Lead Engineer, Systems Verification & Validation at Serve Robotics

Redwood City, California, United States

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$170,000 – $230,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Robotics, Autonomous Vehicles, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Software or equivalent engineering field
  • 8+ years of experience in systems integration and testing of complex electromechanical and/or autonomous robotic systems
  • Experience with autonomous/non-autonomous robots verification and validation testing - system level, closed course testing, HIL, Simulation
  • Experience with test scripting and data analysis languages (e.g. Python and SQL)
  • Experience testing ROS or other DDS based robotic systems
  • Highly Preferred: architecture/system level understanding of autonomous vehicle software stack
  • Preferred: experience with converting high level AV behaviors into testable requirements
  • Hands-on approach to the test and debugging of electromechanical systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for audiences ranging from technicians to senior executives
  • What makes you standout: M.S., or Ph.D in Mechanical, Electrical, Software or equivalent engineering field
  • What makes you standout: Experience with systems engineering fundamentals, particularly verification & validation methods
  • What makes you standout: Proven track record of developing tools and metrics to build insights on fleet performance to improve robotic behavior

Responsibilities

  • Lead interdisciplinary teams to define verification & validation plans that ensure all autonomy requirements are satisfied and the delivery of a safe and responsible autonomous robot
  • Work cross-functionally to develop novel strategies and methods to verify and validate the autonomy features of an autonomous sidewalk delivery robot, drawing on analysis, simulation, HIL testing, and vehicle testing
  • Work cross-functionally to develop detailed simulations and structured test plans and procedures
  • Execute the technical and logistical planning of vehicle tests including cross-functional coordination with other teams, such as hardware, firmware, and autonomy
  • Perform test data analysis and report test results. Define and develop automated data extraction tools to streamline analysis and reporting
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues in the field pertaining to autonomous behavior, and trace failures to correct subsystems or AV SW stack
  • Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, and results
  • Support autonomous vehicle requirements generation such that they are implementable and verifiable

Skills

Systems Verification
Systems Validation
Robotics
Machine Learning
Computer Vision
Test Planning
Requirements Verification
Autonomous Systems
Cross-functional Leadership

Serve Robotics

Autonomous delivery robots for food and retail

About Serve Robotics

Serve Robotics is changing the delivery industry with its self-driving robots that provide sustainable and efficient delivery solutions. Instead of using traditional vehicles, these lightweight, autonomous robots deliver small items like food and retail products, reducing carbon emissions and traffic congestion. The company operates on a delivery-as-a-service (DaaS) model, allowing businesses in the food and retail sectors to subscribe and pay based on their delivery needs. Serve Robotics aims to lead in the autonomous delivery market by offering eco-friendly solutions that enhance customer experience.

Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$51.6MTotal Funding
POST_IPO_EQUITYCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Robotics & Automation, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Risks

Rapid expansion may strain resources and operational capabilities.
Integration of Vebu could divert focus from core delivery services.
Over-reliance on partners like Uber and Nvidia poses potential risks.

Differentiation

Serve Robotics uses zero-emissions rovers for eco-friendly food delivery.
The company offers delivery-as-a-service with a subscription-based revenue model.
Serve Robotics integrates Vebu's Autocado for expanded automation solutions.

Upsides

Recent $80M funding supports expansion to 2,000 robots by end of 2025.
Acquisition of Vebu enhances automation offerings beyond delivery services.
Appointment of Anthony Armenta boosts AI and software capabilities.

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