Software Engineer, Simulation
SpaceX
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This role pays more than 91% of similar roles. Most pay $144,350–$208,900 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $255k versus about $177k for comparable roles.
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software
Apple Inc currently has 1984 open roles on FindRole.
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As a Software Engineer Simulation Infrastructure within the Special Projects group, you will work at the intersection of simulation and AI/ML technologies. You will develop a platform for running large-scale integration tests using virtual devices and physical hardware. Your daily responsibilities include building and maintaining backend services, web frontends, and databases to manage test runs and track quality trends. You will also optimize test duration through parallelism and smarter scheduling while ensuring the system remains current with evolving products. The role requires proficiency in Python, React, and relational databases like Postgres, alongside experience with FastAPI or Flask. Technical requirements include knowledge of Kubernetes, containerization, and networking protocols such as TCP/IP and WebSockets. You will solve complex problems involving hardware fleet management, infrastructure automation, and the integration of traditional and generative AI techniques into simulation workflows.
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