Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Evaluation

Jobgether

11h • $165,000 - $253,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you will lead the design and execution of simulation-based validation strategies that directly shape the safety and performance of autonomous systems. You will operate at a senior technical level, influencing how complex autonomy behaviors are evaluated, benchmarked, and released with confidence. Working within a highly collaborative simulation and testing environment, you will bridge systems engineering, AI development, and safety requirements. Your work will enable faster, data-driven decisions across continuous release cycles. You will help define future-facing simulation capabilities while mentoring engineers and setting best practices. This role offers high impact, technical depth, and strong ownership in a cutting-edge autonomy domain.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Data Science, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, robotics, autonomy, or data-intensive engineering roles
• Strong proficiency in Python, C++, and SQL for large-scale data analysis
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to derive insights from complex datasets
• Proven ability to communicate effectively across both high-level strategy and deep technical detail
• Experience with safety-critical systems and requirements-driven development
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional, highly technical environments

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy and execution of simulation-based verification and validation efforts for autonomous systems
• Develop and prototype comparative evaluation strategies to benchmark autonomy performance
• Define validation requirements, confidence metrics, and KPIs for safe, comfortable autonomous driving
• Create simulation evaluation frameworks that support continuous release and launch decisions
• Analyze driving behaviors and large-scale simulation data to influence autonomy stack development
• Collaborate across systems engineering, AI, safety, and testing teams to align validation approaches
• Mentor engineers and promote best practices in autonomy evaluation and simulation confidence

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range of $165,000 to $253,200, depending on experience and location
• Incentive bonus program tied to company, role, and individual performance
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans, paid vacation and holidays, and life insurance
• Tuition assistance and continuous learning support
• Remote-friendly role with hybrid expectations for candidates near select U.S. hubs
• Potential eligibility for relocation assistance

What This Job Offers

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