Senior AV Systems Engineer - Simulation & Validation

MaC VC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Flexible vacation

Wellness program

Job summary

May Mobility is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer II to define, optimize, and validate next‑gen autonomous vehicle capabilities. You will bridge high‑level autonomy goals with concrete system requirements, designing scenario‑based test suites in simulated and on‑road environments, and building automated KPI‑driven reporting.

The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of systems engineering, automated testing, data analytics, and functional safety standards, with at least 6+ years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• 6+ years experience in automotive systems engineering and 3+ years in autonomous driving or ADAS.
• Strong knowledge of automotive and autonomous vehicle technologies.
• Experience developing behavioral simulations for AV or ADAS features.
• Experience with Python, SQL and data analysis tools (Pandas, NumPy, Spark).

Responsibilities

• Define, document, and manage system and capability-level requirements with end-to-end traceability.
• Conduct ODD and route analyses to shape AV driving capabilities.
• Ensure scenarios comply with industry standards and regulations (Euro NCAP, NHTSA).
• Drive and manage the driving simulation portfolio for comprehensive validation across the ODD.
• Craft test scenarios for evaluating autonomy features and on-road events.
• Analyze field events to identify simulation coverage gaps and create tests.
• Define simulation specs for cross-functional teams.
• Analyze results to identify performance trends and improvement opportunities.
• Lead engineering process continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Python

SQL

Pandas

NumPy

Spark

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree (Desirable)

Tools

AV simulation tools

Data toolsets

Job description

May Mobility is transforming cities through autonomous technology to create a safer, greener, more accessible world. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, May develops and deploys autonomous vehicles (AVs) powered by our innovative Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM) technology that literally reimagines the way AVs think.

Our vehicles do more than just drive themselves - they provide value to communities, bridge public transit gaps and move people where they need to go safely, easily and with a lot more fun. We’re building the world’s best autonomy system to reimagine transit by minimizing congestion, expanding access and encouraging better land use in order to foster more green, vibrant and livable spaces. Since our founding in 2017, we’ve given more than 500,000 autonomous rides to real people around the globe. And we’re just getting started. We’re hiring people who share our passion for building the future, today, solving real-world problems and seeing the impact of their work. Join us.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and data-driven Senior Systems Engineer II to lead the definition, optimization, and validation of next-generation Autonomous Vehicle capabilities.

In this role, you will bridge the gap between high-level autonomy goals and actionable system requirements. You will be responsible for defining autonomous vehicle system requirements, designing complex scenario-based test suites in simulated and on-road environments, and building automated, KPI-driven reporting pipelines. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of systems engineering, automated testing, data analytics, and functional safety standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Define, document, and manage system and capability-level requirements with full end-to-end traceability leveraging requirement management, AV simulation, and data toolsets.
• Conduct in-depth Operational Design Domain (ODD) and route analyses to shape AV driving capabilities and sub-capabilities.
• Ensure designed scenarios align and comply with established industry standards and regulatory frameworks, such as Euro NCAP and NHTSA
• Drive and manage the driving simulation portfolio to ensure comprehensive validation coverage across the entire Operational Design Domain (ODD).
• Craft on-road and logical test scenarios designed specifically for evaluating autonomy features, system capabilities, and critical on-road events.
• Process and analyze real-world field events to close the loop by identifying simulation coverage gaps and creating representative simulation tests.
• Define clear, robust simulation specifications and requirements for cross-functional simulation teams to develop and build against.
• Analyze real-world and simulation results to identify performance trends, uncover potential issues, and provide insights for improvements
• Lead engineering process continuous improvement activities, proposing solutions and gaining buy-in from impacted teams

Skills and Abilities

Success in this role typically requires the following competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and highly-organized
• Ability to multitask and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced work environment
• Understanding of agile startup and engineering principles and mindset
• Ability to display systems thinking and attention to detail
• Detailed knowledge of requirements management and requirement-based design
• Curiosity to learn and desire to improve

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates most successful in this role typically hold the following qualifications or comparable knowledge or experience:

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
• 6+ years experience in automotive systems engineering working on software, hardware, or combined hardware/software products and 3+ years systems engineering experience working on autonomous driving or advance driver assistance systems
• Strong knowledge of automotive and autonomous vehicle technologies
• Experience developing behavioral simulations for AV or ADAS features
• Experience with Python, SQL, and data analysis tools (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Spark).

Desirable

• A Masters degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience working in a startup
• Practical awareness of functional safety principles, including ISO 26262, SOTIF, and HARA.

Physical Requirements

• Standard office working conditions which includes but is not limited to:
• Prolonged sitting
• Prolonged standing
• Prolonged computer use

• Travel required? - Minimal: 1%-10%

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive healthcare suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans. Domestic partners who have been residing together at least one year are also eligible to participate.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Healthcare and Dependent Care Accounts available.
• Rich retirement benefits, including an immediately vested employer safe harbor match.
• Generous paid parental leave as well as a phased return to work.
• Flexible vacation policy in addition to paid company holidays.
• Total Wellness Program providing numerous resources for overall wellbeing

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and/or people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every qualification. At May Mobility, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you’re excited about this role but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role at May.

Want to learn more about our culture & benefits? Check out our website!

May Mobility is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetics or any other legally protected basis. Below, you have the opportunity to share your preferred gender pronouns, gender, ethnicity, and veteran status with May Mobility to help us identify areas of improvement in our hiring and recruitment processes. Completion of these questions is entirely voluntary. Any information you choose to provide will be kept confidential, and will not impact the hiring decision in any way. If you believe that you will need any type of accommodation, please let us know.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: May Mobility does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Furthermore, May Mobility does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners.

Salary Range

$125,000—$150,000 USD

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