Head Engineer – Automated Driving

Woven by Toyota

. Develop a long-term technical strategy for data-driven infrastructure and the automated driving stack with the leadership team .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $189,000 - $310,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing data-driven infrastructure and automated driving systems, with a strong focus on machine learning, system safety, and scalable architecture. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and drive adoption of best practices in software development.

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Data-Driven Software DevelopmentMachine Learning OperationsAutomated Driving SystemsCross-Functional Team LeadershipReal-Time System Development

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Hard Skills

Machine LearningData OperationsBig Data InfrastructureScalable Architecture DesignCode Quality ProcessesSystem Safety ProcessesReal-Time Operating SystemsModel ValidationEnd-to-End System IntegrationTechnical KPI Definition

Soft Skills

Strong Leadership PresenceExcellent Communication SkillsSkilled CollaborationBias Toward ActionAbility to Thrive in Ambiguity

Industry Keywords

Safety-Critical SystemsAutomated Driving ProductsData-Driven DevelopmentTechnical Decision-MakingRobotics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop a long-term technical strategy for data-driven infrastructure and the automated driving stack with the leadership team
Amplify the Head of Automated Driving in collaboration with executive leadership and Toyota Motor Corporation
Lead cross-functional lead engineers in identifying complex technical challenges, developing robust solutions, and guiding execution toward a unified, data-driven automated driving stack
Lead resolution of technical challenges related to autonomy stack development, data search and curation, machine learning training pipelines, triage, and evaluation workflows
Shape and drive adoption of common development standards, toolchains, and ML stacks across autonomy teams
Champion best practices in data-driven development, code quality, design reviews, real-world validation, and model interpretability
Embed a safety-critical-first mindset across technical activities
Define technical KPIs and ensure engineering decisions support measurable progress in system safety, performance, and scalability
Represent the Head of Automated Driving in technical decision-making forums, reviews, and external engagements when required
Mentor and coach engineers through hands-on coding, peer reviews, and design reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of professional experience in data-driven software development, robotics, autonomy, or safety-critical systems
Deep understanding of ML and Data operations
Experience with big data and cost-efficient data flywheel infrastructures based on cloud or on-prem devices
Extensive experience leading and facilitating cross-functional teams and engineers in complex technical discussions
Prior experience deploying software in Automated Driving products
Experience designing scalable architectures and leading end-to-end system integrations
Experience driving code quality and systems safety processes for production code delivery
Expertise in real-time system development, large-scale data handling, and robust model validation
Strong leadership presence, excellent communication skills, skilled collaboration, and bias toward action and outcomes
Deep understanding of real-time operating systems, non-functional requirements, and trade-offs
Ability to thrive in ambiguity and influence diverse stakeholders toward a common goal
Preferred: patents or technical contributions in machine learning, robotics, or autonomy fields

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage
A rewarding 401k program
Flexible vacation policy
Family planning and care benefits
Short term and long term incentives
Comprehensive benefits package