Autonomous Vehicle Safety & Compliance Engineer
@ Lyft

New York, NY
$165,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 21 days ago

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About the Role

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We are revolutionizing transportation by advancing autonomous vehicle safety. As an Autonomous Vehicle Safety & Compliance Engineer, you will drive safety and compliance initiatives in our AV efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and assess safety cases and technical requirements using UL 4600, ISO 26262, and ISO 21448.
  • Conduct audits, testing, and evaluations with comprehensive engineering reporting.
  • Perform on-road and closed-course testing, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
  • Utilize Quantified Risk Management tools such as FMEDA, DFMEA, FTA, and DFA.
  • Collaborate with Business and Legal teams, ensuring AV platform compliance with FMVSS and state codes.

Technical & Leadership Skills

Proven background in systems engineering, functional safety, and AV technology is required. Experience with validation, verification, and technical audits is essential. Strong documentation, communication, and teamwork skills are expected.

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 5 years in systems engineering, ADAS/AV design, sensor technologies, or functional safety engineering. Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred. Familiarity with industry standards (UL 4600, ISO 26262, ISO 21448, IEC 61508) and tools like JAMASoft is ideal.

Benefits

Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health benefits, generous paid time off, parental leave, 401(k), subsidized commuting, and exclusive perks with Lyft Pink. This hybrid role requires in-office presence 3 days a week, with additional flexibility for remote work up to 4 weeks annually.

Key skills/competency

  • Autonomous
  • Safety
  • Compliance
  • Systems Engineering
  • Validation
  • Risk Management
  • Testing
  • Auditing
  • Documentation
  • Collaboration
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How to Get Hired at Lyft

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor experience highlighting AV safety and compliance.
  • Research Lyft: Understand their culture and safety initiatives.
  • Prepare technical examples: Demonstrate systems engineering and audit experience.
  • Practice interviews: Focus on problem solving and safety decision-making.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review UL 4600 standards and ISO guidelines.
Practice using FMEDA, DFMEA, and FTA tools.
Brush up on systems engineering principles and audits.
Study AV testing protocols and incident analysis methods.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a team conflict resolution experience.
Discuss a time when documentation details were vital.
Explain collaboration with non-technical teams.
Share an example of handling safety project pressure.

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