Tactile Simulation Research Engineer, Special Projects (Robotics)

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Salary: $184,700–$324,800 / yr
Posted: 38 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Tactile Simulation Research Engineer, Special Projects (Robotics)

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The Tactile Simulation Research Engineer - Special Projects (Robotics) joins a specialized team of researchers and engineers focused on advancing intelligent robotic systems through the integration of software and hardware solutions. In this role, you will develop and maintain novel simulation architectures for tactile and robotic systems while optimizing fidelity and performance for complex dynamics. You will be responsible for calibrating and validating simulation models against empirical data, resolving numerical stability issues, and documenting research findings for internal use and external publication. The work requires a deep understanding of classical mechanics and contact dynamics to solve problems in perception and control. Required technical skills include proficiency in Python and C++, experience with physics simulation software like Mujoco, IsaacLab, or Drake, and expertise in developing physically-accurate simulations for AI/ML pipelines and tactile sensing applications.

Skills

Python C++ MuJoCo Drake Machine Learning Computer Vision Robotics Mechatronics Physics Simulation Contact Dynamics Numerical Methods Haptics Simulation Architecture

What you'll do

Develop and maintain novel simulation architectures for tactile and robotic systems.
Optimize the fidelity and performance of simulations involving complex dynamics.
Calibrate and validate simulation models against empirical or experimental data.
Identify and resolve numerical stability issues within simulation environments.
Document research findings, methodologies, and technical developments for internal and external use.
Integrate software and hardware solutions to advance perception, control, and intelligence in robotic systems.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
Advanced degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Controls, or a related field is preferred.
6+ years of experience developing dynamic physically-accurate simulations.
Strong foundation in classical mechanics and contact dynamics.
Proficiency in Python and C++ for complex, multi-language systems.
Proficiency in numerical methods and practical experience with physics simulation software.
Experience with tactile sensing, compliant body simulation, or optimizing simulations for AI/ML pipelines.
Experience with specific physics simulators such as Mujoco, IsaacLab, or Drake.