Simulation Software Engineer

About Forterra

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground‑based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front‑line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go‑to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.

Forterra is seeking a Simulation Software Engineer responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining simulation systems for autonomous off‑road and on‑road applications in defense and commercial industries. This role demands expertise in software engineering, with a particular emphasis in simulation development. Expertise with Unreal, or similar is a must along with C++ and a scripting language (preferably Lua or Python).

• Design and development of simulation software features, scenarios, and integrations.
• Provide domain expertise to interface with software teams to improve and increase the usage of simulation.
• Software development activities such as agile ceremonies, task updates, and team meetings.
• Collaborate with engineers from other cross‑functional groups such as systems, safety and test to ensure product and program level needs are met.
• Develop software throughout the development cycle, from collecting feature requests to their final delivery via thorough testing and verification activities.
• Support troubleshooting, integration, development, and fix of automated tests.
• Participate in evaluation of new simulation platforms and products to provide critical input.
• Work in a distributed team to accomplish sprint goals.
• Participate in cross‑functional meetings to identify features, improvements, and scenarios needed to achieve software releases.

A team player who is passionate about simulation and is willing to engage meaningfully across the simulation team and other teams to ensure simulation will successfully contribute to the success of our product deliveries.

• 5+ years of experience.
• Experience in Real‑Time development.
• Expertise in C++ and Lua or Python.
• Familiarity with automated testing platforms and methodologies.
• Experience with Linux as a primary OS.
• Fundamental understanding of 3D math and geometry.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, with an ability to troubleshoot and resolve software issues.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks and priorities. Expertise developing with Unreal.
• Experience with Git Lab workflows and code reviews.

• Experience with automotive simulation and physics models specific to tires, suspension, terrain dynamics, or related.
• Experience with terrain development, especially off‑road terrains.
• Strong understanding of sensor simulation (LiDAR, RADAR, and Camera).
• Experience with robotics including ROS.
• Experience in UDP, TCP, and/or CAN Bus.
• Experience with Docker or other containerization.
• Experience with Conan or similar.
• Experience working for an autonomous vehicle company or project.

$145,000—$195,000

• Premium healthcare benefits:
  Three plan options, including an HSA‑eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.
• Basic life/AD&D, short and long‑term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar, including a winter break in December.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
• A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.
• A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
• Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after‑tax deferral with company match up to 4%.

Forterra is an equal‑opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. All qualified applications will receive equal consideration for employment.