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Autonomous Vehicle Validation Enginee

Cognizant

San Jose, CAJob$104–118K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$104–118K/yr
Location
San Jose, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

System Test Engineering Automotive System Engineering with working knowledge of scripting languages like Python and SQL, focusing on system testing, defect triaging, and simulation validation for autonomous vehicles, while improving workflows through automation and ensuring data accuracy.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PythonSQLSystem TestingDefect TriagingAutomationUS Driving

Qualifications

2 Years Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Parental Leave

Full job description

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future

Job Summary

System Test Engineering Automotive System Engineering with working knowledge of Scripting language like python and SQL

Responsibilities

Working Knowledge of Python and SQL At least 2 years

Prior Experience working on Waymo/Similar auto domain.

System Testing and Defect Triaging ensuring that our processes are aligned with the best practices in the industry.

US driving experience to enhance the effectiveness of the tests.

Software simulation tests that adhere to Autonomous Vehicle and established best practices parameters and criteria based on our business expertise

Conducting triage on failing simulations reviewing and reporting relevant failures and documenting them in a complete accurate and programmatic report.

Creating detailed test descriptions and diagrams for tests of requirements that adhere to best practices and parameters

Utilize In-house tools to review simulation results effectively. Properly triaging failures and documenting exceptions for failing tests to convey why particular failing tests are acceptable.

Queries for existing dashboards to reflect the latest release ensuring that our data is up-to-date and accurate.

Continuously working on improving workflows through automation to enhance efficiency and productivity

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $104K - $118 K depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

  • 401(k) plan and contributions

  • Long-term/Short-term Disability

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Application accepted till 10/25/2026

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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