Technical Recruiting by Active AV Engineers
Our technical interviews are led by engineers currently working on production driver-assistance and automated-driving programs at leading AV companies, not by generalist recruiters, so candidates are evaluated by people who build these systems every day.
In addition to prescreening and technical interviews, we offer CARLA-based evaluations to assess candidates in multi-stage, real-world–inspired ADAS testing scenarios.
Companies We're Actively Targeting
These companies need engineers who can hit the ground running.
Primary Coverage: Bay Area, CA
Waymo
NVIDIA
Zoox
Tesla
Aurora
Plus
Nuro
WeRide
Applied Intuition
Pony.ai
Woven by Toyota
MBRDNA
Market Intelligence
Our recruiters work at these companies. We know their hiring patterns, compensation structures, and what they're really looking for in candidates.
Recent Success Stories (Anonymized)
Real placements from the past 90 days. While we protect our clients' confidentiality, these results speak to our deep understanding of the autonomous systems market.
Senior Sensor Integration Engineer
Fortune 500 Automotive
"Successfully onboarded and contributing to safety validation pipeline"
Vehicle Integration Engineer
Leading AV Startup
"Integrated into development team and working on sensor calibration"
Systems Integration Engineer
Tier 1 Supplier
"Leading functional safety compliance initiatives for new platform"
Perception Engineer
Robotaxi Company
"Contributing to perception algorithm optimization for urban scenarios"
Current Active Searches
ADAS Validation Engineer
HighAutonomous Fleet Manager
MediumSensor Fusion Architect
HighOur Track Record Speaks for Itself
Industry-leading performance metrics that matter to your business
Complete Talent SolutionsPermanent Hires & Contract Staffing
From executive search to rapid team scaling, we deliver the autonomous systems talent you need with the speed and expertise that only industry insiders can provide.
Executive Search & Recruiting
Permanent placements for critical autonomous systems roles
Executive Search
C-level and VP-level positions in autonomous systems
Specialized Recruiting
Sensor Fusion (LiDAR/Camera/Radar), Path Planning & Motion Control, V2X Communication Systems, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), AUTOSAR Classic/Adaptive engineers
Direct Placement
Permanent full-time positions across all levels
Contract Staffing & Augmentation
Flexible teams for specialized autonomous systems projects
Rapid Team Scaling
Deploy specialized engineers for product launches and critical projects
Contract Staffing + Success Support
6-18 month engagements with embedded contractor success support - we're your partner, not just a headhunter
Staff Augmentation
Supplement existing teams with specialized talent
Our Proven Process
From discovery to deployment, we ensure every placement is a perfect fit through industry engineer-led evaluation, not generic recruiting
Discovery & Strategy
Deep dive into your technical requirements, team dynamics, and project timeline with engineers who understand your challenges
Talent Sourcing
Leverage our network of 500+ AV professionals through industry connections, not cold outreach
Technical Screening
Rigorous evaluation conducted by working engineers who can assess real technical competency, not just resume keywords
Placement & Support
Seamless onboarding with ongoing support and performance monitoring to ensure long-term success, plus 6-month placement guarantee
Ready to Experience the Difference?
Work with recruiters who are actual autonomous systems engineers, not generalists learning your industry on the job.
Get Industry ExpertsDeep Industry Expertise
We specialize in placing engineers with expertise in the most critical autonomous vehicle technologies
Sensor Fusion
LiDAR, Camera, Radar, and multi-modal perception systems
Path Planning & Motion Control
Trajectory optimization, behavioral planning, and control systems
V2X Communication
Vehicle-to-Everything protocols and infrastructure integration
Functional Safety
ISO 26262 compliance, ASIL-rated systems, and safety validation
AUTOSAR Architecture
Classic and Adaptive AUTOSAR implementation and integration
Simulation & Testing
CARLA, Gazebo, and proprietary simulation frameworks
Three-Tier ADAS Assessment SystemOfficial CARLA Leaderboard Framework
Built on the same CARLA Leaderboard 2.0 framework used by leading AV research and development teams. Three progressive levels assess engineers through 3D CARLA simulations with industry-standard leaderboard scoring.
