The role focuses on developing and optimizing a simulation platform for Qualcomm's robotics products, emphasizing the integration of AI infrastructure. The team is responsible for creating a high-performance simulator that supports various robotic applications, including manipulation and navigation. This position requires strong software engineering skills and a solid understanding of robotics simulation. The candidate will work closely with AI operations and other engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
• PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals with production code experience.
• A working grasp of simulation as applied to robotics or the aptitude to build one quickly.

• Design and build core simulator subsystems for various robotic scenarios.
• Profile and optimize simulation and training workloads to maintain high throughput.
• Integrate and extend best-in-class open engines behind clean interfaces.
• Build high-throughput paths for policy training and synthetic data generation.
• Make simulation a release gate by implementing scenario suites and benchmarks.
• Enable continuous learning workflows in partnership with the AI operations team.
• Stand up hardware-in-the-loop configurations to quantify simulation and reality divergence.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure simulation integrates with the overall program.
• Write and review technical documentation and design rationale for complex software projects.

• Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.