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Verification and Validation Manager - Autonomy Trucking

220k – 320kSunnyvale, CAEngineering ManagementOnsite5+ YOE
Summary

Lead and grow a team defining validation strategies for L4 autonomy programs in trucking. Set technical direction, mentor engineers, and enable safe fleet deployment across the US and Japan.

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Manage and mentor a team of engineers responsible for the validation of autonomy modules
  • Drive the development and execution of comprehensive validation strategies and test plans, including both simulation and real-world testing activities
  • Oversee the creation and maintenance of sophisticated metrics mapped to safety cases, ensuring clear reporting and alignment with industry standards
  • Architect solutions for performance analysis and challenging event identification
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering leaders and industry partners to define roadmaps and priorities for validation features and capabilities
  • Lead recruiting efforts to grow the validation team with top talent

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in ADAS, autonomous driving, or related technical field
  • MS/BS degree in Robotics, Aerospace, Computer Science, or equivalent
  • Leadership experience with technical teams on autonomy system validation projects
  • Deep knowledge of ADAS/AV system architecture and standards (ISO 26262, ISO 21448, UL4600)
  • Collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and industry partners

Nice to Have

  • Prior technical leadership and management in autonomous vehicle, ADAS, or aerospace programs
  • Project management experience in AV or robotics fields
  • Experience with safety engineering and requirements management
  • Familiarity with simulation and scripting tools in autonomy systems
  • PhD in engineering, robotics, or a related technical field
Skills
ISO 26262ISO 21448UL 4600ADASAutonomous DrivingSimulation TestingSafety EngineeringRequirements ManagementRoboticsAerospace
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