Senior Robotics Engineer (Simulation)

We are looking for Simulation Engineers to drive simulation automation, high-fidelity synthetic data pipelines, and virtual validation for autonomous machinery. In this role, you will work hands-on with NVIDIA technologies, develop simulation AI agents, and build robust SimOps workflows that streamline testing and drastically reduce manual engineering effort across the autonomy lifecycle. This is a remote role with pre-approved travel to client sites.

Essential functions

• Bring robot and machine behavior into simulation and connect it to the autonomy stack through ROS 2.
• Build and tune controllers, planners and learned policies in Isaac Sim / Isaac Lab.
• Support autonomy validation with scenario-based simulation tests.
• Close the sim-to-real gap together with the physics and sensor engineers.
• Build agents that automate behavior testing and scenario runs.

Qualifications

• Robot or vehicle behavior and autonomy in simulation: NVIDIA Isaac Sim and Isaac Lab.
• ROS 2 integration between autonomy software and the simulator.
• Controls and planning: can implement and tune controllers and planners for simulated robots or vehicles.
• Sim-to-real: has taken behaviors, policies or tests from simulation to real hardware.
• Has built simulation AI agents or automation. Python; C++.
• Skills: NVIDIA Isaac Sim, Isaac Lab, ROS 2, controls, motion planning, sim-to-real, reinforcement learning, simulation AI agents, Python, C++.

Would be a plus

• Reinforcement learning or imitation learning in Isaac Lab.
• Autonomy validation with scenario-based testing in simulation.
• Mobile machines, off-road vehicles or heavy equipment.

We offer

• Opportunity to work on bleeding-edge projects
• Work with a highly motivated and dedicated team
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Benefits package - medical insurance, sports
• Corporate social events
• Professional development opportunities
• Well-equipped office

About us

Grid Dynamics (NASDAQ: GDYN) is a leading provider of technology consulting, platform and product engineering, AI, and advanced analytics services. Fusing technical vision with business acumen, we solve the most pressing technical challenges and enable positive business outcomes for enterprise companies undergoing business transformation. A key differentiator for Grid Dynamics is our 8 years of experience and leadership in enterprise AI, supported by profound expertise and ongoing investment in data, analytics, cloud & DevOps, application modernization and customer experience. Founded in 2006, Grid Dynamics is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices across the Americas, Europe, and India.