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Seeking a proactive Test & Validation Engineer to join the Automotive Mobility AM Team. In this role, you'll be an integral part of a dedicated team focused on developing cutting-edge transport solutions for the Middle-East, with a primary emphasis on Saudi Arabia. Collaborating closely with architects, you'll conduct hands-on testing across various subsystems, including vehicle platforms, software, and sensors. Your responsibilities will include ensuring alignment with budget, timeline, and resource constraints while testing developments in real-world scenarios. Role:
  • Understand the near-term development roadmap from the AM Team and provide inputs on strategies for testing/validating the systems at different level (component, sub-system, system of system, full product, etc.) under different types of testing (functional, endurance, etc.)
  • Work with the Test & Validation Lead on the test plans to formulate objective, methodology & passing criteria; evaluate testing locations; and identify any testing equipment needed, with corresponding suppliers
  • Conduct field testing of systems in line with applicable procedures & safety standards, diligently monitor & report on the findings to other team members
  • Quickly triage, prioritize, and propose resolutions to problems during testing
  • In conjunction with the relevant architect, root cause areas that most commonly break out builds and work with engineering teams to ensure protection/improvements moving forward
  • Maintain and regularly update the documentation relating to testing
  • Together with the AM Team, review requirements for international testing standards & certification for autonomous driving, and devise plans for it in the long-term
Profile
  • BS or MS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace, etc.)
  • At least 3-4 years of experience (if BS degree holder) in testing systems of vehicles or in fields similar in complexity to robotics and/or autonomous driving; for post-graduate candidates experience requirement is a minimum of 2-3 years
  • A good understanding of the design and development of complex systems with mechanical, electrical, and software components
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to drive alignment across team members and explain clearly the findings/aspects of testing activities
  • A clean driving record with valid driver’s license in KSA for cars & light commercial vehicles
  • Ability to make quick decisions on the ground, and work with different authorities/organizations towards getting approvals for testing/deployment of solutions developed by the AM Team
  • Self-organized & detail-oriented person with positive attitude towards challenges in the role
Additional qualifications (not mandatory but advantageous)
  • Direct experience with development/testing of autonomous vehicles and their frameworks
  • Any application of ISO-26262, ISO-21448, MIL-STD or other similar safety specifications
  • Familiarity with sensor technologies such as radar, lidar, GNSS and cameras
This position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with exciting opportunities for travel to diverse test sites nationwide and internationally, including the UK. Please note: Only candidates with the required expertise should apply.

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Job CategoryEngineer
Job IndustryGround Transportation
LocationLondon - United Kingdom
Type of contractPermanent contract

Seeking a proactive Test & Validation Engineer to join the Automotive Mobility AM Team.

We are actively seeking a highly skilled Simulation & Software Engineer to be a driving force behind a groundbreaking project. If you are adept at crafting realistic and scalable simulation environments, have a keen eye for innovation, and are ready to contribute to the evolution of autonomous mobility, we want to hear from you.   Role As a key member of our autonomous mobility team, you will:
  • Contribute to the Development: Shape the future of autonomous driving simulation by actively contributing to the enhancement of our simulation toolchain.
  • Collaborate Effectively: Work closely with cross-functional teams to comprehend simulation requirements, translating them into robust tools and processes that meet the needs of our autonomous vehicle development.
  • Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep abreast of the latest technologies and trends in autonomous driving, simulation, and software-defined vehicles. Bring your insights to the table to ensure we remain at the cutting edge of industry advancements.
  • Champion Software Engineering Practices: Establish and champion best-in-class software engineering practices. Aim to produce high-quality, easily reconfigurable, and maintainable software.
  • Proactive Problem Solving: Address impediments proactively, proposing effective solutions while considering the cost-benefit ratio to the wider team and our delivery commitments.
Profile We're looking for a candidate with:
  • Educational Background: BSc/MSc/PhD in a STEM subject with a focus on software engineering.
  • Experience: Proven experience working on simulation software for autonomous vehicles, with a strong background in test automation, continuous testing, and data-driven testing methodologies.
  • Programming Skills: Solid software development skills with the ability to write idiomatic, modular, and battle-tested software in Python & C++.
  • Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with Linux and Git, and familiarity with Docker and AWS.
  • Positive Attitude: Importantly, you are humble, respectful, and approach challenges with a positive and professional attitude.
Bonus Points (but not essential):
  • Hardware-in-the-Loop Experience: Experience in hardware-in-the-loop simulations.
  • Unity/Unreal Engine: Experience working with Unity and/or Unreal Engine.
Elevate your career with us and be part of the driving force behind tomorrow's transportation solutions. Apply NOW!    

