Senior Vehicle Integration Engineer - Defense at Kodiak

<div class="content-intro"><p>Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.</p></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We are looking for a Senior Vehicle Integration Engineer with deep experience in new platform development and system-level integration. This role is at the forefront of bringing next-generation autonomous vehicle platforms to life — from early-stage concept through integration, validation, and deployment. You will work closely with hardware, systems, and manufacturing teams to drive new platform development, with a focus on integration quality, test rigor, and technical execution.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>In this role, you will:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead system-level integration of sensors, compute, actuation, and vehicle systems for new platform development programs </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Drive the full integration lifecycle: architecture definition, build planning, bring-up, validation, and sign-off </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop and execute structured test plans to validate new platform functionality, performance, and reliability</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Coordinate and lead cross-functional build and integration events with Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, and Systems teams </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Provide Design-For-Manufacturing and Design-For-Test feedback to ensure new platforms are built for quality and scale</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop and maintain comprehensive platform documentation including drawings, schematics, BOMs, build instructions, and test reports</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Identify, triage, and resolve integration issues through systematic debugging and root cause analysis </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner with systems and hardware engineering teams to define integration requirements and acceptance criteria for new platforms</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">What you'll bring:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong technical background. BS or MS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">6+ years of experience in the autonomous vehicle, automotive, or a related industry </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated experience leading new platform or new product integration programs from early development through validation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong systems thinking and problem-solving skills; you are energized by complex, multi-disciplinary integration challenges</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hands-on. You are equally comfortable with a wrench and a keyboard. Confident with automotive electronics and familiar with communication protocols and tools such as Ethernet and CAN</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience with scripting and data analysis languages such as Python or MATLAB </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Understanding of Linux-based systems and computer networking </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">CAD experience with packages such as SolidWorks</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">A team leader. Whether formally or informally, you have played the lead role on multiple integration or development programs. You take ownership and drive teams to deliver results </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Great communicator. You write clear, concise, and detailed technical documentation, and are skilled at leading and participating in cross-functional design and integration reviews</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proven ability to drive testing through development, execution, analysis, corrective actions, and final report-outs across all stages of product development</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">U.S. person required</span></li> </ul> <p class="p2"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What we offer:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, and&nbsp; MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">MetLife Legal Services, Identity &amp; Fraud Protection, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Accident Insurance, &amp; Critical Illness Insurance</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Flexible PTO, 10 paid holidays, and generous parental leave policies</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace through Cigna, Calm through Kaiser, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health through Cigna, Rula (mental health navigation)&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fidelity 401(k)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)</span></li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The pay range listed below reflects the base salary&nbsp;<strong data-stringify-type="bold">in our SF/Silicon Valley location,&nbsp;</strong>across several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location, experience, relevant training, education, skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay, equity, bonus and a competitive benefits package</p></div><div class="title">California Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$180,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$210,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><div>&nbsp;</div> <div>At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><em>We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here](</em><em><a href="https://endorsed.com/local-law-144" target="_blank" data-sk="tooltip_parent">https://endorsed.com/local-law-144</a></em><em>). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact </em><em><a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" data-sk="tooltip_parent">[email protected]</a></em><em> with "Separate Review Request" in the email subject line.</em></div> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>