General Motors · 12 hours ago
Senior ML Validation Research Engineer
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$171K/yr - $261K/yr
5+ years expGeneral Motors is seeking a Senior ML Validation Research Engineer to lead applied machine learning research aimed at improving the verification and validation of ML components in robotics and autonomous driving systems. The role involves simulation-based evaluation, uncertainty modeling, and transforming advanced ML research into practical prototypes to enhance ML system validation.
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Responsibilities
Prototype research concepts into performant tools integrated into CI/CD and large-scale validation pipelines
Advance ML research for open and and closed loop simulation validation
Develop scenario generation, coverage-guided testing, and rare-event discovery tooling
Create robust metrics, predictors, uncertainty and Out-of-Distribution detection methods for autonomy ML systems
Evaluate deep learning modules across perception, prediction, and planning in realistic sensor and traffic simulation
Improve behavioral coverage and hazard-aligned metrics used in release readiness decision making
Collaborate with Simulation, Safety, Systems Engineering, and cross-functional partners
Author technical documentation, white papers, and contribute to validation methodology standards
Qualification
Required
MS + 5 years, or PhD + 3 years in ML, Robotics, Computer Science, or work related experience
Experience with simulation-driven ML evaluation for robotics/autonomy
Strong proficiency in Python, PyTorch/JAX/TensorFlow
Demonstrated ability to translate complex ML research ideas into functional prototypes
Experience integrating ML evaluation into CI/CD pipelines
Proven research impact through published work, internal tools, or patents
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Preferred
Experience with autonomy stacks (perception/prediction/planning)
Familiarity with CARLA, SVL, DriveSim, Applied Intuition, or equivalent simulation platforms
Knowledge of Bayesian ML, causal inference, and sequential testing
Experience with digital twin systems and sensor simulation
Understanding of automotive safety standards (ISO 26262, UL 4600, SOTIF)
Experience building validation dashboards and scorecards connected to release criteria
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement savings plan
Sickness and accident benefits
Life insurance
Paid vacation & holidays
Tuition assistance programs
Employee assistance program
GM vehicle discounts
Relocation benefits
Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
10001+ employees
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Chair and Chief Executive Officer
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