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Platform Systems Engineer; Sensing and Perception, Maps and Localization

Waabi · Phoenix, AZ

Posted about 3 months ago

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This role has been open
79 days
Waabi's roles stay open a median of 80 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
65% of Waabi's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Waabi
high
81 stale, 2 reposted of 88 open
Hiring momentum
97 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

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About this role

As a Platform Systems Engineer at Waabi, you will lead the systems engineering lifecycle for Sensing, Perception, Maps, and Localization in autonomous vehicles. Your role involves defining requirements, integrating cross-functional teams, validating data, and improving simulation methods. You will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to the system safety case, ensuring robust solutions are delivered on time.

Our read on this posting2.8out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
5/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Waabi as an employer.

What you need

  • 3+ years of industry experience in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or aerospace
  • Strong foundation in AV systems, specifically in sensing, perception algorithms, sensor fusion, mapping, and localization
  • Deep knowledge of sensor physics, signal processing, data acquisition/management
  • Expert knowledge of Systems Engineering and Verification & Validation (V&V) best practices
  • Working knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262)
  • Comprehensive coding skills in Python, C++, or other common programming languages

Nice to have

  • Experience working alongside generative AI architectures or integrating ML-based perception algorithms
  • Familiarity with SOTIF (ISO 21448)
  • Applied and proven experience in building end-to-end perception or localization systems
  • Experience with sensor calibration and synchronization methods for commercial trucking or heavy machinery
  • Applied and proven experience with defining and executing test cases for perception/localization system performance

What you get

  • 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
  • Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of remote work policies beyond 'Work from Home support'
  • Salary range is broad and may vary significantly based on experience
  • Focus on safety standards and rigorous systems engineering may imply a high-pressure environment

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Listed by Waabi on their lever job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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