> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3796762-principal-software-engineer-in-fort-lauderdale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3796762-principal-software-engineer-in-fort-lauderdale). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer in Fort Lauderdale - **Company:** Energy Jobline - **Location:** Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Computer Programming, Hardware Design, Linux System Administration, MATLAB, Software Engineering, Isaac Sim, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation - **Published:** October 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/principal-software-engineer-fort-lauderdale-31970532 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree required; a Master's or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline is . \n * Minimum of 8+ years of experience in software engineering or related fields. \n * Strong proficiency in Python programming within Linux environments. \n * Practical experience with robotics hardware development and CAD modeling. \n * Hands-on experience with simulation tools such as NVIDIA Isaac Sim, Gazebo, Webots, Unity, or MATLAB/Simulink. \n * Knowledge of physics modeling and simulation. \n * Ability to integrate sensor models into complex simulations. \n * Experience connecting simulation environments to ROS2 for robot control.