Tactile Simulation Research Engineer Special Projects (Robotics)

We are seeking research scientists and engineers with strong backgrounds across mechatronics controls haptics robotics simulation and machine learning to drive breakthrough innovations in intelligent robotic systems. This position requires a hands-on approach integrating software and hardware solutions to push the boundaries of perception control and intelligence. You will work alongside world-class researchers and engineers contributing to technologies that power the Apple ecosystem.

We are a team of best-in-the-world research scientists and engineers with deep experience in computer vision machine learning robotics haptics and related areas. We work on exciting new technologies that bring joy to millions of our daily work the team stays innovative productive and fun by sharing some key values: nnPassion for the mission: Were here to make something extraordinary. We seek whatever work is right and strive for the best possible results. nModesty: The right answer is more significant than being right. We search for solutions as a team and value clear-eyed feedback. nLean habits: You cant grow without limits. Time constraints and big goals encourage us to sharpen our focus and learn to make phenomenal decisions.

Develop and maintain novel simulation architectures for tactile and robotic fidelity and performance of simulations with complex and validate simulation models against empirical or experimental and resolve numerical stability across disciplines leverage expertise and advance impact across multiple research findings methodologies and technical developments for internal knowledge sharing and external publications.

6 years of relevant experience developing dynamic physically-accurate foundation in classical mechanics and contact proficiency in Python and C with experience in complex multi-language proficiency in numerical methods and practical experience in physics simulation analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving to work effectively in multidisciplinary degree in Engineering Robotics Computer Science or a related field.

Advanced degree in Robotics Mechatronics Controls or a related with tactile sensing or compliant body optimizing simulation performance for AI/ML with a wide range of physics simulation software and their contact mechanics (e.g. Mujoco IssacLab simulator Drake etc.).nDemonstrated experience validating simulation results against physical test data or analytical benchmarks.