System Engineer
at Vay
Berlin, Berlin, Germany -
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Immediate | 06 Feb, 2025 | Not Specified | 06 Nov, 2024 | N/A | Good communication skills | No | No |
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Description:
Vay has developed an alternative approach to autonomous driving called Teledriving (remote driving) - to solve transportation in metropolitan areas.
Since becoming the first company that has driven a car on European public roads with no one inside Vay have become the leading Teledriving company in the world setting the global standard for remotely driven vehicles. Vay are now operating a safe, affordable, and sustainable door-to-door mobility service in the Las Vegas, US and will soon begin scaling to other locations in the USA, Europe & beyond. Our Vay Drive service is a driverless delivered, by the minute car rental service, creating an exciting, safe & affordable experience for all.
This is very ambitious. And we can’t do it alone. So we’d love to meet you!
The role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Systems Engineer II or Senior to join our team. In this role, you will take on the critical responsibility of defining system requirements, safety goals, and ensuring vehicle characterisation to support the development and implementation of advanced automotive systems. This position will play a vital role in designing and testing systems related to Safety ECUs, Motion Controllers, Safety, Connectivity, Cloud & App Interfaces and Performance Monitoring. You will also oversee system documentation, reporting, and regulatory compliance in line with industry standards.
The responsibilities:
Requirements Definition and System Architecture:
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- Develop and manage detailed system requirements and architecture for automotive systems, including safety-critical components and performance criteria.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements for Safety ECUs, Motion Controllers and system-level safety goals.
- Define interfaces for connectivity and cloud-based applications, ensuring integration with vehicle and remote monitoring systems.
Safety Goals and Compliance:
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- Establish safety goals and standards for system components, working to ensure compliance with industry safety regulations and certifications (e.g., ISO 26262, ASPICE).
- Collaborate with the safety and compliance teams to integrate regulatory and safety requirements into system designs.
Vehicle Characterisation and Test Definition:
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- Develop and execute vehicle characterization plans, outlining test parameters and procedures to validate system performance and safety.
- Define and oversee both in-lab and on-vehicle testing procedures, ensuring alignment with system requirements and safety objectives.
- Develop testing criteria for motion control systems and safety reactions to evaluate system robustness under various operating conditions.
Connectivity, Cloud and Application Interfaces:
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- Define interfaces and requirements for cloud connectivity, remote monitoring, and app-based system interactions, ensuring robust communication and data flow.
- Work closely with Cloud and software development teams to ensure secure and reliable interfaces between vehicle systems and external applications.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting:
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- Implement performance monitoring frameworks, leveraging data analytics and monitoring tools to track system performance and ensure alignment with safety and operational benchmarks.
- Document and report on performance metrics, safety compliance, and system testing outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.
Documentation and Reporting:
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- Develop comprehensive documentation for all system requirements, safety goals, test definitions, and performance monitoring activities.
- Report regularly to management on project progress, safety compliance, test results, and risk assessments, providing insight into system performance and safety.
The profile:
Technical Skills:
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- Strong knowledge of automotive safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262, ASPICE) and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in requirements management and system architecture tools (e.g., Jama, FlowEngineering, Doors).
- Knowledge of cloud connectivity, data interfaces, and application integration.
- Experience with programming languages
- Familiarity with system monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana) and logging frameworks
- Understanding of safety protocols, fail-safe mechanisms, and integration testing for real-time systems.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software or Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Soft Skills:
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- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong organisational and project management abilities.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to document and report on complex systems and safety protocols.
- Collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to cross-functional teamwork.
- Ability to transition from methodical design to hands-on at vehicle
Our values:
- We pioneer change: At Vay, we’re doing work that has never been done before. This comes with challenges, frustrations and failures along the way. We embrace these challenges through perseverance and innovation, delivering creative solutions to overcome them.
- We fuel collaboration: At Vay, we work as a team and strive for a common goal. We celebrate diversity and encourage different opinions. Our teams and partners communicate and collaborate openly. Together we build, improve, and grow.
- We drive action: At Vay, everyone takes pride and commitment in their role for every task and every challenge. We are biassed towards action and get behind the steering wheel, even when there is none. We are empowered to take initiative and drive it to completion.
- We build trust: At Vay, we consistently do the right thing, and follow through on our commitments to stakeholders, users and society. We understand their expectations and always respond in a way that feels human and respectful. We always put safety first and safety second.
- We create magic: At Vay, we don’t just make things that work, we build products people love. We create unexpected and delightful moments for our riders. We design end-to-end experiences that leave a lasting expression.
Additional benefits:
- You’ll be joining a highly committed, experienced, fun, and international team from over 30 countries. The team has previously worked at companies such as Tesla, Google, Waymo, Zoox, Byton, Argo, Amazon, Uber as well as Audi, BMW, and Daimler and has founded various companies before
- You would be a part of solving transportation in metropolitan areas all over the world – from Europe
- We organise thoughtful & fun team events throughout the year
- We provide healthy snacks, drinks, and coffee at our waterfront office in Berlin
- Company ESOP (stock options)
- Free German classes
- Unlimited paid vacation days
Vay is committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career.
Come join the future
Responsibilities:
Please refer the Job description for details
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Information Technology/IT
IT Software - Other
Software Engineering
Graduate
Proficient
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Berlin, Germany