Sensor Hardware Engineer

TL;DR

Sensor Hardware Engineer (Autonomous Trucking): Develop and optimize perception sensor architecture and data pipelines for autonomous trucking with an accent on sensor performance testing, on-road data analysis, and integration across vehicle platforms. Focus on hands-on sensor validation, defining field-of-view requirements, and collaborating with suppliers and the perception team to debug and improve real-world perception performance.

Company

hirify.global develops AI-powered autonomous ground transportation technology for commercial trucking and public sector use.

What you will do

• Collaborate with external partners to choose and optimize autonomous-driving sensors (lidar, radar, camera, ultrasonics).
• Analyze on-road data to identify sensor performance trends and prioritize optimization and debugging work.
• Develop and execute hands-on sensor tests to define vehicle architecture and improve perception performance.
• Define sensor field-of-view requirements and test new vehicle platforms against those requirements.
• Research and evaluate the latest autonomous-driving sensor technologies.
• Support sensor integration onto vehicles, debug issues, and work with the perception team to resolve sensor performance problems.

Requirements

• BS or MS (or equivalent) in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field, plus 5 years of experience in the automotive, aerospace, or related industry.
• Experience defining autonomous-driving sensing systems or deep expertise in one sensing modality.
• Hands-on capability across both hardware and software/data analysis (software experience is a plus, not required).
• Proven ability to build and iterate quickly, including taking ownership and leading projects (formally or informally).
• Experience across product development stages, including early “zero to one” work.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes for both low- and high-volume production, plus strong documentation and cross-functional design review skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation with equity and annual bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans (Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, MetLife) plus additional coverage options.
• Flexible PTO, paid holidays, and generous parental leave policies.
• 401(k) with Fidelity, plus HSA/FSA and commuter benefits.
• Office in Mountain View, CA with perks including dog-friendly space, catered lunch, stocked kitchen, and free EV charging.
• Long-term/short-term disability and life insurance, plus wellbeing benefits (e.g., Headspace, Calm, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health).

Hiring process

• Initial screening uses a third-party AI tool (Endorsed); final hiring decisions are made by the human recruitment team.
• Interviews include evaluation of job-related factors such as location, experience, education, skills, and performance.

Location: Mountain View, CA

Salary: $165,000 - $220,000 USD (base salary range for SF/Silicon Valley location)