Verification & Validation System Engineer, Assisted Autonomy

Kodiak Robotics

Mountain View, CA, United States
Base: $120,000 minimum; bonus/equity: competitive ...
On-site
Verification and validation methods implementation
Test plans for remote assistance features
Hardware-in-the-loop lab experience
Kodiak Robotics is recruiting a Verification and Validation Systems Engineer to ensure the safety and performance of their assisted autonomy system

Job Summary

  • Kodiak Robotics is recruiting a Verification and Validation Systems Engineer to ensure the safety and performance of their assisted autonomy system.
  • The role involves defining test methods across remote operation centers, HIL labs, and on-road vehicle testing environments.
  • Candidates must be US persons (citizens or permanent residents) with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field.

Matching Summary

Kodiak Robotics is recruiting a Verification and Validation Systems Engineer to ensure the safety and performance of their assisted autonomy system.

Salary

Base: $120,000 minimum; Bonus/Equity: Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, parental leave, and wellness perks

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Verification and validation methods implementation
  • Test plans for remote assistance features
  • Hardware-in-the-loop lab experience
  • Root cause triage for system failures
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills

Nice-to-have

  • Python or C++ proficiency
  • Human-in-the-loop training experience
  • JAMA requirements management tool knowledge
  • ISO 26262 safety standard familiarity
  • SOTIF and UL4600 knowledge

Key Requirements

  • US citizenship or permanent resident status required
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, MechE/EE, System Engineering, or CS
  • Strong experience in V&V and autonomy testing for complex systems

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or permanent resident status

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