Self-Driving Systems Specialist (SDS Specialist) - Autonomous Vehicle Diagnostics & Calibration
Core
Diagnose, calibrate, and configure self-driving systems in autonomous vehicles and robotaxi fleets to ensure operational readiness and safety.
Role type
Self-Driving Systems Specialist (SDS Specialist)
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, Robotics, Technical Support, Sensor Systems, Control Systems, Advanced Technical Hardware, Structured Software Procedures, Diagnostic Tools, Technical Documentation
Preferred skills
ADAS, Autonomous Vehicles, Robotics, Sensor Systems, Advanced Driver Assistance Technologies, LiDAR, Radar, Camera Systems, GNSS, IMU, Compute Units, Perception Hardware, Linux, Command-Line Tools, CAN Bus, Vehicle Networks, Calibration, Validation, System Integration, Automotive Testing, AV Operations, Robotics Labs, Fleet Diagnostics, Technical Field Support
Technologies
LiDAR, Radar, Camera Systems, GNSS, IMU, Compute Units, Linux, Command-Line Tools, CAN Bus, Vehicle Networks
Responsibilities
Diagnose and resolve self-driving system issues affecting vehicle performance and fleet readiness; Examine technical problems in cameras, LiDAR, Radar, GPS/GNSS, Compute Units, sensors, connectivity modules, wiring, and autonomous driving hardware; Execute structured diagnostic procedures to identify root causes of hardware, software, and configuration problems; Support advanced troubleshooting for autonomous vehicle errors impacting tests, commercial operations, or robotaxi fleet availability; Escalate complex technical cases with clear findings and documentation to engineering teams; Inspect, repair, replace, and validate SDS hardware components in autonomous vehicles; Support installation and inspection of cameras, LiDAR units, radar sensors, compute hardware, sensor mounts, antennas, and related components; Confirm that autonomous driving hardware is correctly installed, secured, clean, functional, and ready for operation; Perform software updates, configuration changes, and system validation checks for autonomous driving systems; Execute defined software procedures using diagnostic tools, command-line tools, configuration files, or engineering workflows; Verify successful software installation and confirm the SDS is operational before returning the vehicle to service; Support troubleshooting of software-related issues affecting autonomous vehicle behavior, system communication, or operational readiness; Maintain accurate records of software versions, configurations, updates, and validation results; Perform calibration and validation activities for autonomous vehicle sensors and self-driving system components; Support calibration workflows for cameras, LiDAR, radar, localization systems, and other perception hardware; Validate that the self-driving system functions correctly after maintenance, software updates, hardware replacement, or vehicle service; Support engineering teams with data collection, calibration testing, and system performance verification; Ensure autonomous vehicles meet technical readiness requirements before returning to robotaxi operations or on-road testing; Act as an on-site Subject Matter Expert for SDS-related technical topics; Deliver structured technical findings to engineering, fleet operations, and project teams; Collaborate with AV operations leads to prioritize SDS-related repairs and reduce vehicle downtime; Support incident reviews, root-cause analysis, and technical escalation processes; Contribute to continuous improvement of troubleshooting workflows, calibration procedures, and operational documentation; Maintain accurate records of diagnostics, repairs, software updates, hardware changes, and calibration activities; Adhere to strict operational, safety, and technical procedures when working on autonomous driving systems; Complete all required system validation checklists and technical reports; Support compliance with internal quality standards, safety protocols, and customer requirements; Ensure all SDS work is traceable, repeatable, and correctly documented.
