[Remote] Principal Physical AI Software Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. 4MP Inc is building a new technological foundation for precision manufacturing, focusing on autonomous systems. They are seeking a Principal Physical AI Software Engineer to design and develop AI systems that enable machines to interpret manufacturing intent and generate corrective actions based on real-world data.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop AI systems for autonomous manufacturing, machine understanding, and closed-loop correctionBuild models and algorithms that interpret CNC programs, CAM logic, CAD geometry, machining context, and operator variabilityDevelop methods to connect sensor data, 3D geometry, machine telemetry, metrology results, and physics-based modelsCreate AI systems that identify deviations, reason about likely causes, estimate uncertainty, and support corrective actionsBuild learning loops that improve from experiments, inspection results, machine corrections, and production outcomesSupport simulation and virtual validation environments for testing AI behavior before expensive physical experimentsTranslate complex physical behavior into robust software architectures, data models, and scalable AI systemsHelp define data requirements, validation metrics, model evaluation methods, and system-level performance expectationsContribute to AI architecture decisions that will shape the long-term 4MP platformMentor other technical contributors and help shape the future AI teamSkills8+ years of experience in AI/ML, physical AI, robotics, autonomous systems, intelligent systems, controls, perception, optimization, simulation, industrial AI, or related technical fieldsStrong hands-on software engineering experience building AI, ML, robotics, optimization, perception, control, or data-driven systemsExperience working with real-world physical data, sensor data, machine telemetry, robotics data, metrology data, manufacturing data, or other complex multi-modal datasetsExperience building AI systems where outputs influence real-world decisions, correction strategies, inspection decisions, control behavior, or automation workflowsStrong programming skills in Python and experience with production-oriented AI/ML, data, simulation, optimization, or robotics softwareStrong understanding of model development, data pipelines, system architecture, validation, deployment, observability, and reliabilityExperience translating ambiguous technical problems into working models, algorithms, tools, or systemsAbility to work closely with software, hardware, testing, and domain expertsStrong mathematical and technical foundation in areas such as optimization, statistics, geometry, robotics, controls, simulation, uncertainty, or physics-based modelingBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field — or equivalent practical experienceDirect experience with physical AI, robotics, autonomous systems, industrial AI, or machine intelligence connected to real-world equipmentExperience with CNC machining, CAM systems, G-code, machine tools, metrology, manufacturing data, or industrial automationExperience with geometry processing, 3D data, point clouds, meshes, CAD data, optical sensing, machine vision, or metrology systemsExperience combining AI with physics-based models, digital twins, simulation, controls, sensor fusion, or engineering constraintsExperience with model validation against experimental data, production data, metrology data, or physical test resultsAdvanced degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related fieldStartup or scale-up experience where speed, ownership, and ambiguity are part of the jobProven ability to turn unsolved technical problems into reliable working systemsCompany OverviewAutonomous CNC Self-Correction Empowering imperfect machines to make accurate parts the first time, and every time. It was founded in 2025, and is headquartered in Allentown, PA, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is https://4mp.ai/.