Remote Position29.01.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Mid-Senior Autonomous Vehicle Road Testing Engineer - Remote

$80K–$100K/year

About the Role

Join us as a Mid-Senior Autonomous Vehicle Road Testing Engineer in our Autonomous Vehicle Road Testing team and help shape the future of autonomous mobility! This remote role offers you the chance to take end-to-end responsibility for autonomous vehicle road testing while acting as a key interface between development, operations, and testing. You will be part of a team that conducts all public road testing in Europe, coordinating global road testing activities and delivering high-visibility demonstration drives for politicians, investors, customers, and other key stakeholders worldwide.

What You'll Do

  • Coordinate and collaborate closely with development partners and MOIA teams regarding feature development for specific milestones.
  • Steer the release, DevDrop, and map testing in Hamburg while supporting global initiatives.
  • Take full responsibility for demonstration drives, including vehicle and driver planning, upstream testing program, feature readiness, and map quality.
  • Assess the current development status, create and prioritize issues, and ensure timely resolution.
  • Participate in regular test and feature planning meetings, preparing and conducting escalations in case of delays to development goals.
  • Manage global road test activities regarding planned feature rollouts and assess new training needs for new features.
  • Conduct test drives to ensure the highest standards of performance and safety.

Requirements

  • A completed degree in mechanical engineering, electrical/electronics engineering, mechatronics, automotive engineering, industrial engineering, business informatics, or a comparable qualification.
  • Several years of professional experience in vehicle testing.
  • Experience with ADAS or autonomous driving testing is a strong plus.
  • Interest in remote work opportunities in QA & Testing.
  • Strong affinity for data and data analysis.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Business-level fluency in German and English, both written and spoken.

Nice to Have

  • Background in operational environments.
  • High motivation to learn new technologies and work in a fast-moving environment.
  • Willingness to travel internationally.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary including bonuses.
  • Hybrid work setup: Work from home or one of our offices - you and your team decide how often to meet, blending flexibility with collaboration!
  • Flexible working hours and the possibility of flexible work arrangements depending on your needs.
  • Budget and monthly expense allowance for home office setup.
  • Possibility of remote work from outside Germany for up to 6 weeks per year from over 35 countries.
  • Public transport ticket for commuting and travelling throughout Germany.
  • Subsidized fitness club membership or bike leasing.
  • 30 vacation days, sabbatical, and unpaid leave options.
Language Requirements
GermanC1
EnglishC1
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Why This Job8.5 of 10

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in the cutting-edge field of autonomous vehicle testing with a flexible remote work setup. Join a diverse team at MOIA and contribute to the future of mobility.

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Who Will Succeed Here

Proficiency in vehicle testing methodologies and tools, including experience with ADAS systems such as Lidar and Radar, to effectively assess and validate autonomous vehicle performance.

Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data sets from vehicle testing, utilizing software like MATLAB or Python for data analysis to derive actionable insights.

Experience in both mechanical and electrical engineering principles, demonstrating a hands-on approach in troubleshooting and optimizing vehicle systems during testing phases.

Learning Resources

Introduction to Autonomous Vehiclescourse

Career Path

Mid-Senior Autonomous Vehicle Road Testing Engineer(Now)Lead Autonomous Vehicle Testing Engineer(1-2 years)Autonomous Vehicle Testing Manager(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$68B
Annual Growth
15.2%
AI Adoption in Autonomous Vehicles
60%
Investment in Autonomous Vehicle Tech
+40%
Labour Demand for Vehicle Testing Engineers
+25%
Avg Salary for Autonomous Vehicle Engineers
$105K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Vehicle TestingADASData Analysis
Growing in Demand
Machine Learning for ADASSimulation Software Proficiency (e.g., CARLA, VISSIM)Cybersecurity for Vehicle Systems
Declining
Traditional Mechanical Testing MethodsLegacy Data Analysis Tools (e.g., MATLAB 2010)

Domain Trends

Increased Focus on Safety Regulations
With 70% of consumers expressing concerns over autonomous vehicle safety, companies are investing heavily in compliance testing.
Rise of Simulation-Based Testing
Over 50% of vehicle testing processes are now conducted in virtual environments, reducing costs and time.
Integration of AI in Vehicle Testing
AI-driven analytics are being adopted by 65% of firms to enhance data analysis and improve testing accuracy.

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