Engineering Manager - Simulation

About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is a vehicle software supplier that accelerates the adoption of safe and intelligent machines worldwide. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the AI-powered ADAS/AD toolchain, vehicle platform, and autonomy stack to help customers shorten time to market, build high-quality systems, and create next-generation consumer experiences. 18 of the top 20 global automakers trust Applied Intuition’s solutions to drive the production of modern vehicles. Applied Intuition serves the automotive, trucking, construction, mining, agriculture, and defense industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor and Detroit, MI, Washington, D.C., Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com.

Please note that we are an in-office company, which means the expectation is that you would come in to your Applied Intuition office 5 days a week.

About the role

We are looking for an Engineering Manager with strong foundations and experience in simulation. You will help position Applied Intuition as the most advanced vehicle software supplier to the largest OEMs in the world.  You will guide world-class software engineers developing high-fidelity simulation systems that help autonomous vehicle companies validate and verify their technology safely and efficiently. At Applied Intuition, we encourage engineers to take ownership of technical and product decisions, interact closely with users to collect feedback, and contribute to a thoughtful, dynamic team culture.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Lead and mentor a team of simulation software engineers, fostering their growth and professional development while maintaining high performance standards
• Drive technical vision and strategy for our simulation platform, ensuring alignment with company goals and customer needs
• Collaborate with product management to define roadmaps and priorities for simulation features and capabilities
• Partner with customers to understand their simulation needs and translate them into technical requirements
• Oversee the architecture and implementation of complex simulation systems, including physics engines, sensor models, and environmental simulation
• Ensure code quality, testing practices, and technical documentation meet our high standards
• Build and scale engineering processes that enable the team to deliver reliable simulation software
• Participate in recruiting efforts to grow the simulation team with top talent

We’re looking for someone who has:

• 5+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role
• Strong background in simulation, robotics, computer graphics, or related technical fields
• Deep understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices
• Proven track record of delivering complex technical projects on schedule
• Strong programming skills in C++ and/or Python
• BS in Computer Science, Robotics, or related technical field (MS/PhD preferred)

Nice to have:

• Experience with autonomous vehicles, robotics, or other autonomous systems
• Background in physics-based simulation, game engines, or real-time rendering
• Familiarity with sensor simulation (cameras, LiDAR, radar) or object simulation (classical and ML-based planning, prediction, and controls) or related simulation
• Track record of collaboration with customers in a technical role

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

The salary range for this position is $204,000 - $343,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company's compensation practices.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable federal and state law. Applicants should be aware that for external-facing roles that involve close contact with Company employees or other third parties on the Company's premises, accommodations that involve remaining unvaccinated against COVID-19 may not be deemed reasonable. The Company will engage in the interactive process on an individualized basis taking into account the particular position.

Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.