Wayve · 1 day ago
Field Engineer, US
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelWayve is a leading developer of Embodied AI technology focused on enhancing automated driving systems. The Field Engineer is responsible for diagnosing and resolving vehicle software and hardware issues, ensuring fleet operational efficiency while adhering to safety protocols.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Perform on-site fault triage and resolution, diagnosing and repairing vehicle software and hardware issues quickly to maintain fleet uptime
Follow structured fault diagnosis and repair protocols, ensuring all work is carried out efficiently and in alignment with operational workflows
Collaborate with fellow field engineers and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues effectively
Respond rapidly to issues, meeting the 5-minute issue response to keep vehicles operational and our teams feeling adequately supported
Maintain clear communication with the Field Engineering Lead, providing updates on ongoing repairs and ensuring smooth handovers across geographical locations
Participate in on-call rotations, assisting with technical support and issue resolution across multiple regions as part of a 24/7 global support network
Adhere to strict safety and compliance protocols, ensuring all fault triage, diagnosis, and repairs follow the correct procedures and approvals
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, identifying operational challenges and providing feedback to optimize field engineering support and efficiency
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of vehicle diagnostics, software and hardware fault triage, and repair processes
Experience in fleet operations, automotive systems, or ADAS technology is a plus
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly, meeting strict SLAs (5-minute response time) to keep vehicles operational
Capable of working closely with global teams, providing clear technical updates, and ensuring smooth handovers across locations
Deep understanding of safety protocols, incident management, and adherence to operational procedures to ensure secure and effective repairs
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment, including participation in on-call rotations and weekend coverage as needed
Familiarity with diagnostic tools, software monitoring platforms (e.g., Datadog, Mender), and ticketing systems like JIRA
Preferred
Knowledge of ADAS technology and on-road testing requirements is highly advantageous
Company
Wayve
Wayve develops AI software for automated driving that learns from data to navigate environments.
Founded in 2017
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.26BKey Investors
Innovate UKUberSoftBank
2025-07-28Grant
2024-08-29Series C
2024-05-06Series C· $1B
Leadership Team
Alex Kendall
Co-Founder & CEO
Max Warburton
Chief Financial Officer
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