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Sensor Systems Engineer

CINDER
Foster, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026 CLOSED ON 4/21/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sensor Systems Engineer position at CINDER?

Title: Sensor Systems Engineer

Pay Rate: $75/hr DOE

Location: Foster City, CA / at least 3 days in office

Type: Full Time


About Our Client

Our client is a pioneering automotive services organization committed to redefining how people move. With a focus on innovation, quality, and user experience, they collaborate across industries to develop transformative solutions that respond to evolving urban needs.


About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer to join the Sensors Team. In this role, you will enhance requirement traceability for the current sensor architecture while defining top-down requirements for next-generation systems. You will partner with autonomy system architects and cross-functional teams to ensure safe and reliable autonomous vehicle performance across diverse real-world scenarios.


What you will be doing:

  • Identify and analyze complex use cases and challenging driving scenarios.
  • Develop and document system requirements for sensor suites including cameras, radar, and lidar.
  • Conduct trade studies to evaluate sensor configurations and system architectures.
  • Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure alignment with system requirements.
  • Maintain detailed technical documentation.
  • Present technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


About You

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Physics, or a related field.
  • 6 years of experience in systems engineering or related roles within autonomous vehicles, aerospace, or robotics.
  • Experience analyzing and defining complex systems and scenarios.
  • Strong understanding of sensor technologies such as cameras, radar, and lidar.
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills.
  • Experience with Python or similar languages (e.g., MATLAB) for analysis.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with perception and planning algorithms.
  • Experience with 3D modeling tools (e.g., Blender).
  • Experience with SQL.
  • Experience using Git.


Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas.


About Cinder

Cinder is a people-first staffing and recruiting company committed to creating workplaces where employees feel valued, supported, and engaged. Our mission is to leverage our power as a recruiting and consulting company to build workplaces where people thrive. Backed by our ISO 9001 certification, we deliver high-quality staffing solutions, and our clients have rated us over 100% for multiple quarters. Join us and be part of a team that makes a real impact!

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