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RTL2 Fernsehen GmbH & Co. KG

Senior Software Engineer, Simulation Engine

sunnyvale, CA

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Job Description

The Simulation group is solving one of self-driving’s most difficult problems: evaluating the performance of the autonomous driving software stack before it reaches public roads.

As a software engineer on the Simulation Engine team, you will drive the development of our simulation frameworks that enable high‑fidelity and high‑performance validation of the autonomy stack, as well as the gym environment for reinforcement learning model training. We are looking for an engineer passionate about providing the best developer experience and who can effectively drive collaborations across large engineering organizations. This role will lead you to learn the ins and outs of our autonomous driving software stack, simulation frameworks, and RL model training.

Required Skills

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Machine Learning or equivalent experience

5+ years relevant industry experience

Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.

Clear track record of effective collaboration with customers and continuous delivery of quality results in a hybrid or remote workplace. Comfortable collaborating across large engineering organizations.

Passion for safe, fully‑electric, self‑driving technology and its impact on the world

Desired Skills

Experience with building or extending AV/Robotic simulation

Experience working on game engines such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or PhysX.

Experience with reinforcement learning, gym environment, or LLM.

Strong programming skills in modern C++ and Object‑oriented Design.

Compensation

The expected base compensation for this role is: $148,000 - $226,200. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Potential commissions, if applicable.

Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits

GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

Non‑Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

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Worksite address

sunnyvale, CA, 94087, US

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