Robotics Software Engineer - Sim-to-Real

NVIDIA|21 Jul 2026

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Listed location: Switzerland, Zurich

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Job Description

Join NVIDIA's world-class team as a Robotics Software Engineer - Sim-to-Real in Zurich, Switzerland, and be part of the ambitious journey to redefine the future of robotics! You will work on groundbreaking projects that transform advancements in simulation into real-world applications, making a significant impact on both our technology and the world.

What you'll be doing:

Lead the forefront of Physical AI progress in both simulated and real humanoid robots by building the humanoid reference platform that features NVIDIA's robotics technologies.
Work together with various groups to seamlessly incorporate NVIDIA robotics products like Jetson Thor, Isaac Sim/Lab, Isaac ROS into all-encompassing solutions for humanoid robots.
Work on making things function seamlessly on real robots in our Zurich lab, focusing on training and deploying whole-body controllers, manipulation policies (VLA/WAM) and embedded agents (CaP).

What we need to see:

5 years of experience in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related field, with proven experience in the industry.
Proficiency in C++ and Python programming languages and experience applying them to real-time robotics systems.
Hands-on experience with both simulated and physical robots.
In-depth knowledge of tools and libraries for robotics and learning, including PyTorch, ROS2, and physics simulators like Isaac Sim or Newton.
Experience with learning-based robotics such as sim-to-real RL training, VLA fine-tuning, or embedded/code-as-policy agents.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

Proven experience using NVIDIA robotics tools (Isaac Sim/Lab, Isaac ROS, Isaac GR00T) and hardware (Jetson platform).
Practical experience handling humanoid robots in a commercial or academic setting.
Extensive hands-on experience with robotic systems that demonstrate your ability to effectively apply complex solutions.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Skills mentioned

PythonPyTorch

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