Senior Systems Engineer, Metrics & Simulation

Stack AV is developing revolutionary AI and advanced autonomous systems for the trucking transportation industry. They are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to focus on simulation design and development, metric design, and AV behavior definition, ensuring the development of safe and reliable self-driving systems.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and guide simulation scenario test case development for evaluating system performance and behavior
• Develop AV behavior metrics to monitor performance of the system
• Identify and implement methodologies for discovery of new/unique behavior scenarios from test data
• Analyze simulation test results and identify solutions to increase test coverage, increase scenario coverage, and determine correct AV behaviors
• Develop test plans and strategies
• Contribute to development of the safety case for the complete system and help ensure it is comprehensive and complete

Requirements:

• Experience in creating simulations and working within a simulation test environment
• Experience in software engineering and algorithm design
• Fluent in Python; Experience with C++ and SQL a plus
• Experience conducting root cause analysis to determine underlying causes of issues and faults
• Demonstrated experience working across highly cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high degree of engineering rigor
• Exposure to, and familiarity with, software engineering across the full lifecycle, including software requirements development, software design, implementation, and unit & integration testing
• Work products are developed in detail-oriented and quantitative approaches
• Clear, concise communication of technical topics
• Working knowledge of safety standards applicable to on-road autonomy such as ISO-26262, ISO 21448 (SOTIF), UL 4600, or equivalent
• Experience applying ISO 21448, Safety of the intended functionality (SOTIF) is appreciated but not required