Solution Engineer, Japanese Market (US-based)

Applied Intuition • Sunnyvale, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Intuition is looking for bright engineers interested in helping their customers solve complex technical issues related to Applied’s Vehicle Intelligence products. Solution Engineers have a unique mix of software expertise, domain knowledge, and an execution-driven mindset. They work closely with vehicle and autonomy software and tools developers to ensure that Applied’s platform solutions are providing maximum impact to advance customers' SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) and Full End-to-end AD/ADAS initiatives. This is an important role for the company, bringing together product and engineering expertise with a customer-centric culture. At Applied Intuition, Solution Engineers will engage with potential customers identified predominantly from Japan-based Account Managers and act as the technical bridge between them and Applied Intuition engineering teams. They will support Vehicle OS and Self Driving System engagements with major OEMs by translating customer requirements into technical solutions. This role involves leading technical discussions, demos, and proof-of-concept projects with customers during early deployments, tracking project milestones, organizing technical meetings, and helping to ensure high-impact customer engagements move forward.

Requirements

• 2+ years of industry experience working with automotive OEMs or suppliers
• An acute attention to detail and an execution focused mindset
• Strong communication skills and focus on solving customer problems
• Experience working with customers and wants to grow their technical and engineering skills
• Experience in interacting with end-customers as an application engineer or a developer
• Project management experience in complex projects
• A Bachelor's degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, software engineering or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Professional fluency in Japanese (written and spoken) to support customers and partners in the Japan market
• Prior work in vehicle development, E/E architecture, embedded software domains
• Familiar with the vehicle development process and possess in-depth knowledge and practical experience of functional safety required in vehicle development

Responsibilities

• Engage with potential customers identified predominantly from our Japan-based Account Managers and act as the technical bridge between them and Applied Intuition engineering teams
• Support Vehicle OS and Self Driving System engagements with major OEMs through translating customer requirements into technical solutions
• Lead technical discussions, demos, and proof-of-concept projects with customers during early deployments
• Track project milestones, organize technical meetings, and help ensure high-impact customer engagements move forward

Benefits

• Base salary
• Equity
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage
• 401k retirement benefits with employer match
• Learning and wellness stipends
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level