Software Engineer (Autonomous Vehicles)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (AV Systems): Developing methods, tools, and processes for the validation of autonomous vehicle behavior with an accent on converting validation strategies into well-architected production code. Focus on benchmarking autonomy performance, utilizing data analytics for risk analysis, and scaling testing products for AI developers.

Location: Hybrid/Remote in Michigan (MI) or California (CA), USA

Company

hirify.global is a global automotive leader pursuing a vision of zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.

What you will do

• Develop and prototype strategies to benchmark the performance of autonomy systems.
• Convert validation strategies into production-quality code for continuous and scaled software release cycles.
• Analyze simulation, on-bench, and on-road performance data to provide actionable insights for AI developers.
• Utilize data analytics to drive design, validation, risk analysis, and prioritization decisions.
• Build and scale systems engineering testing products for software release and Embodied AI teams.
• Establish and maintain coding best practices across the Software Validation organization.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Data Science, or related fields (completing by Spring 2026).
• Experience in software engineering, preferably with overlap in robotics, systems analysis, or data analysis.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, and SQL for analyzing large data sets and building simulation products.
• Ability to utilize AI tools to accelerate software development.
• Strong analytical thinking and the ability to operate under ambiguity.
• Excellent communication skills for both high-level and detailed technical discussions.

Nice to have

• Experience with safety-critical projects, specifically verification and validation tools.
• Background in robotics, autonomous vehicles, or ADAS development.
• Experience with robotics simulation environments.
• Ability to analyze automotive collision data.
• Experience creating data visualizations using Looker or Jupyter notebooks.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package focusing on employee well-being from day one.
• Inclusive work environment committed to non-discrimination and belonging.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge simulation technologies and novel development processes.
• Collaborative culture fostering innovation in the field of autonomous driving.