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As a Principal Engineer in Evaluation & Simulation at AV Labs, you will lead the architectural vision and technical strategy for large-scale virtual testing platforms, designing high-fidelity simulation frameworks that integrate sensor data and behavioral models to rigorously evaluate autonomous vehicle capabilities. Your responsibilities include defining deterministic performance metrics, generating complex edge-case scenarios, and ensuring seamless integration between simulation infrastructure and machine learning systems. You will mentor senior engineers and influence the technical direction of multiple teams, fostering a culture of excellence in software architecture and testing. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in software engineering or autonomous systems, with expertise in C++ and Python within Linux environments, high-performance computing, and cloud architecture. Bonus points for experience in AV simulation platforms, sensor modeling, and recognized industry expertise.
Python
SQL
Ethernet
1553
1394
ARINC 429
CAN
IRIG 106 CH10
TmNS
SysML
Cameo
VMware
CI/CD
Telemetry
Data Acquisition Systems
Database Development
Interface Control Documents
Model Based Systems Engineering
Military Experience
Secret Clearance