V&V Engineer, Firmware
Waabi is a Physical AI company developing autonomous-driving technology for trucks and robotaxis.
About Waabi
Founded in 2021 by Raquel Urtasun, Waabi develops a verifiable end-to-end AI model and neural simulation technology for autonomous transportation. Its current platform supports autonomous trucking and an expansion into robotaxis.
Skills
Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
You will derive vehicle requirements and maintain traceability to test evidence. You will plan and execute verification testing, build and maintain HIL benches and fixtures, and automate regression testing. You will investigate firmware issues, support certification testing, maintain compliance records, and improve verification methods, automation toolchains, and bench infrastructure.
Requirements
- 5+ years in electrical, firmware, or software V&V, especially automotive
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering
- Automotive DV/PV process knowledge
- PPAP knowledge
- APQP knowledge
- Experience with automotive OEMs and Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers
- Knowledge of automotive environmental and safety standards
- AEC standards knowledge
- Ability to adapt V&V processes for OEMs
- CANbus, Python, Shell, Unix OS, and SPICE experience
Responsibilities
- Derive requirements and maintain traceability to test evidence
- Plan and execute DVP&R functional and performance testing
- Perform EMI, EMC, vibration, shock, thermal, and environmental testing
- Build and maintain HIL benches and custom fixtures
- Automate regression testing
- Troubleshoot firmware issues and drive corrective actions
- Integrate V&V and design-for-test into programs
- Document and present test results and recommendations
- Manage compliance testing and certification
- Coordinate testing with external accredited laboratories
- Maintain certification reports, logs, and documentation
- Develop V&V methodology, automation toolchains, and bench infrastructure
- Assess OEM DV/PV processes and advise leadership
Benefits
- Equity awards
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Unlimited vacation
- Flexible hours
- Work-from-home support
- Daily drinks, snacks, and catered meals when in office
- Team-building activities and social events
