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Self-Driving Systems Specialist (SDS Specialist)

Austin, TX💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-09 → 2026-09-25

Core

Diagnose, calibrate, and validate self-driving systems (sensors, compute, software) for autonomous vehicles and robotaxi fleets to ensure technical readiness for safe testing and commercial deployment.

Role type

Senior IC self-driving systems specialist (diagnostics & calibration)

Builds

Autonomous vehicle platforms and robotaxi fleets

Domain

Autonomous mobility / Robotics / Automotive electronics

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

automotive electronics diagnostics, embedded systems troubleshooting, sensor calibration, hardware repair/replacement, software configuration, root cause analysis, technical documentation, structured troubleshooting procedures

Preferred skills

ADAS experience, LiDAR/radar/camera systems familiarity, Linux/CLI usage, CAN bus knowledge, system integration experience, automotive testing background

Technologies

LiDAR, radar, cameras, GNSS, IMU, compute units, CAN bus, Linux, diagnostic tools

Responsibilities

Diagnose and troubleshoot self-driving system issues affecting fleet readiness; Inspect, repair, replace, and validate SDS hardware components; Perform software updates, configuration changes, and system validation checks; Execute sensor calibration and verification activities for perception hardware; Serve as on-site subject matter expert for SDS-related technical issues; Maintain accurate records of diagnostics, repairs, software updates, and calibration activities

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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