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Senior Data Scientist

Sunnyvale, California USAFull-time2026-10-06 → 2026-10-15

Core

Analyze driving model performance, define data collection requirements, and map driving competencies to ensure dependable vehicle-level behavior for autonomous driving systems.

Role type

Senior Data Scientist (Autonomous Driving / Systems Engineering)

Builds

Data strategies, ODD characterizations, and scenario coverage frameworks for autonomous vehicle deployment

Domain

Autonomous driving, automotive systems engineering, traffic analysis

Deliverable

dashboards & analysis

Required skills

Python, SQL, GIS, statistical modeling, data analysis, visualization, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

ODD definition, AV/ADAS experience, traffic system modeling, urban mobility analysis

Technologies

Python, SQL, GIS, Jupyter, Databricks

Responsibilities

Analyze target markets to understand road infrastructure, weather, and traffic behaviors; Define ODD boundaries and edge conditions; Map driving competencies and quantify complexity; Analyze model performance metrics to identify data gaps; Translate findings into actionable data strategies and technical requirements; Contribute to simulation inputs and test case prioritization

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC