Hybrid Senior Sensor Engineer

at Waabi

• Job title: Senior Sensor Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $155,000 - $210,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, San Francisco, United States

About the role

• Senior Sensor Engineer building next generation self-driving technology at Waabi. Collaborating on sensor evaluation and integration within autonomous vehicle systems.

Responsibilities

• Select and evaluate sensors for future platforms.
• Collaborate with suppliers to understand roadmaps, emerging technologies, resolve technical issues, and source sensors.
• Manage all aspects of sensor integration and configuration.
• Characterize and evaluate sensor performance, developing strategies for improving accuracy, reliability, and durability.
• Ensure successful integration of sensors within the autonomous vehicle system through cross-organizational collaboration.
• Build test assets for sensor evaluation, characterization, and validation.
• Conduct field testing, data collection, and data analysis, documenting and reporting results.
• Provide support for other sensor modalities and engineers as needed.
• Collaborate on shared team tooling, infrastructure, and test assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of related hands-on experience with Lidar and/or Radar, preferably in autonomous vehicles or robotics.
• Experience with Cameras, GNSS, and/or IMU is a plus.
• Strong practical experience with automotive sensors.
• Proficiency in sensor data acquisition, processing, and analysis techniques.
• Experience with signal processing, statistics, and machine learning algorithms.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and visualization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Open-minded and collaborative team player with a willingness to assist others.
• Passionate about self-driving technologies, tackling complex problems, and creating innovative solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and equity awards
• Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Unlimited Vacation
• Flexible hours and Work from Home support
• Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office)
• Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events both on-site, off-site & virtually
• As we grow, this list continues to evolve!