Machine Learning Manager, App SW
Core
Lead a self-sufficient Application Engineer team in Japan to localize and advance Wayve's autonomous driving technology for the Japanese market, bridging the gap between local operations and global HQ.
Role type
Senior Manager, Application Engineering (Autonomous Driving)
Builds
Autonomous driving features tailored for Japanese road infrastructure, cultural driving behaviors, and regulatory landscape.
Domain
Autonomous Vehicles (AV), Robotics, Machine Learning, Systems Integration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | client delivery
Required skills
Robotics and autonomy system deployment, Engineering team leadership (distributed/independent), Strategic roadmap definition, Cross-cultural communication, Stakeholder management (OEMs), Full-cycle product development
Preferred skills
Autonomous vehicle or robotic systems at scale, Japanese road environment/regulatory knowledge, Machine learning for real-time decision-making, Japanese language proficiency
Technologies
AV stacks, Robotics frameworks, ML perception/control systems
Responsibilities
Build and lead a self-sufficient AV development team in Japan; Deliver autonomy capabilities tailored to Japanese road conditions; Act as the primary technical bridge between Japan office and HQ; Drive full-cycle development from needs identification to production deployment; Work closely with OEM partners in Japan to capture requirements and shape joint plans.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC leader with strategic oversight
