Autonomy Engineer Intern, Simulation & Robotics, 2027 (Zurich)
Core
Architect and implement computer vision and autonomy algorithms for drones, specifically focusing on the core simulator architecture, physics models, and sensor/hardware simulation to validate real-world behavior.
Role type
Research Intern (Simulation & Robotics)
Builds
High-fidelity drone simulation platform (Skydio Simulator) and autonomy stack validation tools
Domain
Robotics, Computer Vision, Simulation, Autonomous Systems
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
C++, Python, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Physics Modeling, Real-time Systems, System Architecture, Debugging, Multithreading
Preferred skills
Robotics experience, Game engines, Physics engines, Hardware abstraction, Low-latency design
Technologies
C++, Python, Simulation frameworks
Responsibilities
Design and evolve simulator architecture; Improve physics and dynamics models; Build sensor and hardware simulations; Integrate and validate autonomy stack; Develop new simulator features; Optimize performance and fidelity
Seniority
Intern
