Senior Software Engineer, Simulation Tooling
Mytra
RemoteRemote$180,000 - $205,000 a yearFull Time
Job Description
About Mytra:
We’re creating an entirely new way to solve the most ubiquitous problem in industry - moving and storing material. We’re applying robotics and distributed software to create a new class of product for this $1T market. We’re focused on the supply chain industry first. The industry is in a massive bind with the continued growth of e-commerce, sharp rise in costs, and supply chain disruptions. What has been a “sleepy” industry for decades is now at the epicenter of sustaining the global economy.
About the role:
Mytra’s Software team is looking for a senior software engineer to develop and scale the core backend systems that power our simulation and system validation environments. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in developing high-performance Python systems beyond traditional API development — working on multi-threaded processes, simulation environments, and backend infrastructure that bridges the gap between real-world robotics and virtual environments.
In this role you will collaborate closely with simulation engineers and other cross-functional teams across software, firmware, and robotics to develop performant, flexible, and scalable simulation tools, optimize performance, and ensure system reliability. Your work will directly impact the fidelity, scalability, and speed of Mytra’s simulation ecosystem by enabling rapid experimentation, system validation, and “what-if” scenario analysis.
Responsibilities:
Design, build, and maintain backend systems for large-scale simulation and system validation environments
Develop multi-threaded and process-driven Python applications to support high-performance simulation workloads and distributed processes
Directly partner with simulation engineers, helping to integrate physical models, task schedules, and robot behaviors into scalable and extensible simulation services
Collaborate with robotics, firmware, and infrastructure teams to ensure simulation fidelity and integration with real-world systems
Lead the development of core simulation SDKs and reusable Python modules for internal use
Build automated validation and test harnesses for continuous system performance evaluation
Monitor, optimize, and scale simulation services across distributed or containerized environments
Mentor other engineers and contribute to overall engineering best practices at Mytra
Participate in design reviews, system architecture discussions, and performance tuning sessions
Qualifications:
5+ years of industry experience
Strong proficiency with systems-level development including multi-threading, multiprocessing, and system process management
Experience in Python
Experience building and maintaining long-running backend services or distributed systems
Experience with testing frameworks and continuous integration pipelines (unit, integration, regression)
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with attention to performance and reliability
Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Nice to Have:
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience developing SDKs, simulation frameworks, or internal developer tools
Familiarity with SimPy or other discrete-event simulation libraries
Background in warehouse operations, system simulation, system validation, or software-in-the-loop (SIL) environments
Experience with cloud infrastructure (GCP, AWS, or Azure)
Exposure to robotics systems or embedded software environments
If not Python, C++, Rust or Go are equivalents
A Final Note:
You’re encouraged to apply even if you can’t take on every example project in its totality. We
work closely and collaboratively at Mytra - No one takes on projects alone. We seek people who
are eager to work together, learn new things, and bring unique perspectives.
Benefits Include:
Competitive compensation and equity grants at a high-growth company backed by top-tier VCs
Fully subsidized health coverage, including medical (baseline plans), dental, and vision for employees and dependents
401(k) plans and employer-subsidized life insurance
Fully subsidized lunch and snacks at HQ—we eat and share stories together at the “long” table
Generous PTO and company-paid holidays, including one week over the winter break so everyone can recharge together
Voluntary pet insurance, voluntary life insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Fully subsidized tax advisory services and education to help you understand your equity
Commuter benefits, including a up to $150 monthly commuter benefit
Lively, modern combined office and lab space where we rapidly iterate through design, build, and test phases
Fully equipped onsite gym and showers at headquarters
Pay Notice:
Compensation for this position will be negotiated based on the candidate's experience level and location. The posted salary band is applicable only to the San Francisco Bay Area and is subject to change.
The pay range for this role is:
180,000 - 205,000 USD per year(Remote)
We’re creating an entirely new way to solve the most ubiquitous problem in industry - moving and storing material. We’re applying robotics and distributed software to create a new class of product for this $1T market. We’re focused on the supply chain industry first. The industry is in a massive bind with the continued growth of e-commerce, sharp rise in costs, and supply chain disruptions. What has been a “sleepy” industry for decades is now at the epicenter of sustaining the global economy.
About the role:
Mytra’s Software team is looking for a senior software engineer to develop and scale the core backend systems that power our simulation and system validation environments. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in developing high-performance Python systems beyond traditional API development — working on multi-threaded processes, simulation environments, and backend infrastructure that bridges the gap between real-world robotics and virtual environments.
In this role you will collaborate closely with simulation engineers and other cross-functional teams across software, firmware, and robotics to develop performant, flexible, and scalable simulation tools, optimize performance, and ensure system reliability. Your work will directly impact the fidelity, scalability, and speed of Mytra’s simulation ecosystem by enabling rapid experimentation, system validation, and “what-if” scenario analysis.
Responsibilities:
Design, build, and maintain backend systems for large-scale simulation and system validation environments
Develop multi-threaded and process-driven Python applications to support high-performance simulation workloads and distributed processes
Directly partner with simulation engineers, helping to integrate physical models, task schedules, and robot behaviors into scalable and extensible simulation services
Collaborate with robotics, firmware, and infrastructure teams to ensure simulation fidelity and integration with real-world systems
Lead the development of core simulation SDKs and reusable Python modules for internal use
Build automated validation and test harnesses for continuous system performance evaluation
Monitor, optimize, and scale simulation services across distributed or containerized environments
Mentor other engineers and contribute to overall engineering best practices at Mytra
Participate in design reviews, system architecture discussions, and performance tuning sessions
Qualifications:
5+ years of industry experience
Strong proficiency with systems-level development including multi-threading, multiprocessing, and system process management
Experience in Python
Experience building and maintaining long-running backend services or distributed systems
Experience with testing frameworks and continuous integration pipelines (unit, integration, regression)
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with attention to performance and reliability
Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Nice to Have:
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience developing SDKs, simulation frameworks, or internal developer tools
Familiarity with SimPy or other discrete-event simulation libraries
Background in warehouse operations, system simulation, system validation, or software-in-the-loop (SIL) environments
Experience with cloud infrastructure (GCP, AWS, or Azure)
Exposure to robotics systems or embedded software environments
If not Python, C++, Rust or Go are equivalents
A Final Note:
You’re encouraged to apply even if you can’t take on every example project in its totality. We
work closely and collaboratively at Mytra - No one takes on projects alone. We seek people who
are eager to work together, learn new things, and bring unique perspectives.
Benefits Include:
Competitive compensation and equity grants at a high-growth company backed by top-tier VCs
Fully subsidized health coverage, including medical (baseline plans), dental, and vision for employees and dependents
401(k) plans and employer-subsidized life insurance
Fully subsidized lunch and snacks at HQ—we eat and share stories together at the “long” table
Generous PTO and company-paid holidays, including one week over the winter break so everyone can recharge together
Voluntary pet insurance, voluntary life insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Fully subsidized tax advisory services and education to help you understand your equity
Commuter benefits, including a up to $150 monthly commuter benefit
Lively, modern combined office and lab space where we rapidly iterate through design, build, and test phases
Fully equipped onsite gym and showers at headquarters
Pay Notice:
Compensation for this position will be negotiated based on the candidate's experience level and location. The posted salary band is applicable only to the San Francisco Bay Area and is subject to change.
The pay range for this role is:
180,000 - 205,000 USD per year(Remote)