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Validation Engineer

Applied Intuition· Applied Intuition
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Sunnyvale, CA$140k - $200kfull-timePosted 6mo ago

About the role

Validation Engineer responsible for validating system requirements, developing and executing test cases, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure safety and quality in automotive-focused validation efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and execute test cases derived from system requirements using HIL test benches, Lab Cars, and manual vehicle testing
  • Perform system and integration testing across key automotive subsystems, including infotainment, telematics, cameras, sensors, and in‑vehicle networking
  • Set up, configure, and maintain HIL test environments to validate system functionality and performance
  • Analyze test failures, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with engineering teams to debug and resolve issues efficiently
  • Work closely with OEM partners, supporting integration of OEM functions and communicating test results, risks, and issues clearly
  • Conduct hands‑on validation testing on vehicles and prototypes to ensure all functional and safety requirements are met
  • Develop and maintain Python-based test automation scripts to improve test coverage, repeatability, and efficiency
  • Document test procedures, results, and findings, including issue tracking and failure analysis

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of hands-on experience in validation engineering within the automotive, embedded systems, or electronics industries
  • Proficiency with HIL systems and experience in validating automotive systems, such as infotainment, ADAS, telematics, sensors, and networking
  • Experience coding in Python (preferred) or another coding language for test automation and script development
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to identify, root cause, and resolve system-level failures
  • Ability to document test procedures, results, and progress clearly and accurately, including issue tracking and test failure analysis
  • Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Engineering or any equivalent majors

Skills

Required:Test case developmentHIL testingPython

Benefits

  • base salary, equity, and benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401k with employer match; learning and wellness stipends; paid time off
Last updated May 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Applied Intuition

Building vehicle intelligence | Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company with the tools, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks for creating safe, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

AIAutonomy stacksSelf-Driving SystemSimulationTesting & ValidationVehicle IntelligenceVehicle OSai-infrastructure-and-development
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