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Senior V&V Engineer – Public Road & Fleet Testing

Gatik AI
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Safety & Systems
Salary
$160,000- $260,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • B.S. or M.S. in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Automotive Engineering, or Data Analytics
  • 5+ years in field validation, fleet testing, or systems engineering for autonomous vehicles or large-scale robotic fleets
  • Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization/log analysis platforms (Jupyter, Grafana, Foxglove, MCAP)
  • Experience analyzing sensor logs (LiDAR, Radar, Camera, CAN) to triage autonomy failures
  • Deep understanding of Operational Design Domains (ODDs), route mapping validation, and fleet-wide safety monitoring
Nice to have
  • Experience deploying L4 driverless commercial operations in freight, trucking, or ride-hailing
  • Expertise in statistical fleet reliability modeling
  • Strong cross-functional leadership skills working directly with Operations, Safety, and Engineering teams
What the job really is

The Senior V&V Engineer – Public Road & Fleet Testing at Gatik is responsible for validating the behavior of autonomous trucks on active B2B customer routes. This role involves defining testing strategies, validating maps and routes, investigating anomalies, and tracking safety performance indicators to ensure the fleet operates safely and effectively. The engineer will also provide feedback to engineering teams based on on-road findings.

Things to weigh
  • Onsite work required 5 days a week in Santa Clara, CA
  • Salary range provided is broad, from $160,000 to $260,000, which may indicate variability based on experience or negotiation
  • The role involves significant responsibility in ensuring safety and operational readiness for autonomous vehicles, which may be high-pressure
Job score3.6/5
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Freshness4/5
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Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency5/5

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