Principal Test Engineer for Autonomous Vehicle Systems - Remote

Join the Future of Autonomous Logistics with Workwarp

At Workwarp, we're revolutionizing the logistics industry with our cutting-edge autonomous truck technology. As a Principal Test Engineer, Vehicle, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the testing strategies and plans that ensure the reliability and safety of our Outrider system. With a flexible, hybrid remote arrangement, you'll have the opportunity to work from anywhere while contributing to a groundbreaking project that combines autonomous vehicle technology with a software-as-a-service (SaaS) business model.

About Our Team

You're about to join a dynamic team that's passionate about motion planning, controls, and behaviors for autonomous trucks. Our team is collaborative, committed to continuous improvement, and dedicated to delivering a safety-critical system for logistics automation. With a state-of-the-art motion planning stack and a culture that encourages growth and development, you'll have the chance to work with talented individuals who share your enthusiasm for innovation.

The Role

As Principal Test Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and executing test strategies and plans that verify and validate the Outrider system. This individual contributor position requires a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally with other teams. You'll have the opportunity to mentor and coach team members, provide direction for their day-to-day activities, and contribute to the requirements generation process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop test strategies and plans for a highly complex autonomous vehicle system
• Support the strategic development of testing at all levels, including component, Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL), Vehicle, Simulation, etc.
• Design tests that effectively verify system requirements, analyze and report test results
• Effectively communicate test strategies and capabilities to organizational leadership and customers
• Mentor and coach team members to grow their technical skills and personal attributes
• Embody a "Safety Steward" mindset - hold the company and all co-workers accountable for safety in development, test, and in the finished system
• Proactively propose safety improvements and support the requirements generation process

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you'll need a strong background in system test initiatives, safety standards, and autonomous vehicle testing. We're looking for someone with:

Essential Qualifications:

• 7+ years' experience leading system test initiatives in an innovative product development environment
• Knowledge of safety standards and their application to system requirements and testing (especially: ISO 21448/SOTIF)
• Experience testing autonomous vehicles or robotic systems (ideally self-driving in some form)
• Extensive experience with the system development life cycle, modern software/hardware/system testing methods, and continuous integration
• Experience leading project teams and excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience testing autonomous vehicles or ADAS features
• Experience with vehicle testing methods and equipment
• High-level understanding of machine learning techniques and perception and localization algorithms used in robotics and AV applications
• IBM ELM / DOORS experience and familiarity with JIRA and Confluence
• Experience with common tools for data analysis e.g. Python, SQL, etc.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262

What You'll Gain

As a Principal Test Engineer at Workwarp, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to a groundbreaking project that's shaping the future of logistics automation
• Develop your technical skills and expertise in autonomous vehicle testing
• Mentor and coach team members to grow their skills and personal attributes
• Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement
• Enjoy a flexible, hybrid remote arrangement that allows you to work from anywhere

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes:

• A salary range of $150,000 - $300,000
• A significant equity package commensurate with experience and skills
• Full health benefits
• A hybrid remote arrangement, up to manager's discretion and workload

Actual compensation is based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, qualifications, experience, and specific work location due to differences in the cost of labor.

Ready to Apply?

If you're a motivated individual with a passion for autonomous vehicle testing, we encourage you to apply now! As a Principal Test Engineer at Workwarp, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a thriving team and shape the future of logistics automation. Don't miss this chance to join our dynamic team and take your career to the next level.

Join us in revolutionizing the logistics industry with cutting-edge autonomous truck technology. Apply now and become a part of our exciting journey!