CONTRACT: Sr AI Engineer

At the Innovation & Engineering Center California (IECC), we represent the Volkswagen Group in applied research and development. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, we create bold new ideas for the Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti and Porsche brands. We’re a team of engineers, designers, scientists, and psychologists looking to develop innovations for future generations of cars, and to transfer technologies from many industries and research institutions into the automotive domain. Our mission is to drive change which means we are not only impacting one of the world’s largest car makers, but also the lives of millions of people. Are you ready to join us? Role Summary This role will be tasked with applying machine learning/deep learning to the automotive industry. Applications could include autonomous driving, manufacturing, material design etc. Working in our facility requires a high level of independence and an ability to deal with lots of ambiguity. In addition to assigned projects, this individual and subsequent team will be responsible for coming up with the “next big thing” that nobody has thought of as yet, building it and selling it. This position should be held by a Computer Science Engineer, or equivalent, with experience in the development of Software and Software architectures.

Software Development

Maintains, as well as furthers, enhances existing machine learning modules.

Designs and implements new machine learning based approaches based on existing frameworks.

Keeps up to speed with the state of the art of academic research and technology in the industry.

Transfers technologies and solutions to Volkswagen Group.

Software Testing and Evaluation

Integrates new software modules into the framework.

Tests developed modules in the prototype (unit tests, integration tests, in-vehicle/field tests, etc.).

Analyzes and evaluates conducted tests.

Process Documentation

Develops technical specifications and documentation.

Relevant Work Experience 5+ years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and related work experience) Education Required Master’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

Desired PhD.

This position is located in Belmont, CA. The employer anticipates a pay range for this location between $145,000 - $195,000.

Act as an ownerBe a pioneerHandle complexityLive integrity & compliancePerform togetherLive passionThink ahead

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.