Senior/Lead Robotics Validation Engineer

AMD; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

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Job summary

AMD in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Robotics Validation Engineer to validate diverse robotics platforms, from software to hardware. You will design use cases, develop automated ROS2 tests, and build Gazebo/Ignition simulations to ensure safety, reliability, and performance in real deployments.

You will lead and mentor validation efforts, integrate tests into CI/CD, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet customer needs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 6–12 years in QA/Validation, with 7+ years in robotics or AMR systems.
• Strong Python for automation and C++ for ROS2 integration.
• Hands‑on experience with ROS2, Nav2, colcon, and simulation tools (Gazebo/Ignition, Isaac Sim).

Responsibilities

• Define validation usecases and plans for robotics software and hardware.
• Develop automated test suites for ROS2 nodes, Nav2, and fleet APIs.
• Build simulation environments (Gazebo/Ignition, Isaac Sim) and author scenarios.
• Set up SIL/HIL rigs for AMR controllers and LiDAR emulators.
• Validate sensor QA for LiDAR, cameras, IMU, odometry.
• Test SLAM, localization, planning, and fleet orchestration.
• Ensure safety with ISO 3691-4, ISO 13849, ANSI/RIA R15.06.
• Embed tests into CI/CD and monitor KPIs; mentor team.

Skills

Python

C++

ROS2

Gazebo

Ignition

Isaac Sim

LiDAR

Localization/SLAM

Nav2

Docker

CI/CD

ISO 3691-4

ISO 13849

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Robotics/Electronics/Mechatronics/CS

Tools

colcon

Nav2 stack

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI

Jenkins

Docker

Job description

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Robotics Lead Validation Engineer

About The Role

Join AMD’s PAVS team as a Robotics Developer experience Usecases Validation Engineer where you will Validate and Execute diverse Robotics platforms, variants and customer usecases for advanced robotics systems across software, hardware, and integrated platforms. Your work will ensure safety, reliability, and performance through rigorous testing in simulation, Gazebo, Isaac sim, SIL/HIL environments, and real-world deployments.

Key Responsibilities

• Validation Strategy & Usecases : Define Usecases and execute validation plans for robotics software stacks (perception, planning, control) and hardware subsystems.
• Automation & Frameworks: Develop automated test suites for ROS2 nodes, navigation stack (Nav2), and fleet APIs using Python/C++, pytest, gtest/gmock.
• Simulation & Scenario Testing: Build simulation environments (Gazebo/Ignition, Isaac Sim) for warehouse layouts; author scenarios for obstacle avoidance, dynamic traffic, and multi-robot coordination.
• SIL/HIL Validation: Set up Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop rigs for AMR controllers, LiDAR emulators, and safety sensors; automate provisioning and logging.
• Sensor QA: Validate LiDAR, depth cameras, IMU, wheel encoders, and odometry accuracy under varying conditions.
• Navigation & Fleet QA: Test SLAM, localization robustness, path planning, and fleet orchestration (traffic management, task allocation, VDA5050 compliance).
• Safety & Compliance: Execute safety protocols for AMRs (emergency stop, zone monitoring, speed limits) aligned with ISO 3691-4, ISO 13849, ANSI/RIA R15.06.
• Performance & Reliability: Measure latency, throughput, and stability under high-load scenarios; validate battery management and docking behaviors.
• CI/CD Integration: Embed automated tests into pipelines for continuous validation; monitor KPIs like defect escape rate and scenario coverage.
• Leadership: Act as a strong individual contributor and mentor for robotics validation teams; collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure customer experience is prioritized.

Required Qualifications

• 6-12 years in QA/Validation, with 7+ years in robotics or AMR systems.
• Strong Python for automation and C++ for ROS2 integration.
• Hands‑on experience with ROS2, Nav2 stack, colcon, and simulation tools (Gazebo/Ignition, Isaac Sim).
• Expertise in LiDAR, depth cameras, IMU, odometry, and sensor calibration.
• Familiarity with fleet management systems, traffic control, and VDA5050 protocol.
• CI/CD experience with GitHub Actions/GitLab CI/Jenkins; Docker‑based test environments.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards for mobile robots (ISO 3691-4, ISO 13849).

Preferred Skills

• Multi‑robot coordination, dynamic obstacle handling, and SLAM algorithms.
• Robotics AMR safety PLCs, zone scanners, and emergency stop circuits.
• Warehouse automation workflows, WMS integration, and OPC‑UA.
• Performance benchmarking, reliability testing, and telemetry dashboards.

Success Metrics

• Automated coverage of navigation and fleet scenarios.
• Reduction in field defect escape rate.
• Stability and reliability under multi‑robot deployments.
• Compliance with safety standards and successful audits.

Academic Credentials

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field.

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AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.