Safe state identification and minimum risk conditions
Kodiak Robotics is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to lead the end-to-end design and execution of their next-generation Autonomy Fault Management System
Job Summary
Kodiak Robotics is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to lead the end-to-end design and execution of their next-generation Autonomy Fault Management System.
This role is critical for ensuring safe system responses to onboard faults while optimizing fleet availability and operational continuity for commercial driverless trucking.
The company offers a competitive compensation package including equity, bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, and flexible PTO in Mountain View, CA.
Matching Summary
Kodiak Robotics is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to lead the end-to-end design and execution of their next-generation Autonomy Fault Management System.
Salary
Base: $200,000 - $250,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Competitive equity and annual bonuses included; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and wellness perks
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5+ years real-time safety-critical applications
Fault management and diagnostic development
Safe state identification and minimum risk conditions
Systems engineering V-model lifecycle experience
Ability to read C/C++ code
Nice-to-have
Experience with autonomous vehicles or aerospace
Agile software engineering team collaboration
Quantitative risk analysis skills
Strong verbal and written communication
Cross-functional technical leadership
Key Requirements
B.S., M.S., or PhD in engineering
5+ years experience in safety-critical systems
U.S. person status or citizenship verification may be required
Work Rights
U.S. person status or citizenship verification may be required depending on export controls