Sensor System Validation Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Engineering
Systems Engineer
Sensor System Validation Engineer
Our client, a leading innovator in autonomous vehicle technology, is seeking a Validation Engineer to join their dynamic team. As a Validation Engineer, you will be an integral part of the Sensor System Validation team supporting next-generation vehicle platforms. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, collaborative spirit, and a passion for advancing automotive safety and performance, which will align successfully in the organization.
Job Title:
Sensor System Validation Engineer
Location:
Foster City, CA
Pay Range: $70-$75/hour + Benefits
What's the Job?
- Contribute to sensor systems (lidar / camera / radar) verification and validation (V&V) activities for next-generation vehicle platforms.
- Collaborate with systems engineers, software engineers, and sensor hardware engineers to develop and refine V&V methodologies for advanced sensor architectures.
- Design and execute test plans in simulation environments to verify sensing system requirements and validate system-level performance.
- Translate bounding scenario requirements into actionable data mining plans and execute these plans to generate validation datasets.
- Integrate and orchestrate software pipelines to convert sensor data into meaningful system-level KPIs.
What's Needed?
- A Ph.D. degree in relevant fields OR a master's degree in engineering with 3+ years of experience in sensor/perception systems development and/or testing.
- Familiarity with at least one sensor modality: camera, lidar, or radar.
- Experience with Data Mining tools and languages such as SQL, PySpark, Scala, or similar.
- Proficiency in analyzing data using Python or other high-level languages like Matlab or C++.
- Experience working and communicating effectively in collaborative environments.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge sensor technologies for autonomous vehicles.
- Engage in innovative projects that impact the future of transportation safety and efficiency.
- Collaborate with a talented and diverse team of industry experts.
- Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
- Be part of a company committed to professional growth and development.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
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