Physics Engine Development Engineer, Optimus Tesla IncPhysics Engine Development Engineer, OptimusPalo Alto, CA$124,000–$285,600 / yearThis individual will join a team of dedicated professionals who share a common goal of creating the world's most advanced physics engine, a critical component in the development of robust robot controllers and controller-hardware co-optimization. This endeavor requires a multidisciplinary approach, combining expertise from mechanical, electrical, controls, software, and manufacturing engineering disciplines in a highly collaborative environment.
Design Physics - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryDesign Physics - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAOur mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.
Internship, Robotics Physics Modeling Engineer, Model Based Design, Optimus (Winter/Spring 2027) Tesla IncInternship, Robotics Physics Modeling Engineer, Model Based Design, Optimus (Winter/Spring 2027)Palo Alto, CA$20–$55 / hourWelcome to Tesla s Optimus Robotics Team, the epicenter of innovation, where we re not just designing humanoid bi-pedal robots like the Tesla Bot; we re creating a revolution in automation for repetitive tasks. Analysis skills including statics, multibody dynamics, vibration, kinematics, stress, fatigue and thermal analyses; proficency in multibody dynamics modeling and simulation of robotics systems preferred.
Experimental Low-Energy Nuclear Physics - Postdoctoral Researcher Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryExperimental Low-Energy Nuclear Physics - Postdoctoral ResearcherLivermore, CAAn employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow.
Robot Physics Modeling Engineer, Model Based Design, Optimus Tesla IncRobot Physics Modeling Engineer, Model Based Design, OptimusPalo Alto, CA$140,000–$300,000 / yearWelcome to Tesla's Optimus Robotics Team, the epicenter of innovation, where we're not just designing humanoid bi-pedal robots like the Tesla Bot; we're creating a revolution in automation for repetitive tasks and pioneering wheeled robots for manufacturing and autonomous logistics. Analysis skills including statics, multibody dynamics, vibration, kinematics, stress, fatigue and thermal analyses; proficency in multibody dynamics modeling and simulation of robotics systems preferred.
Internship, Physics Engine Development Engineer, Optimus (Summer 2027) Tesla IncInternship, Physics Engine Development Engineer, Optimus (Summer 2027)Palo Alto, CA$20–$55 / hourOur year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. Consider before submitting an application: This position is expected to start May 2027 and continue through Spring term (ending approximately September 2027) or continuing into Fall 2027 if available and there is an opportunity to do so.
2026/2027 PhD Residency - Scientific ML SciML and Multiscale Physics Early Stage Project X Development LLC2026/2027 PhD Residency - Scientific ML SciML and Multiscale Physics Early Stage ProjectMountain View, CA$100,000–$157,000 / yearProven expertise in Scientific Machine Learning (SciML), specifically the ability to parameterize unresolved or complex physics (e.g., phase coupling, closure terms) into autodifferentiable physics solvers and implement, optimize, and scale relevant SciML frameworks. Working at the absolute forefront of simulation + experimentation, replacing computationally heavy, brute-force forward solvers with lean, physics-informed architectures.
Genesis-World: Core Physics Engineer GenesisGenesis-World: Core Physics EngineerSan Carlos, CaliforniaNyx, our in-house renderer, may be the most promising renderer for robotics out there: real-time photo-realistic rendering, advanced features like depth of field, and state-of-the-art techniques never seen before. A strong background in physics-based simulation, preferably related to robotics: RBD, FEM, MPM, SPH, IPC, XPBD, VBD, ABD, plus constrained optimization and numerical integration of stiff systems.
Senior Quantum Applied Research Scientist, Physics Modeling NVIDIA CorpSenior Quantum Applied Research Scientist, Physics ModelingSanta Clara, CAWays to stand out from the crowd: Hands-on experience developing simulation frameworks or digital twins of quantum systems and deploying them in calibration or control workflows, with awareness of fidelity, latency, and scalability tradeoffs. Build physics-informed synthetic data generation pipelines that leverage quantum device models, noise channels, and Hamiltonian characterization to produce high-quality datasets.
