What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tech Lead - Verification and Validation (V&V) - Autonomous Trucking position at Gatik AI?
About the role
We're looking for a Tech Lead to own the end-to-end V&V strategy for our autonomous trucking systems. You'll lead a cross-functional team in validating both hardware and software, ensuring our vehicles meet top safety, reliability, and performance standards. You'll guide V&V activities across all testing environments — from simulation and HIL/SIL to real-world and field testing.
This role is onsite 5 days a week at our Mountain View, CA or Fort Worth, TX office!
What you'll do
Define and implement V&V strategies across the product lifecycle
Lead daily execution of safety goals and testing activities
Manage a team of engineers, providing technical leadership and mentorship
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed V&V into development
Oversee simulation, HIL/SIL, integration, and on-road testing
Develop test cases, environments, tools, and reports for internal and external stakeholders
Analyze test data to drive decisions, resolve issues, and improve processes
Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards
Innovate testing methods, including scenario-based and AI-driven validation
What we're looking for
Master's in EE, CS, MechE, Robotics, or related field (PhD a plus)
5+ years in V&V for autonomous systems or safety-critical products
3+ years leading technical or V&V teams
Experience with simulation, HIL/SIL, and field validation
Familiarity with AV hardware/software, sensors, and tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Jenkins, Git)
Strong knowledge of safety standards (ISO 26262, UL4600, etc.)
Proven ability to lead, analyze, and communicate in complex technical environments
Bonus Points
Experience with autonomous trucking
AI/ML-based validation experience
Understanding of global regulatory frameworks and their impact on autonomous vehicle operations.
Salary : $66,000 - $112,000
