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Sr. /Staff System Safety Engineer, Autonomy

DiDi Labs
Location
San Jose, CA
Posted
9 days ago
Department
System Engineering
Salary
$148,594-247,038
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related technical field
  • 3-5 years of industry experience in systems engineering, safety engineering, autonomous systems, or a directly related field
  • Strong systems thinking with the ability to decompose complex safety challenges and drive practical, scalable solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams, influence stakeholders, and take ownership of safety outcomes
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple parallel projects and ambiguous requirements
Nice to have
  • Professional experience in safety-critical autonomous vehicle deployment or large-scale robotic systems operations
  • Background in functional safety (ISO 26262, SOTIF) or safety assurance of unmanned systems
  • Hands-on experience with safety validation tools, simulation-based V&V, or operational safety monitoring platforms
  • Proven track record of defining release policies or safety readiness criteria for real-world autonomous systems
What the job really is

The Senior/Staff System Safety Engineer, Autonomy will lead the safety strategy and deployment readiness for fully autonomous driving systems. This role involves defining safety frameworks, implementing release policies, and conducting assessments to ensure safety standards are met for unmanned operations. The engineer will collaborate with various teams to support decisions on deployment and operational scaling while driving continuous improvements in safety practices.

Benefits
  • Base salary range for Sr. Engineer: $148,594-247,038
  • Base salary range for Staff Engineer: $178,286-296,400
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided, but individual pay depends on various factors including location and experience
  • Role involves significant responsibility in safety, which may lead to high-stress situations
  • Fast-paced environment with multiple projects may require strong multitasking abilities
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