# Quality Assurance Engineer – AV Behavior Simulation Testing

**Company:** [Avride](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/avride)
**Location:** Austin, TX
**Role:** QA Engineering
**Experience:** 3+ years
**Skills:** Python, Lidar, Radar, Cameras, Autonomous Vehicle Testing, Simulation Testing, Software Testing, Test Automation, Metrics Design, Dataset Management
**Posted:** 2026-04-10

> Designs, executes, and analyzes virtual test scenarios to validate autonomous driving software behavior and safety. Requires 3+ years in software testing, analytical skills, and collaboration with engineering teams; Python and AV experience preferred.

## Job Description

## What You'll Do

- Design and implement structured testing plans for new features and bug fixes
- Develop detailed checklists and testing scenarios
- Collect and organize datasets for thorough testing
- Analyze test outcomes and document defects clearly
- Create reports on test findings and safety metrics
- Design metrics for evaluating AV performance and safety
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to improve test coverage and effectiveness

## What You'll Need

- 3+ years of experience in software testing
- Strong analytical abilities and structured thinking
- Proactive, inquisitive mindset with a drive for continuous improvement and deeper product understanding
- Excellent ability to plan and prioritize tasks effectively under varying workloads
- Good understanding of traffic rules and driving regulations

## Nice to Have

- Experience with autonomous vehicle testing
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., **Python**)
- Basic understanding of vehicle dynamics or sensor technology (**LiDAR**, **Radar**, **Cameras**)

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