Senior Systems Engineer II

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 reimagines the way AVs think. Our vehicles provide value to communities, bridge public transit gaps, and move people safely and easily while fostering green, vibrant, and livable spaces. Since our founding in 2017, we’ve given more than 500,000 autonomous rides globally.

About the role

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 define autonomous vehicle system requirements, design complex scenario-based test suites in simulated and on-road environments, and build automated, KPI-driven reporting pipelines. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of systems engineering, automated testing, data analytics, and functional safety standards.

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.

Requirements

• 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 advanced 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).

Qualifications

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

Skills

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• Standard office working conditions which include prolonged sitting, standing, and computer use.
• Minimal travel required: 1%-10%.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

Pay

$125,000—$150,000 USD per year.