Engineer II, Platform Integration

Outrider•Henderson, CO, TX

5d•$122,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineer II, Platform Integration role requires exceptional software engineering skills, full development lifecycle knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in unstructured environments. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated technical track record in designing and implementing robust Software Test Infrastructure for complex hardware-based systems, bringing an exceptional system-level perspective and proficiency in software. This role is mission-critical for helping deliver and scale a safety-critical system for industrial automation. The opportunity offers a technical, hands-on team member the chance to help develop a market-defining enterprise product that combines autonomous vehicle technology with a software-as-a-service (SaaS) business model. The ideal candidate will embrace the goal to drive zero-emission, self-driving vehicle adoption, and help realize the potential to define, build, and lead a new category of robotic automation for the enterprise. This role is hybrid based at the HQ in Henderson, CO.

Requirements

Bachelor’s of Science degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering or Physics, plus 24 months’ experience in robotics engineering integrating software/hardware systems for robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other automotive/aerospace products.
Ability to use/interact with Linux and commandline interface.
Strong troubleshooting background and comfort with analytical tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, etc).
Knowledgeable in communication protocols (e.g. TCP, UDP, CAN, I2C, SPI).
Proficiency across the full software development lifecycle.
Exceptional analytical skills.
Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Master’s of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering or Physics.

Responsibilities

Design and develop hardware systems for autonomous systems in compliance with ISO 26262 or other relevant safety standards.
Conduct thorough and systematic Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for hardware components and systems to identify and mitigate potential failure modes and hazards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, system engineers, and quality assurance to ensure the overall safety and reliability of the product.
Define and document hardware safety requirements, including functional safety goals, safety mechanisms, and fault tolerance measures.
Perform hardware architecture design and analysis, including component selection, signal integrity, and power integrity analysis.
Develop and review hardware specifications, schematics, and layout designs.
Conduct testing and verification of hardware designs, including fault injection and fault simulation, to validate the effectiveness of safety mechanisms and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Drive continuous improvement in hardware design processes and methodologies to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.
Domestic travel as needed to perform field work, training, or customer support (up to 20%).
Contribute to Outrider's growth and a culture of responsible zero-emission autonomous vehicle deployment.
Outrider may require additional or different tasks as needed.