Sensor Reliability Engineer

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AutoX is a global leader in self-driving car technology, driven by our mission to "Democratize Autonomy" and accelerate the advent of fully driverless cars. Our cutting-edge self-driving cars are designed to tackle the most complex and dynamic traffic environments, from bustling city streets to ever-changing urban landscapes. In 2020, we became the second company to secure a fully driverless passenger vehicle permit in California — a key milestone in autonomy. With a world-class team of engineers and R&D centers across the U.S. and beyond, AutoX continues to innovate.

Join us to shape the future! Work with brilliant minds on technology transforming transportation and make a lasting impact.

Locations:

  • San Jose, California, US (Salary Range: $75k—$300k USD)
  • Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
  • Singapore
  • Dubai, UAE
Responsibilities:
  • Analyze failure mechanisms and time interval of autonomous driving sensors.
  • Develop models that simulate the impact of high temperatures, rain, snow, dust, etc., on sensor performance during vehicle operation, combining theory, simulation, and experimentation.
  • Develop failure models for related components and modules such as electronics, mechanics, optics, chips, heating, and cleaning systems.
  • Review experimental data, failure models, and lifetime assessments provided by suppliers, and provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
  • Assist in reliability testing of autonomous driving sensors and work with the R&D team to improve designs.
  • Summarize and maintain sensor reliability documentation, support production data analysis, and assist with product quality and yield analysis.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with more than five years of work experience, or master's degree with more than three years of work experience, preferably in reliability testing, modeling, or evaluation.
  • Strong background in mathematics, physics, and statistics.
  • Familiar with software development processes, proficient in using Python/MATLAB for modeling and data analysis, and able to read C/C++ code.
  • Strong technical communication skills and be a good team player.
Preferences:
  • Experience in the reliability of LiDAR, millimeter-wave radar, cameras, and other sensors.
  • Experience in the autonomous driving industry.
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as SN 29500, IEC 62380, IEC 61709.
How to Apply: AutoX is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees. AutoX does not discriminate against, and prohibits harassment of, any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law in the respected countries.

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