FULL TIMEPosted: 2026-10-02Before the detail, here's the challenge you'd help us solve. We build the embodied intelligence that moves real vehicles safely, and the ecosystem a billion machines will run on in the future. ð About our Engineering TeamsOur Product Dependability team helps bring Wayve's embodied AI into production vehicles, turning our AV2.0 approach into automotive-grade L2+/L3 automated driving and ADAS systems. Working closely with software engineering, product, hardware, solutions and architecture teams, we define how our autonomy technology integrates into future OEM vehicle infrastructures. Our stack spans sensor data processing, neural network execution, diagnostics and robotic functions for vehicle control. As an Automotive Systems Engineer, you'll help shape our system design, collaborate directly with customers on integration and development projects, and coach colleagues in automotive-grade, requirements-based development.Collaborate with product managers, software developers and hardware teams, maintaining requirements traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Work with software teams to define data collection needs, driving scenarios, KPIs and system behavior specifications. Engage with OEM customers, represent Wayve's approach in collaboration planning, and help teams adopt an automotive-grade development mindset.ð§ What you'll be working on: Automotive-grade system design: Shape the strategy and concepts for integrating Wayve's autonomy solution into OEM vehicle platforms, spanning sensors, software and vehicle control. Data-driven development: Help select and create test scenarios from our data corpus, refining them with cross-functional teams to reflect customer and business needs. Support the implementation and integration of solutions into vehicles, ensuring compatibility and reliable functionality. Validation and performance: Analyze real-world performance to understand strengths, gaps and opportunities for improvement. Use testing results and user feedback to improve engineering processes and contribute to the ongoing evolution of Wayve's L2+/L3 and ADAS technologies.ð You should apply if: You have 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, automotive development or a related field. You're proficient with requirements management tools such as Jama or DOORS, and systems engineering tools such as MATLAB/Simulink or Enterprise Architect. You understand automotive systems, including cameras, radar, software integration and vehicle dynamics. You bring a forward-thinking approach to introducing disruptive technologies within established automotive development processes. You have a bachelor's or master's degree in Systems Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Science or a related field. Familiarity with automotive safety standards, including ISO 26262 and SOTIF.Knowledge of AI and machine learning frameworks, alongside data- and test-driven development experience, including KPI generation and tracking. Experience developing automotive software using C/C++ and/or Python. Experience with system-level validation of AI components, including edge-case scenario testing and robustness assessment.More about Wayve:ð Wayve is building the leading AI platform for autonomous driving. The result is technology that navigates complex urban environments with intelligence, precision and natural flow, unlocking meaningful advances in both safety and efficiency. We believe autonomy represents a once-in-a-generation transformation in how people and goods move, comparable to the shift from horses to cars, and from human-driven vehicles to intelligent machines. Wayve's mapless and hardware-agnostic AI platform integrates with global OEM partners, enabling continuous software evolution and unlocking advanced levels of automation from L2+ through to L4 as our core AI model scales. In a race increasingly defined by intelligence and real-world learning, Wayve is taking a distinct approach, building a generalisable driving intelligence that can power any vehicle, anywhere. By combining embodied AI with scalable deployment, we are creating technology that can be shaped to each OEM brand and driver experience, accelerating the transition to a safer, more intelligent future of mobility. How we work ð» — Locations & Flexible Working: This is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale, CA, with a hybrid working model. Our main hubs are in London, Sunnyvale, Yokohama, Herzliya, Vancouver and Leonberg. We operate a hybrid working model that combines in-person collaboration in our dedicated office spaces with focused time working remotely. This gives our teams the connection and energy of working together, alongside the flexibility to do their best work in a way that fits their lives.Actual compensation is based on your skills, qualifications and experience.ð Salaries benchmarked against the market annuallyð Meaningful equity, sharing in the ownership and long-term success of Wayve Relocation support and visa sponsorship where applicable Hybrid working, core hours and the chance to work hands-on in vehicle workshops and labsð Learning and development budgets with support for training, conferences and growthðo Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, retirement or pension where applicable, access to therapists, wellbeing partnerships, team socials and more. Much of how we work is still being written, and if you join, you'll help write it. At Wayve we're committed to creating a diverse, fair and respectful culture that is inclusive of everyone based on their unique skills and perspectives, and regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law. To learn more about what drives us, visit Values at WayveDISCLAIMER: We will not ask about marriage or pregnancy, care responsibilities or disabilities in any of our job adverts or interviews. However, we do look to capture information about care responsibilities, and disabilities among other diversity information as part of an optional DEI Monitoring form to help us identify areas of improvement in our hiring process and ensure that the process is inclusive and non-discriminatory.
Automotive Systems Engineer (m/w/d) in London employer: wayve
Wayve is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented AI engineers in a hybrid environment, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in autonomous driving while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of London. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the field of AI and data science.
