Principal Staff Artificial Intelligence Engineer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of simulation-based validation strategies for autonomous systems, ensuring safety and performance metrics are met.
• Guide and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in simulation methodologies.
• Define and implement robust validation methods and sophisticated evaluation strategies within simulation frameworks, including creating challenging test scenarios and analyzing results at scale.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams involved in autonomous system development to ensure seamless integration of simulation testing into the overall development process.
• Influence technical roadmaps and strategic priorities, aligning simulation efforts with company objectives and product milestones.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10 years of extensive experience in simulation and testing, preferably within the autonomous vehicle domain.
• Proven track record in developing or testing large-scale Machine Learning (ML) systems, with a strong understanding of simulation platforms and methodologies.
• Hands-on expertise in implementing robust validation methods and evaluation strategies, including defining relevant metrics and correlating simulation performance with real-world behavior.
• Strong software engineering skills, particularly in programming languages relevant to simulation and testing.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring abilities, with a passion for driving innovation in autonomous technology.

Nice to Have

• Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 15 years of extensive experience in simulation and testing, preferably within the autonomous vehicle domain.

Qualifications

• Educational background with a Master's degree in a relevant technical field; Ph.D. preferred for competitive edge.

Benefits & Perks

• GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts, and more.
• Participation in a company vehicle evaluation program, subject to review and eligibility.
• Potential relocation benefits.