--- title: Senior Applied Scientist, Robotics Simulation at Amazon description: Amazon is hiring for the Senior Applied Scientist, Robotics Simulation role in Bellevue, WA. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/senior-applied-scientist-robotics-simulation-at-amazon-01a1172e-8e5c-7887-a1aa-b77d6b3294e3 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Amazon as Senior Applied Scientist, Robotics Simulation in Bellevue, WA. Pays $167.1K–$226.1K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/wnlw78.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Amazon](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/amazon?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Massachusetts | | **Salary** | $167.1K/yr - $226.1K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 07, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Amazon sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 25,968 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Amazon. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $129,000 – $178,000 a year (median $158,000). ## Description Amazon 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. This role presents an opportunity to shape the future of robotics through innovative applications of deep learning and large language models. We are seeking a Simulation Applied Scientist to advance the state of the art in physics-based simulation for advanced robotics systems. This role blends research and practical engineering to develop novel simulation methodologies that accelerate robot development and reduce the simulation-to-reality gap, translating theoretical advances into real-world impact. The ideal candidate will work at the intersection of theory and practice, contributing research that directly informs deployed robotic systems. You will join a team that is redefining how robots learn, adapt, and interact with complex, real-world environments. This role uniquely combines fundamental research with real-world deployment. You will pursue core research questions in physics-based simulation while seeing your work translated into production systems, validated on real hardware, and informed by deployment data. Working alongside Simulation Software Engineers, you will help transform research ideas into scalable, production-grade simulation capabilities that directly impact how robots are designed, trained, and deployed. Key job responsibilities \- Advance physics-based simulation fidelity for contact-rich manipulation and locomotion \- Design and build high-performance simulation tools integrated into a production robotics stack \- Translate research ideas into robust, scalable software pipelines \- Develop methods to quantify and reduce simulation-to-reality gaps across design, safety, and control \- Architect scalable simulation solutions for rigid and deformable body dynamics \- Build simulation pipelines optimized for large-scale reinforcement and policy learning \- Establish frameworks for continuous simulation improvement using real-world deployment data \- Collaborate with engineering, science, and safety teams on simulation requirements and validation About the team Our team is building a comprehensive simulation platform for advanced robotics development, combining locomotion and manipulation capabilities. We operate at the cutting edge of physics simulation, reinforcement learning, and sim-to-real transfer, collaborating with world-class robotics engineers, applied scientists, and mechanical designers in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. ## Basic Qualifications \- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language \- PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field \- Strong publication record in simulation, robotics, or computer graphics \- Demonstrated ability to advance state of the art through novel research \- Deep expertise in physics-based simulation, including rigid and deformable dynamics, contact mechanics, computational geometry, and numerical methods \- Experience designing and optimizing physics-based simulation systems for high-performance and large-scale computing environments \- Working knowledge of modern physics engines such as MuJoCo, Isaac Lab, Drake, and Newton \- Proven ability to bridge simulation and real-world robotic systems, from modeling and validation through deployment ## Preferred Qualifications \- Experience with reinforcement learning and policy training in simulation \- Familiarity with differentiable physics, learned simulation models, or neural physics engines \- Background in contact-rich manipulation or legged locomotion simulation \- Experience with robotics model formats and pipelines (e.g., URDF, SDF, USD) \- Expertise in GPU-accelerated computing and algorithms \- Experience deploying simulation-trained policies on real robotic systems \- Demonstrated research leadership, from project conception through publication and deployment Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. 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