Senior Engineer Team Lead
Core
Lead validation of the autonomous vehicle stack, specifically the interface between software and physical hardware, ensuring safe interaction between perception, planning, and control algorithms with vehicle sensors and actuators.
Role type
Senior Engineer Team Lead (Hardware-in-the-Loop)
Builds
High-fidelity HIL test benches and validation frameworks for autonomous vehicle systems
Domain
Autonomous Vehicles / Automotive Hardware-in-the-Loop
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) strategy and architecture, Drive-by-Wire (DBW) validation, Fault injection design, Automotive communication protocols (CAN, CAN-FD, Ethernet, LIN), Mechatronic debugging, Python automation, Real-time simulation environments (dSPACE, NI, IPG), ISO 26262 functional safety review
Preferred skills
Sensor calibration and synchronization, SOTIF (ISO 21448) understanding, SIL and closed-course testing oversight
Technologies
dSPACE, NI, Speedgoat, Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, Python, Matlab/Simulink, Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Logic analyzers
Responsibilities
Lead design and maintenance of HIL test benches; Own validation of Drive-by-Wire systems; Design and execute hardware fault-injection campaigns; Direct testing of automotive communication networks; Maintain oversight of SIL and closed-course testing; Lead root-cause analysis for electromechanical issues; Architect Python-based automation frameworks; Act as lead reviewer for ISO 26262 functional safety requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership