Autonomous Driving Systems Specialist (SDS Specialist) - Autonomous Vehicle Diagnostics & Calibration

TSMG·Valence

What they offer

  • Fixed-term contract

    Full-time hours.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

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  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Valence

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

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About the role

We are looking for an Autonomous Driving Systems Specialist (Self-Driving Systems Specialist / SDS Specialist) to support the diagnosis, calibration, configuration, and technical preparation of self-driving systems used in autonomous vehicles and robotaxi fleets in Europe.

The SDS Specialist focuses on the technology layer of autonomous mobility: sensors, compute systems, software configurations, autonomous driving hardware, system diagnostics, calibration procedures, and technical validation. This role ensures that the self-driving system installed in each autonomous vehicle operates correctly, is precisely calibrated, and is ready to support safe testing, commercial deployment, and autonomous ride-hailing operations.

You will work with Senior Technicians, AV Operations Leads, Safety Operators, Depot Specialists, engineering teams, and fleet operations teams to identify technical issues, execute structured troubleshooting procedures, and support the reliable operation of autonomous vehicle platforms.

This role is suitable for candidates with experience in automotive electronics, ADAS systems, embedded systems, robotics, diagnostics, calibration, or complex technical support, who wish to work at the core of autonomous vehicle deployment and robotaxi operations.

What you'll do

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot self-driving system issues affecting autonomous vehicle performance and fleet readiness.
  • Investigate technical issues related to cameras, LiDAR, radar, GPS/GNSS, compute units, sensors, connectivity modules, wiring, and autonomous driving hardware.
  • Execute structured diagnostic procedures to identify root causes of hardware, software, and SDS configuration issues.
  • Support advanced troubleshooting of autonomous vehicle faults impacting testing, commercial operations, or robotaxi fleet availability.
  • Escalate complex technical cases to engineering teams with clear results and supporting documentation.
  • Inspect, repair, replace, and validate SDS hardware components installed on autonomous vehicles.
  • Support the installation and verification of cameras, LiDAR units, radar sensors, compute hardware, sensor mounts, antennas, and associated components.
  • Confirm that autonomous driving hardware is correctly installed, secure, clean, functional, and ready for operation.
  • Collaborate with Senior Technicians on vehicle issues involving both standard automotive systems and SDS components.
  • Ensure that all hardware work follows strict safety, quality, and technical procedures.
  • Perform software updates, configuration changes, and system validation checks for autonomous driving systems.
  • Execute defined software procedures using diagnostic tools, command-line tools, configuration files, or workflows provided by engineering.
  • Verify successful software installation and confirm the SDS is operational before the vehicle returns to service.
  • Support troubleshooting of software issues affecting autonomous vehicle behavior, system communication, or operational readiness.
  • Maintain accurate records of software versions, configurations, updates, and validation results.
  • Perform calibration and verification activities for autonomous vehicle sensors and self-driving system components.
  • Support calibration workflows involving cameras, LiDAR, radar, localization systems, and other perception-related hardware.
  • Validate that the self-driving system functions correctly after maintenance, software updates, hardware replacement, or vehicle service.
  • Assist engineering teams with data collection, calibration tests, and system performance verification.
  • Ensure autonomous vehicles meet technical readiness requirements before returning to robotaxi operations or on-road testing.
  • Act as an on-site subject matter expert for SDS-related technical issues.
  • Provide structured technical results to engineering, fleet operations, and project teams.
  • Collaborate with AV Operations Leads to prioritize SDS repairs and reduce downtime.
  • Support incident reviews, root-cause analysis, and technical escalation processes.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of troubleshooting workflows, calibration procedures, and operational documentation.
  • Maintain accurate records of diagnostics, repairs, software updates, hardware changes, and calibration activities.
  • Follow strict operational, safety, and technical procedures when working on autonomous driving systems.
  • Complete all system validation checklists and required technical reports.
  • Support compliance with internal quality standards, safety protocols, and customer requirements.
  • Ensure all SDS work is traceable, repeatable, and properly documented.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in automotive electronics, diagnostics, embedded systems, robotics, technical support, or complex systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Experience with vehicle electronics, sensors, control systems, or advanced technical hardware.
  • Comfortable with structured software procedures and technical workflows.
  • Ability to work with diagnostic tools, logs, technical documentation, and engineering instructions.
  • High attention to detail and strong procedural discipline.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional technical teams.
  • Fluent in English.

Nice to have

  • Experience with ADAS, autonomous vehicles, robotics, sensor systems, or advanced driver assistance technologies.
  • Familiarity with LiDAR, radar, cameras, GNSS, IMU, compute units, or perception-related hardware.
  • Experience with Linux, command-line tools, CAN bus, vehicle networks, or embedded systems.
  • Experience in calibration, validation, or system integration.
  • Background in automotive testing, AV operations, robotics labs, fleet diagnostics, or technical field support.
  • Collaboration with operations, engineering, depot, and safety teams.

What you'll get

  • Opportunity to work directly with self-driving systems, autonomous driving hardware, and advanced vehicle technologies.
  • Hands-on involvement in robotaxi fleet operations, autonomous vehicle testing, and autonomous ride-hailing deployment in Europe.
  • Exposure to robotics, ADAS, sensor calibration, embedded systems, EV platforms, and next-generation mobility technologies.
  • Structured onboarding, technical procedures, and ongoing training.
  • Career opportunities in autonomous vehicle operations, AV diagnostics, robotics, and technical fleet support.
  • Collaboration with engineering, operations, depot, technician, and safety teams.
  • Opportunity to support new city launches, fleet scaling, and commercial autonomous mobility programs.

Required profile

High-performing SDS Specialists are precise, structured, and technically curious. They enjoy solving complex system issues and understand that reliable self-driving system performance is essential for autonomous vehicle operations, commercial robotaxi services, and fleet scaling.

This role requires someone who can work carefully with advanced hardware and software, follow engineering procedures exactly, and communicate results clearly to technical and operational teams. You should be comfortable in a depot or technical operations environment where autonomous vehicles must be diagnosed, validated, and returned to service quickly and safely.

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About the company

TSMG

TSMG

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