Autonomy Test Specialist (Simulation + Vehicle Testing)

Domain: Autonomous Vehicles / Robotics / ADAS
Tools: Python Git Jira
Locations & Openings:

• Foster City CA 3 roles
  • 1 3 yrs (1)
  • 3 5 yrs (1)
  • 5 7 yrs (1)
• Austin TX 1 role (3 5 yrs)
• Miami FL 1 role (3 5 yrs)

• Simulation scenario creation (PUDO / Depot site scenarios)
• Test Engineering / QA / Validation
• Vehicle test planning & execution (on-site off-site)
• Defect triage log analysis root cause analysis
• Python scripting for automation data analysis
• Git Jira

We are looking for an Autonomy Test Specialist to support testing and validation for autonomy features in simulation and real-world vehicle environments. This role will focus on building simulation scenarios managing vehicle test execution and acting as the first line of triage for test failures and logs to support engineering teams.

• Create and configure simulation scenes for PUDO and Depot site scenarios translating operational requirements into testable simulation setups.
• Develop execute and maintain vehicle test plans to ensure complete coverage for new site enablement and autonomy feature updates.
• Coordinate and manage test scheduling working closely with vehicle operations teams to maximize testing throughput.
• Perform first-pass triage of simulation and vehicle test results including:
  • defect analysis
  • test log review
  • failure classification
  • root cause investigation
• Document test outcomes create clear reports and identify opportunities to improve test workflows and streamline processes.
• Track defects and test progress using Jira and collaborate through Git-based workflows.

• Experience in test engineering / validation / QA (simulation or vehicle systems preferred).
• Strong hands-on exposure to simulation environments (or game engines used for simulation).
• Working knowledge of Python scripting for automation and data analysis.
• Experience with log analysis debugging and defect triage.
• Familiarity with Git and defect tracking tools like Jira.

• Experience in Autonomous Vehicles / ADAS / Robotics domain.
• Exposure to real vehicle testing environments and operations coordination.

Pi-square technologies is a Michigan (USA) Headquartered Automotive Embedded Engineering Services company Synergy Partner for major OEMs and Tier 1s and their implementation partners in Automotive Embedded Product Development Projects Requirements Analysis Software Design Software Implementation Efficient Build Release Process and turnkey software V & V Services. We have more than 20 years of industry expertise with specialization in the latest cutting-edge automotive technologies such as Infotainment connected vehicles Cyber security OTA and Advanced Safety/ Body electronics.