Aeva · 16 hours ago
Lidar Software Test Lead
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$181K/yr - $245K/yr
7+ years expAeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology. As the Lidar Software Test Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring that the sensing technology meets rigorous safety and performance standards and act as a technical mentor and liaison between development and testing organizations.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesComputer VisionNavigationSensor
Responsibilities
Represent the test organization in SW feature reviews. Translate complex feature requirements from software developers into actionable test strategies
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a team of test engineers. Review test plans, provide guidance on complex test case design, and perform code reviews for automated test scripts
Act as the primary technical liaison between the Development and Test organizations, ensuring alignment on bug prioritization, feature readiness, and "design for testability" (DFT) requirements
Identify gaps in current test frameworks and lead the development of internal tools, HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) setups, and simulation environments to improve test coverage and efficiency
Ensure all test strategies align with AUTOSAR layered architecture and ASPICE process models
Oversee the testing of cybersecurity features (e.g., Secure Boot, Authenticated CAN/Ethernet messages) to protect against sensor spoofing or data injection. Integrate ISO 26262 functional safety requirements into the test suite to verify fail-safe and fail-operational behaviors
Define the "How" and "Why" of our testing approach, moving beyond simple validation to deep exploratory testing of LiDAR point clouds, perception algorithms, and sensor calibration
Qualification
Required
BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
7+ years in software testing or development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role
Hands-on experience with LiDAR, Radar, or Computer Vision systems. Understanding of point cloud processing and spatial data is highly preferred
Expert level proficiency in Python for test scripting, automation, and data analysis
Proven experience contributing to or implementing test software architecture and frameworks
Experience with data analysis techniques and tools for handling large datasets (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, MATLAB)
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability in report generation
Highly analytical, methodical approach to problem-solving, and meticulous attention to detail
Preferred
Strong knowledge of automotive testing standards and frameworks, such as ISO 26262, ASPICE, AUTOSAR, etc
Deep understanding of automotive software systems, including embedded systems, ADAS, infotainment, or electric vehicle control software
Experience with Jama requirements management software (or equivalent)
Exposure to HIL/SIL/MIL test environments
Familiarity with CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS, and diagnostic protocols
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Pre-tax commuter and health care/dependent care accounts
401k plan
Life and disability benefits
Flexible time off
Paid parental leave
11 paid holidays annually
Company
Aeva
Aeva develops a sensing and perception paradigm for autonomous machines.
201-500 employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$568.5MKey Investors
ApolloLG InnotekSylebra Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $100M
2025-07-29Post Ipo Equity· $50M
2025-05-14Post Ipo Equity· $50M
Leadership Team
Soroush Salehian
Co-founder and CEO
Mina Rezk
Co-Founder
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