AV Test Engineer
Core
Validating the safety, functionality, and performance of self-driving technology through rigorous, system-level testing across virtual, closed-course, and public road environments.
Role type
Systems Test Engineer (Autonomous Vehicles)
Builds
Self-driving vehicle features (perception, planning, control) for commercial robotaxi fleets
Domain
Autonomous driving / Automotive software validation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Test design and execution, Multi-modal validation (SIL/HIL), Simulation and resimulation, Track and systems integration, Automation scripting, Data analysis and root-cause investigation, Hardware debugging and fault injection
Preferred skills
Proficiency with AV simulation platforms (Applied Intuition, IPG Carmaker, NVIDIA DRIVE Sim), Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), Mechatronic system integration
Technologies
Python, Bash/Shell, Linux, CANalyzer, CANoe, Confluence, Jira, GitLab
Responsibilities
Design and execute test campaigns for self-driving features; Leverage SIL, HIL, and scenario-based simulation platforms for feature validation; Create synthetic and log-replay scenarios for root-cause analysis; Perform mechatronic and systems integration testing on tracks and vehicles; Develop and maintain test plans and automation scripts; Analyze logs to assess system behavior and conduct root-cause investigations; Conduct fault injection and low-level control testing for subsystems like drive-by-wire, braking, and steering.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC