Senior Validation Engineer

Apply for the Senior Validation Engineer role at MOTOR Ai .

MOTOR Ai is a Berlin-based deep‑tech startup transforming the way autonomous driving works. We're building one of the first certifiable Level 4 autonomy systems in Europe, grounded in cognitive neuroscience and capable of navigating real‑world, complex traffic scenarios. Our technology not only recognizes but also reasons, delivering safer, faster, and more adaptable autonomy, especially where traditional AI struggles.

We are seeking an experienced Verification & Validation (V&V) Lead to spearhead the testing efforts for our Level 4 Automated Driving System (ADS). In this critical role, you will define and execute the complete V&V strategy—from high‑level planning and stakeholder alignment to hands‑on test execution and infrastructure management. You will be in charge of ensuring our systems are robust, reliable, and safe by managing all verification activities, driving test automation, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall V&V strategy, including the selection of tools and processes to build an adaptable and efficient test environment.
• Develop and own system verification and integration plans, collaborating directly with development teams and project stakeholders to align on goals.
• Define clear acceptance criteria for system requirements in partnership with product managers and engineers.
• Manage team capacity and competence planning to ensure resources are aligned with project needs.
• Create and execute detailed test cases for the validation of systems, hardware, and software.
• Drive test automation by designing automation schemes and integrating them into our CI/CD pipelines.
• Support and maintain test infrastructure, equipment, and tools, while constantly innovating on existing solutions.
• Analyze test results, identify risks, prepare verification reports, and communicate key metrics to stakeholders and management.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Software, Computer, Electrical, or Electronics) or a relevant technical field.
• Minimum of seven years of hands‑on testing experience within the automotive ADAS domain.
• Hands‑on experience verifying and validating safety‑critical systems according to the ISO 26262 standard.
• Proven experience leading initiatives and fostering collaboration across different functional teams.
• Strong, hands‑on programming and scripting ability in C++ and Python.
• Practical experience developing test automation and performing both Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SIL) and Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) tests.
• Solid understanding of automotive communication protocols, including CAN and Ethernet.
• Strong knowledge of Real‑Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and their core concepts.
• Practical exposure to ASPICE and agile development methodologies.
• Preferred hands‑on experience with simulation platforms like CARLA and middleware such as ROS 2.
• Experience or knowledge of Adaptive AUTOSAR and the QNX operating system.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible working hours with room for life’s realities (parenting, care responsibilities, volunteering, etc.).
• Dog‑friendly office.
• Work from our office in Berlin’s vibrant Wedding district.
• Cutting‑edge tech & real‑world impact—shape the future of autonomous driving with purpose‑driven work.
• Collaborative, diverse, and supportive culture—where your ideas matter and your voice is heard.
• Room to grow—professionally and personally, in a team committed to bold innovation and lifelong learning.

If you’re excited to build real‑world solutions in the pioneering field of autonomous driving—and want to work in a team that values ownership, diversity, and purpose—we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of safe, explainable mobility.