Senior Systems Engineer, AM&D Services & Products

Uber - Washington, DC

Hiring: Senior Systems Engineer, AM&D Services & Products Company: Uber Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 02:13:00 Employment Type: Full-time / Remote Target Skills & Keywords : Compliance, Kind About the job Experience: •7+ years of experience in systems engineering, with a significant focus on complex hardware/software integrations. Required Skills: •As a Senior Systems Engineer in our Autonomous Mobility & Delivery (AM&D) group, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of autonomous transportation at Uber. •What You Will Need / Bonus Points •Define partner-agnostic solutions: Develop and standardize technical safety solutions and frameworks that expedite the go-to-market process for diverse autonomous vehicle tech providers and AV fleet operators on the Uber platform. •Define safety requirements for Uber-built autonomous offerings: Lead the elicitation and documentation of high-level and detailed system safety requirements for Uber's proprietary autonomous technology and platform services. •Develop V&V strategies: Design comprehensive Verification and Validation (V&V) strategies for both internal Uber solutions and the complex technical interactions between Uber's platform and external AV Partner systems to ensure solutions meet Uber's safety bar. •Safety Risk Assessment: Lead technical safety risk assessments to ensure that all AV partner integrations meet Uber's rigorous safety and performance standards. •Influence Strategic Decisions: Act as a technical subject matter expert to influence long-term product roadmaps and strategic partnerships, ensuring technical feasibility and safety are at the forefront of business decisions. •Evaluate and integrate AI/ML-driven approaches to enhance safety validation and risk identification, while ensuring appropriate oversight, traceability, and compliance with safety standards. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. •7+ years of experience in systems engineering, with a significant focus on complex hardware/software integrations. •Proven track record in the Autonomous Vehicle industry, specifically within safety-critical systems. •Practical experience utilizing V&V methodologies (e.g., ISO 26262, SOTIF/ISO 21448). •Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a relevant engineering discipline. •Experience defining cross-functional system architectures for large-scale distributed systems. •Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership. •Experience leveraging AI/ML tools in engineering workflows or safety analysis •For New York City, NY-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $171,000 per year - USD $190,000 per year. •For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $171,000 per year - USD $190,000 per year. Compensation: •$171,000 per year •$190,000 per year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!