Senior / Staff Systems Engineer, AI Validation
About this role
This position suits an experienced systems professional with a background in autonomous driving or robotics who wants to shape validation frameworks in Sunnyvale, California. The Senior / Staff Systems Engineer, AI Validation role at Wayve involves leading simulation-led validation to prove the safety and performance of embodied AI driving systems.
Role Overview
Wayve is hiring a Senior / Staff Systems Engineer for its AI Validation team in Sunnyvale, California. This role involves owning the end-to-end evaluation and testing strategies for complex driving competencies such as intersections, lane changes, and crosswalks. The position operates on a hybrid schedule combining remote work with in-person collaboration.
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About the Company
Wayve builds an end-to-end embodied intelligence platform designed to enable vehicles to learn directly from real-world driving experience. The organization develops mapless and hardware-agnostic AI platforms that integrate with global automotive partners to advance automation levels from L2+ to L4.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official company careers page.
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What location is this position based in?
This role is based in Sunnyvale, California, operating on a hybrid model that combines remote work with in-person collaboration.
What is the salary range for this role?
The salary ranges between $209.7K and $311.4K with multiple ranges.
What programming language is required?
Professional Python programming skills are required for writing metrics, tests, and evaluation tooling.
Is visa sponsorship available?
Yes, relocation support and visa sponsorship are provided where applicable.
What does the interview process consist of?
The process includes an initial 25-minute recruiter screen, a 45-minute hiring manager competency interview, a 3 to 4 hour deep-dive interview covering systems and domain expertise, and a final 60-minute mission and values alignment interview.