Senior Simulation Software Engineer

Reliable Robotics Corporation

. Develop a robust, deterministic, and scalable software simulation framework to accelerate testing of safety-critical systems .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $215,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing scalable software simulation frameworks for safety-critical systems, with strong capabilities in object-oriented programming using C++ and Python. Proven ability to mentor team members and collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.

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Object Oriented C++Python ScriptingSimulation Systems DevelopmentSafety-Critical Software ExperienceMentoring Team Members

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Hard Skills

Software Simulation Framework DevelopmentModeling Aircraft DynamicsArchitecting Distributed Software FrameworksReal-Time Software DevelopmentPerformance Optimization

Soft Skills

Technical Problem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCollaboration SkillsDocumentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Hardware-In-The-Loop TestingHigh-Fidelity Physics SimulationCloud-Based Monte-Carlo Infrastructure

Industry Keywords

AviationAutomotiveDO-178 ComplianceU.S. Export Control Laws

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop a robust, deterministic, and scalable software simulation framework to accelerate testing of safety-critical systems
Work closely with flight software, guidance/navigation/control, and hardware test engineers to expand the simulation system
Improve the simulation’s core architecture, including performance, reproducibility, and flexibility
Evaluate and drive key project decisions
Mentor team members to improve their skills
Build infrastructure enabling development, test, and deployment of autonomous aircraft software
Work with hardware-in-the-loop test environments, high-fidelity physics simulation stack, and cloud-based Monte-Carlo infrastructure
Enable millions of flight equivalent hours necessary to certify aviation products
Provide fast and accurate feedback on system behavior across flight plans, environmental conditions, and system faults

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years industry experience in simulation systems within aviation, automotive or comparable environments
7+ years professional experience in object oriented C++ and Python (or other scripting languages)
Experience modeling aircraft dynamics
Experience developing simulations for safety-critical / DO-178 software and hardware systems
Experience architecting complex distributed and real-time software frameworks
Strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent documentation and collaboration skills
Capacity to perform in compliance with U.S. export control laws
Documentation legally establishing status as a U.S. person or non-U.S. person, including nationalities in the case of a non-U.S. person

Benefits

Comp & perks

Offers equity
Stock options
Employee medical
401k contribution
Great co-workers
Casual work environment