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Job CategoryEngineer
Job IndustryGround Transportation
LocationLondon - United Kingdom
Type of contractPermanent contract

We are actively seeking a highly skilled Simulation & Software Engineer to be a driving force behind a groundbreaking project. If you are adept at crafting realistic and scalable simulation enviro...

As a Mapping & Localization Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and deployment of our mapping and localization system for autonomous vehicles. Collaborating with a dynamic team, you will enhance M&L functionality, prototype, test, and evaluate various localization algorithms, and contribute to the establishment of robust software engineering practices. Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and deploy mapping and localization systems for autonomous vehicles.
  • Collaborate with the autonomous mobility team to understand system requirements and enhance M&L functionality.
  • Prototype, test, and evaluate different localization algorithms, establishing a benchmarking toolchain for localization accuracy.
  • Stay updated on the latest technologies and trends in autonomous driving, mapping, and localization algorithms.
  • Establish and promote good software engineering practices to produce high-quality, reconfigurable, and maintainable software.
  • Proactively address impediments, proposing solutions while considering cost-benefit ratios to meet team and delivery commitments.
Profile:
  • BSc/MSc/PhD in STEM subject with a focus on software engineering.
  • Experience in developing localization systems for autonomous vehicles, including LIDAR and camera-based techniques.
  • Proficiency in SLAM and sensor fusion algorithms.
  • Solid software development skills in Python & C++.
  • Comfortable with Linux and Git.
  • Familiarity with Docker, AWS, ROS2.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Passionate about solving challenging technical problems through strategic and innovative approaches.
  • Humble, respectful, and approach challenges with a positive and professional attitude.
 

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Job CategoryEngineer
Job IndustryGround Transportation
LocationLondon - United Kingdom
Type of contractPermanent contract

As a Mapping & Localization Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and deployment of our mapping and localization system for autonomous vehicles. Collaborating with a d...

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer specializing in DevOps to join our dynamic team. Experience in the automotive is required In this role, you will play a crucial part in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines, ensuring seamless integration of updates to our autonomous software stack. Your responsibilities will encompass the development of automation scripts for routine operational tasks, the creation and maintenance of data pipelines for sensor data from autonomous vehicles, and the deployment and management of cloud infrastructure on platforms such as AWS. Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement, and maintain robust CI pipelines for seamless integration of autonomous software stack updates.
  • Develop automation scripts for routine operational tasks, ensuring efficiency and reliability.
  • Create and maintain data pipelines for collecting, processing, and analyzing sensor data from autonomous vehicles.
  • Architect, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure on platforms such as AWS.
  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of the software platform supporting autonomous mobility solutions.
  • Help establish good software engineering practices, aiming for high-quality, easily reconfigurable, and maintainable software.
  • Proactively address impediments and propose potential solutions, considering the cost-benefit ratio to the wider team and delivery commitments.
Profile:
  • MSc/PhD in STEM subject with a focus on software engineering.
  • Experience with CI tools such as GitHub Actions, Gitlab CI, Jenkins, etc.
  • Expertise in developing ETL pipelines for large datasets using technologies such as Airflow, Luigi, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
  • Proficiency in at least one major cloud platform (e.g., AWS) with a strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) technologies (e.g., Terraform or AWS CloudFormation).
  • Strong background in Automation, Containerization, and Orchestration technologies such as Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes.
  • Solid software development skills, able to write idiomatic, modular, and battle-tested software in C++ & Python.
  • Proficient with Linux and Git.
  • Humble doer with a positive and professional attitude.
Nice to Have:
  • Experience with embedded Linux (e.g., Yocto).
  • Familiarity with ROS (preferably ROS 2).
  • Experience with Go or Rust.
If you are experienced DevOps professional looking to make a significant impact in the field of autonomous mobility solutions, Apply NOW!  

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Job CategoryEngineer
Job IndustryGround Transportation
LoactionLondon - United Kingdom
Type of contractPermanent contract

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer specializing in DevOps to join our dynamic team. Experience in the automotive is required In this role, you will play a crucial p...

