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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Test Engineer, L3 and L4 - Autonomous Driving - **Company:** Nvidia - **Location:** Stuttgart, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Big Data, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Systems Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Test Data, Strategies of Testing, Test Scripts, Deep Learning, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Lidar - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://nvidia.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/NVIDIAExternalCareerSite/job/Germany-Stuttgart/Senior-Software-Test-Engineer---L3-and-L4---Autonomous-Driving_JR2016000 ## About the Role * MS or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). * 10+ years proven experience in ADAS, system analysis, data analysis, and software architecture. * 3+ years of experience driving the mass-production launch of autonomous driving products, including supervised FSD, urban NOA, or equivalent features. * Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AV development and testing (e.g., Python, C++) and familiarity with data query and analysis tools. * Awareness of functional safety (ISO 26262), Safety of the Intended Functionality (SOTIF / ISO 21448), and V-model validation methodologies. * Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to drive alignment across large organizations. * Proven understanding of trade-offs between End-to-End deep learning approaches, classical modular perception/planning stacks, and associated validation and test strategies. * Deep understanding of autonomous vehicle sensor suites (LiDAR, Radar, Camera, Ultrasonic) and their specific failure modes, edge cases, and validation requirements. * Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and lead by example in establishing rigorous testing and validation standards. Ways to stand out from the crowd: * Experience contributing to a launched L3/L4 autonomous vehicle program. * Hands-on experience with testing strategy for ADAS, large-scale datasets, data analytics workflows. * Innovation by tools/out of the box thinking to resolve the problem statement. * Passionate and self-motivated about autonomous technology. ## Description * Develop test strategy and use cases/scenarios for L3 and L4 autonomous driving products based on customer needs, traffic regulations, certification standards, and industry guidelines. * Define test strategy and execution plan on vehicle platform. * Formulate test cases and define critical performance metrics to ensure compliance with functional and safety requirements. * Close collaboration with different stakeholders to define the KPIs and evaluate the product progress by closing the loop with test data/results. * Establish strong multi-functional relationships with collaborators across engineering, safety, and product teams. * Scale and innovate the product ODDs by designing campaigns and roadmap. * Lead L3/L4 vehicle integration and retrofitting, managing end-to-end processes to advance testing and validation schedules. * Spearhead data triage and root cause analysis, driving issue resolution and generating comprehensive test reports. * Promote and cultivate a strong systems engineering approach across the organization. ## Related Videos - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [Dirty Tests And How To Clean Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/515-dirty-tests-and-how-to-clean-them) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce) - [Code to Road in < 12 hours](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1082-code-to-road-in-12-hours) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Software Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/194-software-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Fullstack developer salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/197-fullstack-developer-salary-in-germany-2023)