Pedestrian suddenly appears in urban environment
Candidate balances safety margins with urban traffic flow considerations. Scored via official CARLA Leaderboard formula: Route Completion Ă— Infraction Penalty = Driving Score
Official CARLA Leaderboard Scoring
Route Completion
Distance completed / Total route
Percentage of route successfully traversed
Infraction Penalty
Multiplicative penalties
Pedestrian: 0.50Ă—, Vehicle: 0.60Ă—, Red Light: 0.70Ă—
Driving Score
Route Completion Ă— Infraction Penalty
Final score (0-100%), industry-comparable
Pass Threshold
≥85% Driving Score
Level 1 requirement for certification
3D CARLA Environment
3D CARLA Simulation Scenarios
Level 1: Visual Parameter Tuning
Browser-based GUI with real-time 3D CARLA visualization. Candidates tune BasicAgent parameters via sliders and watch live simulation feedback.
Level 2: Config Debugging
Candidates debug broken production configs to restore safe driving behavior of the AutoPilot agent.
Level 3: Sensor Stack
Candidates tune SensorAgent + TransFuser++ models for perception challenges.
Official Leaderboard Scoring
Same scoring formula as CARLA Leaderboard 2.0: Driving Score = Route Completion Ă— Infraction Penalty. Transparent, comparable results.
Experience Three-Tier ADAS Assessment
Built on official CARLA Leaderboard 2.0 framework with 3D visualization, industry-standard scoring, and progressive difficulty levels.
For AV EngineersChoose Autonomy Heroes
Opportunities in L2-L4 programs at Tier 1s and startups. Roles spanning vehicle integration engineers to ML specialists, with access to senior program manager positions through both staffing and permanent placement options.
Real-World AV Engineering Assessment
Demonstrate expertise through actual autonomous vehicle problems using CARLA scenarios that mirror production engineering challenges.
Industry-relevant assessment
Work with Companies That Value Your Expertise
Connect with employers who understand autonomous systems and appreciate your specialized skills in perception, planning, and control.
Quality employers only
Transparent Scoring and Feedback
See exactly how your parameter choices compare to industry benchmarks. Get detailed feedback on your engineering trade-offs.
Clear evaluation criteria
Join Elite Network of 500+ AV Professionals
Become part of an exclusive community of autonomous vehicle engineers. Access opportunities before they hit the public market.
Exclusive opportunities
Additional Benefits for Engineers
Fast-track to top AV companies
Performance certificate upon passing
Direct placement, no endless interviews
Work on cutting-edge AV technology
Ready to Showcase Your AV Engineering Skills?
Take the CARLA assessment and join the elite network of autonomous vehicle engineers. Real AV engineering challenges that test your expertise.
Free assessment • No obligations • Immediate results
Rapid Deployment AdvantageZero Delays. Zero Wasted Interviews.
While others scramble with weeks of screening, our established clients access pre-vetted autonomous systems engineers within 48 hours. Every candidate has already passed technical validation with our engineering team.
48-Hour Pipeline
Established Client Partners
Access our pre-vetted engineer pool within 48 hours for urgent staffing needs. Available for established partnership clients with active contracts.
Rigorously Pre-Vetted Pool
Technical Excellence Verified
Every candidate in our rapid deployment pool has passed comprehensive technical interviews with our engineering team. Thoroughly qualified talent ready to contribute immediately.
Emergency Response
Critical Role Coverage
When you need immediate technical talent for product launches, safety issues, or unexpected departures - we respond within hours, not weeks.
CARLA Enhancement
Technical Verification Badges
Look for CARLA evaluation badges in addition to resumes to identify top technical talent. Candidates with verified simulation experience demonstrate proven AV engineering judgment, safety-critical decision making, and real-world problem-solving in autonomous driving scenarios.
Unlock Rapid Deployment with Partnership
48-hour pipeline access is available for established client partners with active contracts. This premium service tier ensures immediate access to our vetted engineer pool when you need it most.
Established Partnerships
Active contract holders with proven collaboration history
Priority Access
First access to new talent and emergency response capabilities
Quality Guarantee
Same quality standards with accelerated timeline
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