capabilities. Technical Strategy & Leadership: Act as the technical authority on simulation development, providing guidance and mentorship to team members.

About the job

At Apptronik, we are revolutionizing the robotics landscape by creating AI-powered robots designed to enhance human life across various sectors. Our flagship creation, Apollo, is a humanoid robot engineered for thoughtful collaboration with people, initially focusing on critical industries like manufacturing and logistics, with expansive future potential in healthcare, home assistance, and beyond.

We are at the forefront of embodied AI, deploying our expertise throughout the entire robotics stack to address some of society's most pressing challenges. Join our dedicated team as we prepare to launch Apollo at scale, tackling intricate issues such as safety, commercialization, and mass production to make a meaningful impact on the world.

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for a Staff Simulation Engineer to lead the architecture and development of our essential simulation infrastructure—the powerhouse behind our reinforcement learning and control initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the ongoing development, enhancement, and upkeep of our simulation environments, ensuring the platform is robust, high-performance, and highly parallelized. You will be responsible for the technical roadmap of our simulation tools, guaranteeing seamless integration with robot control systems and learning frameworks to equip our teams with the foundational infrastructure necessary for advancing next-generation autonomous behaviors.

About Apptronik

Apptronik is a pioneering human-centered robotics firm dedicated to developing AI-driven robots that enrich human endeavors in every aspect of life. Our innovative approach prioritizes collaboration between humans and our technology, ensuring that our robots serve meaningful purposes across various industries.

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