Development Engineer Sr - Software

Volkswagen Group; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k)

Company lease car program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Volkswagen Group is seeking a Development Engineer Sr- Software in San Jose, CA. The role focuses on environment modeling, motion planning, behavioral prediction, and vehicle control software.

Responsibilities include testing in simulation, integrating ADAS concepts, and validating customer functions. You will work on cross‑functional teams across the US and Germany, developing robust software architectures, performing root‑cause analyses, and ensuring timely delivery of software components for

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental modeling and path planning for ADAS/parking systems.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python for algorithm development.
• Strong knowledge of motion planning and vehicle control concepts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate concept vehicle hardware/software development projects.
• Develop and cross-compile C/C++ and CUDA code.
• Build and maintain CI/CD workflows for ARM64/Linux targets.
• Define requirements and monitor progress with stakeholders.
• Lead integration of path planning and vehicle control algorithms.
• Collaborate with ADAS teams in Germany and the US.
• Perform root-cause analysis of platform issues.

Skills

C/C++

Python

ROS

SLAM

ADTF

CI/CD

Git

V2X/Vehicle networks

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Robotics or equivalent

Master’s or PhD in Mechatronics, Robotics (desired)

Tools

CANalyzer

CANape

ADTF Tools

GDB/CI tools

Job description

Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.
Brief Role Description
This position is a career level 20P and is located in San Jose, CA with a role classification of Hybrid.
The Development Engineer Sr- Software will be responsible planning and management projects related to environment modeling, motion planning, behavioral prediction algorithms and software for vehicle control and its interaction with its environment. Testing of these concepts in a simulation environment, its integration into the ADAS projects and the final validation on a customer function level will be part of the responsibilities.
Possible Tasks within this Role
Product/ Function Development (40%)

• Project coordination for concept vehicle hardware and software development
• Create, discuss and align concepts for complex software components
• Develop and cross‑compile C/C++ and CUDA code
• Build and maintain CI/CD workflows for cross‑compiled builds targeting ARM64/Linux
• Spread knowledge and create guidelines for other engineers and provide architecture
• Building/Integrating software and algorithms for path planning, behavioural planning and vehicle control
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams within the ADAS development departments in Germany and in the US
• Perform root‑cause analysis and debugging of platform‑specific issues

Project Management (20%)

• Performing other duties as necessary for completion of projects and achievement of goals.
• Building a traceability
• Definition/negotiation/monitoring of requirements and change requests
• Tracking of development progress and key performance indicators
• Technical and commercial alignment with local suppliers/ development partners
• Creation of specific requirements for the market
• Reporting of project status to the Management
• Defining project approval scope
• Building traceability within the development process
• Definition of required scope of local test cases (HW and SW testing, scope: platform)
• Resource planning for approval activities
• Monitoring of test execution to ensure approval on schedule
• Generate approval recommendation

Evaluate Start-ups and other cooperation opportunities with local partners to achieve project goals
Error Management (20%)

• Tracking of issues
• Leading ticket reviews
• Analyses of issues with different tooling’s (CANoe, ADTF,…)

Verification and Validation (20%)

• Testing algorithms in simulation, in vehicle in controlled environment, and ultimately in in vehicle in the field.
• Benchmarking and validating navigation systems for final deployment
• Creation of test setups for validation and acceptance tests
• Definition of required scope of local test cases (HW and SW testing, scope: platform)
• Monitoring of test execution to ensure on time approval

Qualification requirements
7 - 10 years of work experience in the field of Environmental Modeling and Path Planning for ADAS and Advanced Parking systems
Education
Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Robotics or equivalent with focus on Computer Vision, Motion/Path Planning or related field
Desired
Master’s or PhD in Mechatronics, Robotics or equivalent with focus on Computer Vision, Motion/Path Planning or related field
Skills

• Good knowledge of of environmental modeling and a variety of planning techniques
• Skilled in motion planning and control theory (e.g., model predictive control, vehicle dynamic modeling)
• Good programming and algorithm design knowledge
• Good programming skills in C/C++ and Python
• Experience with software engineering tools like Git, CMake, CI, gdb,etc.
• Excellent planning and organization skills
• Good agile project management know-how
• Effective analytical and conceptual skills to derive adequate solutions for technical problems
• Ability to solve complex problems
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills
• Open minded and empathic work style
• Excellent team player
• Comfortable with ambiguity and tackling new problems
• Deep understanding of the vehicle network (communication, flex devices, mapping from previous to new networks, ..)

Required
Specialized Skills

• Working knowledge of ROS and/or other message networking middleware
• Good knowledge of SLAM
• Experience with real-time sensor fusion
• Good knowledge of ADTF framework and working knowledge of ADTF Tools
• Working knowledge of Vector tools like CANalyzer CANape etc
• Good knowledge of automotive bus systems (FlexRay, CAN).
• Firsthand experience with CI/CD of software
• Good understanding of Functional Safety concepts for ADAS systems

Desired

• Good German language skills
• Good knowledge of Artificial Neural Networks and related libraries like Tensorflow and Keras
• Strong English language and German language skills (written and spoken)

Compensation Data
Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is established within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay for this position will fall within the pay range listed below and is determined based on job‑related factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to an employee’s work location. Ranges are market‑dependent and may be modified in the future.
This position is located in San Jose, CA. The pay range for this location is $121,300-$218,300
Benefits For This Position Include:

• Eligibility for annual performance bonus
• Healthcare benefits
• 401(k), with company match
• Defined contribution retirement program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company lease car program
• Paid time off

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.
This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.