HHiring Reality
← Gatik AI

V&V Systems Lead

Gatik AI
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Safety & Systems
Salary
$180,000- $260,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or Aerospace Engineering
  • 8+ years leading systems verification and validation programs for safety-critical autonomous systems, aerospace, or automotive platforms
  • Mastery of the system V-model development lifecycle and safety standards (ISO 26262, UL 4600, ISO 21448)
  • Proven track record leading release gate sign-offs for safety-critical commercial products
  • Mastery of requirement management platforms (Jama, DOORS) and test execution tools
  • Deep understanding of how to balance virtual testing (SIL/HIL) with physical testing (Track/Fleet) to achieve statistical confidence in system safety
Nice to have
  • Direct experience leading the V&V sign-off for a fully commercialized, uncrewed autonomous vehicle system
  • Background managing cross-functional technical teams across hardware, software, and field operations
What the job really is

As the Staff V&V Systems Lead at Gatik, you will architect and oversee the Verification & Validation (V&V) framework for autonomous systems, ensuring safety and compliance through rigorous testing methodologies. Your role involves managing the V&V lifecycle, synthesizing safety evidence, and serving as a technical sign-off authority for driverless operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align testing strategies and prepare for regulatory audits, all while working onsite in Santa Clara, CA.

Benefits
  • Salary Range - $180,000- $260,000
Things to weigh
  • Role requires onsite presence 5 days a week
  • Focus on safety-critical systems may involve high-pressure decision-making
  • No specific mention of additional benefits or perks beyond salary
Job score4/5
Benefits1/5
Freshness4/5
Career value5/5
Role clarity5/5
Pay transparency5/5

Applying to Gatik AI?

See how your résumé matches this role — and tailor it from what actually gets interviews.

Calculate resume scoreGenerate resume to apply
Job Link →