As a Software Engineer specializing in Autonomy, you will play a key role in the development and refinement of autonomous driving functionalities and robotics algorithms. This encompasses various tasks, including implementation, debugging, field testing, and deployment across sensor calibration, localization, mapping, perception, prediction, planning, and controls. Collaboration with our autonomous mobility team is essential to understand functional and operational requirements, leading to the development of features, tools, and processes to meet those needs. Responsibilities:
  • Develop and refine autonomous driving functionalities and robotics algorithms.
  • Collaborate with the autonomous mobility team to understand functional and operational requirements, contributing to the development of features, tools, and processes.
  • Stay updated with the latest technologies and trends in robotics, autonomous driving, simulation, and software-defined vehicles.
  • Help establish good software engineering practices, aiming to produce high-quality, easily reconfigurable, and maintainable software.
  • Proactively address impediments and propose solutions, considering the cost-benefit ratio to the wider team and our delivery commitments.
Profile:
  • BSc/MSc/PhD in a STEM subject with a focus on robotics and software engineering.
  • Experience in one or more areas: sensor calibration, localization, mapping, perception, prediction, planning, and controls.
  • Hands-on experience in the deployment and field testing of autonomous driving software functionalities.
  • Solid experience with ROS, preferably ROS 2.
  • Strong software development skills, capable of writing idiomatic, modular, and battle-tested software in C++ & Python.
  • Comfortable with Linux and Git.
  • Familiarity with Docker, Ansible, and AWS.
  • Humble, respectful, and a positive and professional attitude towards challenges.
Nice to have:
  • Experience in training and deploying ML models for autonomous driving applications.
  • Experience working with Autoware.
If you possess the skills to contribute to our innovative team, we invite you to apply and be a part of the exciting journey ahead.  

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Job CategoryEngineer
Job IndustryGround Transportation
LocationLondon - United Kingdom
Type of contractPermanent contract

As a Software Engineer specializing in Autonomy, you will play a key role in the development and refinement of autonomous driving functionalities and robotics algorithms. This encompasses various task...

Are you a dynamic and forward-thinking individual with a passion for technology and business development? We are looking for an experienced and innovative Technology Business Developer to lead our exploration into cutting-edge solutions and drive our presence in the emerging technology landscape. Responsibilities: As a senior Technology Business Developer, you will:
  • Research technology trends in our industry and adjacent sectors to pinpoint impactful emerging technologies.
  • Conceptualize and propose new technology-powered solutions, products, and services that meet unmet market needs.
  • Build compelling business cases and models for new technology solutions, including market analysis, cost analysis, revenue projections, and partnerships.
  • Identify and vet potential technology partners and startups to complement our capabilities and bring new solutions to market.
  • Evangelize new technology solutions at industry events, with analysts, and with prospective clients.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess:
  • 7+ years of business development experience with a technology focus.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies and industry trends.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling abilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to craft innovative solutions for complex business problems.
  • Entrepreneurial drive, ability to think outside the box, and passion for technology.
  • Strong financial modeling and business case skills.
  • Arabic speaker (you will be dealing with clients and stockholders in Middle east)
Please note: Only candidates with the required expertise should apply.

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Job CategoryEngineer
LocationLondon - United Kingdom
Type of contractPermanent contract

Are you a dynamic and forward-thinking individual with a passion for technology and business development? We are looking for an experienced and innovative Technology Business Developer to lead our exp...

Full-time job
London - United Kingdom
Posted 9 months ago
Astek Services UK is looking for an AD Expert. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside an international advanced mobility team to build a software solution for the global autonomous vehicles (AV) market. The key responsibilities of this role will be as follows:
  • Support actively the solution design & requirements definition for autonomous goods and/or people transportation use cases
  • Translate customer requirements into functional & technical requirements for the autonomous driving solution then into a strategy and a roadmap to deliver according to company’s milestones
  • Identify, compare, shortlist and recommend objectively the best autonomous driving technologies / strategies / components / algorithms available to implement autonomous driving capabilities
  • Pilot operationally selected AD technology partners and any additional AD technology adaptation / fine-tuning required to deliver autonomous driving capabilities with respect of the use cases requirements (ODD, functional scope, platform capabilities, reliability,…) and the agreed roadmap
  • Ensure proper integration of autonomous driving technologies through specifications, prototyping, implementation, testing and validation in proactive collaboration with the R&D team members
  • Maintain a comprehensive risks analysis and mitigation plan of selected technologies
  • Prepare the autonomous driving solution scaling phase in terms of continuous improvement, safety, maturity, viability, production / operational impact,…
  • Organize and manage activities and resources towards for a sustainable company’s growth
  • Report proactively to the technical manager and assist efficiently other teams in their activities with a collaborative team mindset, clear communications and commitments
The ideal candidate will have the following profile:
  • PhD or Master’s degree in robotics / computer science or similar
  • 5-8 years of experience in autonomous driving industry
  • Strong experience in:
    • designing, configuring and deploying connected embedded systems
    • Autonomous driving solutions / technologies
    • Partners and suppliers management (from SoW to the delivery)
    • project or product management (including resources/budget management)
  • Strong knowledge in:
    • State-of-the-art / trends in autonomous driving technologies
    • Related algorithms and their implementation (Python / C++)
    • Integration and evaluation within operated autonomous vehicles
    • Automotive standards (ISO 26262) and safety challenges (SOTIF)
  • Experience in safety and cybersecurity would be highly appreciated
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Strong organizational, oral/written communication and team work skills
  • Highly motivated by dynamic startups environments and scaling businesses
Type of contract : Permanent contract Please send you application to recruitment@astek-international.com. The Astek Group Founded in France in 1988, Astek is a global player in engineering and technology consulting. With its expertise in many industrial and tertiary sectors, it supports its international clients in the intelligent deployment of their products and services, and in the implementation of their digital transformation. Since its creation, the Group has based its development on a strong culture of entrepreneurship and innovation, and on the support and skills development of its 7800 employees who are committed every day to promoting combination of digital technologies and complex systems engineering. Join a Group rapidly developing in France and around the world, having reached a turnover of 600 M€ in 2023. ✨ More on the Group on our website https://astekgroup.fr/?lang=en. Astek has extensive experience in all the major operating areas of the world, with a local presence in Belgium, Canada, China, France, Hong Kong, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mauritius, Morocco, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, The Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States and Vietnam.

