Systems Test Engineer (Simulation & Validation)

This position is open ONLY to direct W-2 applicants. We do not engage with third-party staffing vendors, agencies, or sub-contractors for this role.

• Direct W-2 Employment Only: If selected, you will be employed directly as a W-2 hourly contractor on our payroll.
• NO Corp-to-Corp (C2C) / NO 1099 / NO Subcontracting: We are strictly prohibited from working through third-party layers or external business entities. Applications from C2C entities or agency partners will be automatically declined.
• Visa Independence Required: Candidates must be permanently authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Current or future visa sponsorship, maintenance, or transfers (including H-1B, OPT, or CPT extensions) are not available for this position., Autonomous vehicles run on some of the largest, most complex software environments ever built. Ensuring they run safely and predictably is an incredible engineering challenge-and a massive opportunity for an aspiring engineer.

In this role, you will help accelerate product development by ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of self-driving software for a pioneering autonomous mobility company. If you are analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to build world-class expertise in complex systems testing, this is the perfect career launchpad.

What You'll Do

As a core member of the validation team, you will bridge the gap between software development and real-world execution:

• Develop & Execute Test Plans: Support the creation and execution of comprehensive test plans for autonomous driving and self-driving behavior features.
• Run Advanced Simulations: Design and implement simulation-based test scenarios, executing synthetic and log-based tests using cutting-edge in-house simulation platforms.
• Analyze & Root-Cause: Dig into test results to identify regressions, investigate software failures, and validate functionality across new software releases.
• Triage and Track: Actively gather and analyze data findings from multiple testing platforms and validation pipelines, collaborating closely with Software, Systems, and QA teams to resolve bugs.
• Real-World Validation: Participate in in-vehicle testing missions to watch new features behave in the real world, translating those findings into smarter automated metrics.

This is an incredible opportunity for early-career professionals or recent graduates who possess strong technical fundamentals and a hunger to learn.

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience Level: 0-2 years of experience designing, testing, or implementing software/systems with excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Tech Fundamentals: Familiarity with the Linux command line, Git, Jira, and scripting languages (like Python).
• Automation Mindset: Exposure to automated test frameworks or a strong desire to build expertise in test automation tools.
• Soft Skills: Top-tier communication, organizational ability, and a collaborative team spirit.

Bonus Points For:

• Familiarity with ISO 26262 or other safety-critical industry standards.
• Proficiency with modern AI development tools (e.g., Claude Code or GitHub Copilot).
• Previous internship or academic project experience in robotics, aerospace, or automotive systems.

• California Pay Transparency Compliant: In compliance with CA law, the hourly pay rate for this position is fixed at $36.23 / Hour (W2 Contract).