Manager, AV Evaluation

For our client, we are seeking a Manager, AV Evaluation to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will lead a technical team focused on evaluating autonomy software performance across simulation and real-world conditions. You will shape the methods and tools used to quantify system behavior, translate evaluation data into actionable insights, and help guide critical architectural decisions in a highly technical environment. The position also partners closely with engineering teams to align evaluation strategies with development priorities and business needs. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $218,800 – $335,300 annually Responsibilities Lead and develop engineers focused on autonomy evaluation tools and workflows Set technical direction for assessing software performance across various systems Design algorithms to aggregate metrics from simulation and real-world tests Guide statistical and ML methods for performance quantification Oversee evaluation strategies for perception and planning components Deliver dashboards and reports for trend analysis and insights Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align evaluation strategies with development needs Qualifications 8+ years of experience in robotics, autonomous systems, data analysis, or ML evaluation, with leading experience 3+ years of experience evaluating dynamic systems using numerical or ML methods Proficiency in Python for production environments, including code review experience Strong familiarity with data analysis libraries such as Pandas and NumPy, as well as visualization tools Experience with C++ for debugging and understanding core algorithms Demonstrated technical leadership influencing architectural decisions Strong analytical skills to resolve data anomalies Benefits Remote/hybrid work arrangement with in-office expectations three times a week for local candidates Opportunity to work with cutting-edge autonomous driving technology Participation in a company vehicle evaluation program after meeting requirements Support for professional growth through team coaching and career development Influence major architectural decisions in a high-impact technical domain Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.