About SteerAI

SteerAI is an autonomous mobility technology company powered by VentureOne, the commercialization arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council. SteerAI’s advanced AI-powered autonomy stack, developed by the Technology Innovation Institute, empowers the logistics and defense industries by turning industrial vehicles into autonomous powerhouses that can handle complex off-road missions, transforming operations and protecting organizations' most important assets: Their workforce.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a hands-on and proactive Simulation Engineer to lead the development of high-fidelity, modular simulation environments that accelerate the testing and deployment of autonomous ground vehicles. You’ll collaborate closely with autonomy, perception, and integration teams to translate real-world behavior into scalable virtual testbeds and help shape the future of our simulation-first validation pipeline.

This is a unique opportunity to build cutting-edge systems from the ground up at a frontier robotics startup backed by world-class R&D and venture leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a modular simulation platform for autonomous mobile robotics.
• Design realistic digital twins of robots, environments, and scenarios for testing.
• Run and analyze Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) simulations.
• Work closely with autonomy teams to test, iterate, and validate perception and control algorithms.
• Integrate simulation environments with game engines and robotic middleware (ROS2, Gazebo).
• Optimize simulation performance for faster iteration, scalability, and fidelity.
• Support CI/CD testing pipelines for simulated testing and regression tracking.
• Document test plans, simulation workflows, and usage guidelines for internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to the design and execution of simulation experiments to evaluate system robustness.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in simulation, robotics, or game development.
• Strong programming skills in C++, Python, or C#, with adherence to software best practices.
• Familiarity with ROS1/2, Gazebo, Rviz, and Linux development environments.
• Experience with Docker, Git, and modern DevOps workflows.
• Understanding of robotic components—sensors, actuators, control systems, and dynamics.
• Hands-on experience building 3D models or simulation worlds.
• Proficient in debugging and optimizing complex, multi-threaded systems.
• Comfortable collaborating cross-functionally in fast-paced environments.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or related field.

Bonus Points

• Experience with Unreal Engine, Unity, Carla, Autoware, or V-REP.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics modeling and sensor simulation.
• Exposure to CI/CD for robotics and experience with Serial Communications (e.g., CAN, Ethernet).
• Passion for autonomous systems and continuous learning.

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the Autonomous Robotics industry. Our work culture is collaborative and inclusive, with a strong focus on innovation and personal growth.

If you're passionate about advancing the frontiers of autonomous mobility and eager to shape the simulation backbone of next-gen robotics platforms, apply now and help us build the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.