
Lightwheel is accelerating the real-world deployment of AI through simulation, reshaping how machines perceive, learn from, and interact with the physical world. Our offering includes highly…

Lightwheel is accelerating the real-world deployment of AI through simulation, reshaping how machines perceive, learn from, and interact with the physical world. Our offering includes highly…
What they do: Physics-accurate simulation assets, egocentric human data, and evaluation platforms for embodied/Physical AI
Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, United States
Employees: 42
Notable products: SimReady asset library, EgoSuite, RoboFinals, Lightwheel-Platform
Recent funding activity: Multiple early rounds (angel/seed); later reporting of large A-round in 2026 (~1 billion RMB / ~$138M) in some sources
Founder: Dr. Steve Xie
Sim-to-real for robotics and embodied AI; synthetic data and simulation-based model evaluation
Robotics / Physical AI / Simulation
Early angel round listed in public funding histories
Seed round listed in public funding histories
Seed round listed in public funding histories
≈1,000,000,000 CNY (~$138M)
Reported A-round (~1 billion RMB) in March 2026 in some sources
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Company Description
Lightwheel is transforming the deployment of AI in the real world through simulation, redefining how machines perceive, acquire knowledge from, and engage with physical environments. Our solutions feature physics-accurate 3D assets, scalable simulation platforms, and teleoperation-based data collection. Recognized as a leader in synthetic data and simulation technology for embodied AI, Lightwheel is at the forefront of driving innovation in this space.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Cupertino, CA, for a Solutions Architect. The Solutions Architect will design and implement innovative solutions, perform technical consulting with stakeholders, and collaborate with teams to deliver seamless software integrations. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing business processes, defining architectural requirements, and providing technical expertise to ensure scalable and efficient solutions.
* Business travel is required *
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