Developer Relations Manager, Higher Education and Research - Physics NVIDIA CorpDeveloper Relations Manager, Higher Education and Research - PhysicsSanta Clara, CAWays to stand out from the crowd: Experience with NVIDIA technologies and platforms such as CUDA, CUDA-X libraries, NVIDIA AI Enterprise, NIM, NeMo/Nemotron, PhysicsNeMo, cuQuantum, Omniverse, Isaac, RAPIDS, TensorRT, Triton Inference Server, or DGX/accelerated computing systems. What you'll be doing: Act as a trusted technical advisor for research labs, identifying and accelerating high-impact workloads by integrating NVIDIA's frameworks, libraries, and core software stack into research projects.
Computational Scientist, Differentiable Physics Periodic LabsComputational Scientist, Differentiable PhysicsMenlo Park, CaliforniaBuild and extend differentiable solvers for continuum simulation (including but not limited to fluid dynamics), especially multi-scale and multi-physics problems. Code-level experience building or substantially modifying PDE solvers, numerical methods, or differentiable simulations.
Physics Expert - Remote YO AI LabsPhysics Expert - RemotePalo Alto, CARemoteIn this role, you will apply deep subject-matter expertise to evaluate competing physics arguments, assess technical reasoning, and provide authoritative judgments on complex or ambiguous scientific questions. We are seeking established Physics Professors and Principal Investigators to provide high-level scientific expertise for a project focused on advancing next-generation AI systems.
Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Physics California State UniversityTenure Track Assistant Professor in PhysicsSan José, CA$105,000–$108,000 / yearPursuant to California Education Code 89521, applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a nal administrative decision or nal judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualications for the position, and before an oer of employment is extended. Cutting-edge research, world-class scholarship, student-centered learning, diverse communities, and commitment to social justice, allow SJSU to provide life-changing opportunities and advance the public good locally and globally.
Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Physics San José State UniversityTenure Track Assistant Professor in PhysicsSan José, CaliforniaPursuant to California Education Code 89521, applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a nal administrative decision or nal judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualications for the position, and before an oer of employment is extended. Cutting-edge research, world-class scholarship, student-centered learning, diverse communities, and commitment to social justice, allow SJSU to provide life-changing opportunities and advance the public good locally and globally.
2026 Summer Intern - Physics & AI Modeling Engineering Applied Materials2026 Summer Intern - Physics & AI Modeling EngineeringSanta Clara, CAIf you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members.
Physics AI Scientist III Applied MaterialsPhysics AI Scientist IIISanta Clara, CA$142,500–$196,500 / yearIf you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members.
Simulation Engineer - Physics Modeling 1XSimulation Engineer - Physics ModelingSan Carlos, California$200,000–$300,000 / yearYou will make the simulator physically accurate enough that results earned in simulation hold up on hardware, building and validating the dynamics, material, and sensor models that decide whether a simulated result means anything. We construct physically realistic simulation worlds for NEO, scale synthetic data production, close the sim-to-real gap, and prototype new hardware virtually before it's manufactured.
Computational Physics Expert - Remote YO AI LabsComputational Physics Expert - RemotePalo Alto, CARemoteThe ideal candidate is a STEM professional with hands-on experience using AI coding agents such as Codex, Claude Science, Claude Code, and Claude Cowork as active tools in computational and technical work. Document how AI agents are used for tasks such as navigating large codebases, debugging complex issues, developing sophisticated features, and automating multi-step workflows.
Forward Deployed Engineer, Physics & Simulation Periodic LabsForward Deployed Engineer, Physics & SimulationMenlo Park, CaliforniaAs a forward deployed engineer focused on physics and simulation, you will be the technical backbone of our most demanding customer engagements – spending significant time on-site, embedding directly with customer teams, and owning simulation workflows end-to-end. You’ll work with our modeling and ML teams to build and calibrate physics-based simulations, turn customer process knowledge into computational models, and drive recipe optimization with direct feedback loops to production.
Physics Teacher TRACY LEARNING CENTERPhysics TeacherTracy, CA$69,300–$113,000 / yearAll single subject science credential holders or holders of college physics degrees are encouraged to apply. ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY.