Senior Sensor Hardware Functional Safety Engineer

United States·Foster CityFull-timemid

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We are seeking a highly versatile Sensor & Hardware Safety Engineer to bridge the gap between rigorous hardware reliability and real-world system behavior.

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We are seeking a highly versatile Sensor & Hardware Safety Engineer to bridge the gap between rigorous hardware reliability and real-world system behavior. In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for 50% hardware-level Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and 50% system-level sensor safety (SOTIF / ISO 21448). You will ensure that our custom hardware meets strict ASIL compliance while guaranteeing our advanced sensor suites (Cameras, LiDAR, Radar) operate safely through perception edge-cases and environmental challenges.

Evaluate supplier technical documentation for advanced imagers, microprocessors, and SoCs to verify SEooC and AoU alignment.

Assess vendor deliverables to guarantee ASIL standards are met for firmware/software maturity and diagnostic systems.

Execute board-level FMEDA for sophisticated integrated circuits, including FPGAs and microcontrollers.

Partner with Software, FW, and EE departments to define architectural requirements that enhance diagnostic monitoring.

Support the V&V team in developing SOTIF-compliant simulation and physical test protocols for edge-case scenarios.

Minimum of a B.S. in Automotive, Robotics, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering.

At least 3 years of professional experience involving board bring-up, silicon validation, or hardware design.

Understanding of SOTIF and ISO 26262 safety protocols.

Strong interpersonal and professional communication capabilities within a collaborative environment

ISO 26262 professional certification (CFSP or CFSE).

Background in automotive-grade hardware validation and design.

Experience utilizing traceability platforms like JAMA or Polarion.

Familiarity with industry standards including IEC 61508, DO-254, and DO-178C during board bring-up.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job

Foster City, United States

Hybrid, some on-site time required

Who can apply

About this job

Pay per year: $226,000–$271,000 a year; 143% above the $102,400 median for Health & Safety Specialist jobs on Jobera (328 salaries).
Who can apply: United States
Posted: 164 days ago
Employer: has 244 open jobs on Jobera in 2 countries.