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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Engineer - **Company:** AeroVect - **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Python (Programming Language), Requirements Management, Robotic Automation Software, SQL Databases, Systems Architecture, Jama (Software), Safety Critical Systems, Facebook Flow, Information Technology, Polarion - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://nl.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=17252a8c3844a998 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or a related field (or equivalent experience). * 4+ years of experience working on autonomous systems or safety-critical systems. * Hands-on experience with systems engineering (e.g., V Model, requirements documentation, traceability, verification & validation). * Basic proficiency in Python and SQL. * Experience contributing to interdisciplinary teams developing and deploying robotic systems or autonomous vehicles with safety-critical components. * Exposure to functional safety and SOTIF concepts. * Strong ability to communicate technical issues and solutions clearly to both engineering and non-engineering audiences. * Hands-on approach with a willingness to engage deeply and enjoy the work. We Prefer * Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field. * Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, Flow, Polarion, or Enterprise Architect. * Working knowledge of safety standards such as ISO 26262, ISO 21448, UL 4600, IEC 61508, or ISO 3691. ## Description * Own the design, analysis, and verification & validation of assigned subsystems within our autonomous vehicle system architecture. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy autonomous driving systems. * Define and track KPIs for your areas to support data-driven engineering and system performance. * Build data collection and analysis pipelines that support verification & validation processes. * Author and maintain requirements documentation, traceability, and system architecture artifacts. * Define system behaviors for critical safety scenarios and contribute to robust, well-reasoned designs. * Surface risks early and help coordinate solutions and mitigations with the teams involved. * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team engineering practices. * Be open to travel up to 25%. ## Related Videos - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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