{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dfb798c4ebf89ce0efa28e89","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dfb798c4ebf89ce0efa28e89","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dfb798c4ebf89ce0efa28e89","title":"Applied Scientist II","description":"Overview\nAmazon is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. We're building revolutionary robotic systems that combine cutting-edge AI, sophisticated control systems, and advanced mechanical design to create adaptable automation solutions capable of working safely alongside humans in dynamic environments. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale, working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic dexterous manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nAdvance physics-based simulation fidelity for contact-rich manipulation and locomotion\n\nDesign and build high-performance simulation tools integrated into a robotics design stack\n\nTranslate research ideas into robust, verifiable data\n\nDevelop methods to quantify and reduce simulation-to-reality gaps across design, safety, and control\n\nArchitect scalable simulation solutions for rigid and deformable body dynamics\n\nBuild simulation pipelines optimized for a digital twin level of fidelity\n\nEstablish frameworks for continuous simulation improvement using real-world hardware\n\nCollaborate with engineering, science, and safety teams on simulation requirements and validation\n\nAbout the team\nOur team is building a comprehensive robot simulation and modeling platform for advanced robotics development, combining locomotion and manipulation capabilities. We operate at the cutting edge of physics simulation, reinforcement learning, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and sim-to-real transfer, collaborating with world-class robotics engineers, scientists, and mechanical designers in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.\n\nThis role uniquely combines fundamental research with real-world development. You will pursue core research questions in physics-based simulation while seeing your work translated into real robots, validated on real hardware. Working alongside Robot scientist and designers, you will help transform research ideas into scalable, quantifiable simulation capabilities that directly impact how robots are designed and built.\n\nBASIC QUALIFICATIONS\n\nCurrently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in computer science, computer engineering, or related field\n\n2+ years of science, technology, engineering or related field experience\n\nDeep expertise in physics-based simulation, including rigid and deformable dynamics, contact mechanics, computational geometry, and numerical methods\n\nExperience designing and optimizing physics-based simulation systems for high-performance and large-scale computing environments\n\nStrong programming skills in C++ and Python, with an emphasis on maintainable, performance-critical code\n\nWorking knowledge of modern physics engines such as MuJoCo, Isaac Lab, Drake, and Newton\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\nExperience with reinforcement learning and policy training in simulation\n\nFamiliarity with differentiable physics, learned simulation models, or neural physics engines\n\nBackground in contact-rich manipulation or legged locomotion simulation\n\nExperience with robotics model formats and pipelines (e.g., URDF, SDF, USD)\n\nExpertise in GPU-accelerated computing and algorithms\n\nExperience deploying simulation-trained policies on real robotic systems\n\nDemonstrated research leadership, from project conception through publication and deployment\n\nAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.\n\nAdditional information\nLos Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.\n\nOur inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Amazon.com","rawCompany":"amazoncom","city":"Sunnyvale","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-27T03:25:33.481Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.08","title":"Robotics Engineers","slug":"robotics-engineers"},{"code":"15-1221.00","title":"Computer and Information Research Scientists","slug":"computer-and-information-research-scientists"},{"code":"19-2012.00","title":"Physicists","slug":"physicists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Applied Scientist II","description":"Overview\nAmazon is seeking exceptional talent to help develop the next generation of advanced robotics systems that will transform automation at Amazon's scale. 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This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale, working with world-class teams pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotic dexterous manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nAdvance physics-based simulation fidelity for contact-rich manipulation and locomotion\n\nDesign and build high-performance simulation tools integrated into a robotics design stack\n\nTranslate research ideas into robust, verifiable data\n\nDevelop methods to quantify and reduce simulation-to-reality gaps across design, safety, and control\n\nArchitect scalable simulation solutions for rigid and deformable body dynamics\n\nBuild simulation pipelines optimized for a digital twin level of fidelity\n\nEstablish frameworks for continuous simulation improvement using real-world hardware\n\nCollaborate with engineering, science, and safety teams on simulation requirements and validation\n\nAbout the team\nOur team is building a comprehensive robot simulation and modeling platform for advanced robotics development, combining locomotion and manipulation capabilities. We operate at the cutting edge of physics simulation, reinforcement learning, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and sim-to-real transfer, collaborating with world-class robotics engineers, scientists, and mechanical designers in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.\n\nThis role uniquely combines fundamental research with real-world development. You will pursue core research questions in physics-based simulation while seeing your work translated into real robots, validated on real hardware. Working alongside Robot scientist and designers, you will help transform research ideas into scalable, quantifiable simulation capabilities that directly impact how robots are designed and built.\n\nBASIC QUALIFICATIONS\n\nCurrently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in computer science, computer engineering, or related field\n\n2+ years of science, technology, engineering or related field experience\n\nDeep expertise in physics-based simulation, including rigid and deformable dynamics, contact mechanics, computational geometry, and numerical methods\n\nExperience designing and optimizing physics-based simulation systems for high-performance and large-scale computing environments\n\nStrong programming skills in C++ and Python, with an emphasis on maintainable, performance-critical code\n\nWorking knowledge of modern physics engines such as MuJoCo, Isaac Lab, Drake, and Newton\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\nExperience with reinforcement learning and policy training in simulation\n\nFamiliarity with differentiable physics, learned simulation models, or neural physics engines\n\nBackground in contact-rich manipulation or legged locomotion simulation\n\nExperience with robotics model formats and pipelines (e.g., URDF, SDF, USD)\n\nExpertise in GPU-accelerated computing and algorithms\n\nExperience deploying simulation-trained policies on real robotic systems\n\nDemonstrated research leadership, from project conception through publication and deployment\n\nAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.\n\nAdditional information\nLos Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. 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