Role Snapshot

Opportunity

Non-Negotiables

• You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident as required for this role
• You need at least five years of experience as a Systems Safety Software Engineer or in a related role
• You have hands-on experience developing safety-critical software, preferably using modeling tools like Simulink or SCADE and converting to C/C++
• You can demonstrate experience creating Level of Rigor artifacts required for safety standards compliance
• You have specific examples of coordinating with systems, test, and development teams to define and generate safety features
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field is required
• You are willing to work on-site in Washington, DC, with the option for local hybrid work

What's In It For You

• You will receive a competitive annual salary ranging from $150,000 to $220,000, based on experience
• The compensation package includes Restricted Stock Units, giving you a direct stake in the company's success
• Relocation assistance is provided, making it easier to move to the Washington, DC area
• You will work on bleeding-edge technology in the autonomous vehicle industry, at the forefront of innovation
• This role offers leadership responsibility and visibility, accelerating your career in safety-critical systems
• You will join a collaborative environment where your expertise directly shapes the safety and performance of next-generation vehicles
• The position provides stability with full-time direct-hire employment and a 90-day guarantee period

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of safety-critical software applications for autonomous systems
• Define and implement software safety requirements and architecture using model-based design tools like Simulink or SCADE
• Generate and maintain Level of Rigor documentation to comply with industry safety standards such as ISO 26262 and MIL-STD-882E
• Coordinate with systems engineering, testing, and development teams to integrate safety features into the overall product
• Conduct safety analyses, risk assessments, and failure mode analyses to identify and mitigate hazards
• Mentor and guide junior engineers on best practices for safety-critical software development
• Drive continuous improvement in safety processes and methodologies across the engineering organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 26262 functional safety standard for road vehicles
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-882E system safety standard criteria
• Knowledge of ASIL-D decomposition and compliance for the highest automotive safety integrity level
• A Master's degree or higher in Engineering or a related field is a plus
• Previous lead or supervisory experience in a safety-critical software team
• Experience in the aerospace or automotive industry, particularly with autonomous systems
• Certification in functional safety (e.g., CFSP, TÜV) is advantageous