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Job CategoryEngineer
Job IndustryGround Transportation
LocationLondon - United Kingdom
Type of contractPermanent contract

Astek Services UK is looking for an AD Expert. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside an international advanced mobility team to build a software solution for the global autonomous vehicles (A...

Full-time job
London - United Kingdom
Posted 9 months ago
Astek Services UK is looking for a Computer Vision Manager. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside an international advanced mobility team to build a software solution for the global autonomous vehicles (AV) market. The key responsibilities of this role will be as follows:
  • Lead a team of Computer Vision engineers/data scientists (working mainly in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch etc.) to design, implement, deploy and maintain a set of Computer Vision and Machine Learning PoC/MVPs as well as the execution pipeline for products like identity & document verification, image processing, object detection, and tracking systems etc.
  • Lead on the validation/compliance of the Data acquisition, annotation/segmentation/labeling & AI/ML pipeline + surrounding infrastructure shared by various members of the team
  • Design, Implement, Deploy, and Maintain a set of Computer Vision and Machine Learning applications as well as the execution pipeline with a fully hands-on approach towards problem-solving at each stage of the project development
  • Responsibilities also include architecture design of upcoming projects, technical requirements development, tasks decomposition, prioritization, assigning and execution control, team efficiency optimization, and progress report to the project director mid-quarterly and quarterly basis
The ideal candidate will have the following profile:
  • Experience leading initiatives from idea to proof of concept (POC) to minimal viable product (MVP) to supporting productization efforts
  • Demonstrable industrial research experience including patents and high impact research publications
  • Proven experience as a Data Scientist or similar role with experience of managing team members working on related projects
  • Solid understanding of machine learning, deep learning and computer vision
  • Knowledge of data management and visualization techniques
  • A knack for statistical analysis and predictive modeling
  • Excels in Python, Tensorflow, PyTorch, Tflite, AI models quantization for edge devices and deployment in web and mobile (on/off device) environments
  • Good C/C++ experience for low level programming
  • DL optimization for Edge devices and smartphones
  • Experience with using object segmentation, annotation, labeling tools as part of AI CV projects
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience in software engineering
  • A business mindset
  • Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics or similar field. Master Degree or PhD is preferred in the area of Computer Vision.
Type of contract : Permanent contract Please send you application to recruitment@astek-international.com. The Astek Group Founded in France in 1988, Astek is a global player in engineering and technology consulting. With its expertise in many industrial and tertiary sectors, it supports its international clients in the intelligent deployment of their products and services, and in the implementation of their digital transformation. Since its creation, the Group has based its development on a strong culture of entrepreneurship and innovation, and on the support and skills development of its 7800 employees who are committed every day to promoting combination of digital technologies and complex systems engineering. Join a Group rapidly developing in France and around the world, having reached a turnover of 600 M€ in 2023. ✨ More on the Group on our website https://astekgroup.fr/?lang=en. Astek has extensive experience in all the major operating areas of the world, with a local presence in Belgium, Canada, China, France, Hong Kong, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mauritius, Morocco, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, The Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States and Vietnam.

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Job CategoryProject Manager
Job IndustryGround Transportation
LocationLondon - United Kingdom
Type of contractPermanent contract

Astek Services UK is looking for a Computer Vision Manager. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside an international advanced mobility team to build a software solution for the global autonomou...