Senior System Test Engineer, Sensing Subsystem Test

About the role

The System Test Engineer will play a critical role in supporting Aurora's Safety Case by developing and maintaining test strategies, plans, and procedures for the Perception subsystem of the Aurora Driver. This role requires a deep understanding of the interdependencies between requirements decomposition, test coverage, and deficiency resolution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain test strategies, plans, and procedures for the Perception subsystem of the Aurora Driver
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for specific sub-system/capability/item in the Perception Subsystem and collaborate with customers (Autonomy, Systems, Safety Engineering) to understand requirements and define novel approaches to improve performance
• Proactively drive and design testing coverage strategies by defining test dimensions that align with product milestones
• Implement, coordinate, and design diverse testing methods including simulation, track, and road testing in support of autonomy development and system verification and validation
• Execute tests, analyze results, and identify defects or anomalies in subsystem behavior
• Work closely with development teams to drive continuous performance assessment, investigate root causes, and drive resolution/risk acceptance of issues, before release
• Provide frequent, simple, and clear written and verbal communication of complex ideas to external teams, peers, and stakeholders
• Design, develop, execute, and train others in processes that embody test engineering best practices
• Guide and support junior engineers and analysts
• Establish new test & evaluation processes at the project level, and/or develop new tooling and methods

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another relevant engineering field
• 6 - 8 years of relevant industry experience
• Proven experience in test and evaluation of complex systems
• Demonstrated understanding of the interdependency of Requirements Decomposition, Test Coverage, and Deficiency Resolution
• Experience with test methods, tools, and frameworks
• Ability to synthesize data into meaningful information to support decision making
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Qualifications

• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g. Python, bash) and query languages (e.g. SQL) with an emphasis around data management for test reports
• Previous experience with autonomous systems (particularly automotive-based)
• Familiarity with software development methodologies, version control systems (e.g., Git), and continuous integration (CI) pipelines

Desirable Qualifications

• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g. Python, bash) and query languages (e.g. SQL) with an emphasis around data management for test reports
• Previous experience specifically with Perception testing
• Familiarity with software development methodologies, version control systems (e.g., Git), and continuous integration (CI) pipelines

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $115K - $166.5K per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Benefits

The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits. Aurora operates in a hybrid work environment where employees are in the office at least 3 days per week. Aurora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the application process and workplace. For California applicants, information collected and processed as part of your application and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Aurora’s California Employment Privacy Policy.