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Aeva · 1 month ago

Lidar Verification and Validation Manager

positionMountain View, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$152K/yr - $206K/yr
date5+ years exp

Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip. The Lidar Verification and Validation Manager will lead the testing and quality assurance efforts for Lidar sensor products, ensuring their reliability, performance, and compliance through effective management and technical expertise.

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Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of V&V engineers in the design and development of complex V&V hardware and software test solutions, systems, and fixtures required for comprehensive Lidar sensor testing
Define, develop, and implement the overall Verification and Validation strategy for Lidar sensor hardware and embedded software
Design and maintain robust test software architecture and frameworks, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and efficiency
Drive the creation, execution, and review of comprehensive test plans, protocols, and test cases (functional, performance, reliability, safety, etc.)
Leverage strong Python skills for scripting, test automation, data acquisition, and post-processing
Lead efforts in handling and analyzing large datasets generated from V&V activities to identify anomalies, characterize sensor performance, and pinpoint root causes of failures
Establish and maintain clear metrics for tracking V&V progress and product quality
Oversee the accurate and timely report generation of V&V results, including detailed test summaries, failure analysis, and compliance documentation for both internal and external stakeholders

Qualification

Lidar sensor technologyPython programmingTest software architectureData analysis toolsVerificationValidationManagement experienceProblem-solving abilitiesOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Verification and Validation, Quality Assurance, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years of previous management experience leading technical teams
Proven experience working with complex electromechanical or optical systems (experience with Lidar or similar sensor technology is a strong plus)
Strong proficiency in Python for test automation, data analysis, and tool development
Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and managing robust test software architecture
In-depth knowledge of statistical methods for analyzing large datasets and characterizing system performance
Familiarity with various data analysis tools (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, MATLAB) and version control systems (e.g., Git)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce high-quality report generation
Strong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to failure analysis
Excellent organizational and project management skills

Preferred

Deep system-level understanding of Lidar systems, including optics, mechanics, signal processing, and embedded software
Knowledge of Lidar perception algorithms (e.g., object detection, tracking, segmentation) and common performance metrics
Experience with perception systems using other sensor modalities such as camera, radar, or ultrasonic sensors
Familiarity with industry standards for automotive safety (e.g., ISO 26262) or other safety-critical domains

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k matching
Unlimited PTO
Paid lunches
Ping pong tournaments
Fun team off-sites
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Pre-tax commuter and health care/dependent care accounts
Life and disability benefits
Flexible time off
Paid parental leave
11 paid holidays annually

Company

Aeva

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Aeva develops a sensing and perception paradigm for autonomous machines.
dateFounded in 2017
location
Mountain View, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
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https://www.aeva.com

H1B Sponsorship

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2024 (32)
2023 (12)
2022 (29)
2021 (27)
2020 (14)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$568.5M
Key Investors
ApolloLG InnotekSylebra Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $100M
2025-07-29Post Ipo Equity· $50M
2025-05-14Post Ipo Equity· $50M

Leadership Team

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Soroush Salehian
Co-founder and CEO
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Mina Rezk
Co-Founder
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Recent News

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2026-01-06
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Aeva and Nvidia to integrate 4D Lidar as reference sensor within the Nvidia Drive Hyperion platform ecosystem
2026-01-06
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