Autonomy Heroes
Professional Staffing Solutions
Technical Recruiting by Active AV Engineers
Our recruiters are senior engineers at NVIDIA, Zoox, MBRDNA, Tesla and leading AV companies who leverage deep networks to connect exceptional talent with the right opportunities.
Production-validated parameter tuning assessments using CARLA, benchmarked against Waymo/Tesla/Zoox disengagement metrics
Companies We're Actively Targeting
We focus on the industry leaders who are pushing the boundaries of autonomous systems. These companies need engineers who can hit the ground running.
NVIDIA
Waymo
Mobileye
Zoox
Aurora
Nuro
Tesla
Applied Intuition
WeRide
Woven by Toyota
MBRDNA
Pony.ai
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 2,000+ 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
Parameter-Based CARLA AssessmentEngineering Judgment Evaluation
We evaluate autonomous vehicle engineers through parameter tuning challenges that reveal real-world trade-off analysis and decision-making capabilities.
Pedestrian suddenly appears in urban environment
# CANDIDATE PARAMETER 1: AEB Trigger Distance # Trade-off: Earlier = more false positives, Later = collision risk # Industry benchmark: Euro NCAP requires 20-40m trigger_distance = 27.5 # meters - CANDIDATE MODIFIES THIS # CANDIDATE PARAMETER 2: Confidence Threshold # Trade-off: Higher = miss real threats, Lower = phantom braking sensor_confidence = 0.85 # 0-1 scale - CANDIDATE MODIFIES THIS
Candidate balances safety margins with urban traffic flow considerations
Comprehensive Scoring Methodology
Parameter Selection
40%Engineering judgment vs baselines
CARLA Execution
30%Safety metrics and performance
Trade-off Analysis
20%Decision quality and reasoning
Consistency
10%Cross-scenario uniformity
Assessment Benefits
Parameter-Based Evaluation
Candidates demonstrate engineering judgment by tuning 2-5 critical parameters per scenario, revealing their understanding of safety/efficiency trade-offs.
Industry Benchmarking
Parameters are validated against real-world data from Waymo, Tesla, and Mercedes, ensuring assessments reflect actual industry standards.
Multi-Dimensional Scoring
Comprehensive evaluation across safety (40%), efficiency (25%), comfort (20%), and compliance (15%) provides nuanced candidate assessment.
Scenario-Based Testing
14 real-world scenarios from emergency braking to construction zones test candidates' ability to make appropriate engineering trade-offs.
Experience Professional Parameter-Based Assessment
See how our CARLA evaluation platform reveals engineering judgment and trade-off analysis capabilities that traditional interviews miss.
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 2,000+ 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. No coding puzzles, no whiteboard exercises - just real AV engineering challenges.
Free assessment • No obligations • Results in 24 hours
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
Precision Matching Optional
Add CARLA simulation evaluation to rapid deployment for the ultimate combination of speed and technical precision. Best of both worlds.
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
Why Leading Companies Choose Autonomy Heroes
Real results from real clients who trust us with their most critical autonomous systems hires
Trusted by Leading Autonomous Systems Companies
Faster Time to Fill
Completed critical sensor fusion engineer hire in 24 days vs. 52-day industry average
Reduced Hiring Costs
Contract-to-hire approach saved client recruitment fees and reduced onboarding time
Successful Team Building
Helped autonomous trucking startup build 5-person perception team over 3 months
High Success Rate
92% retention rate on safety-critical roles with functional safety requirements
Supported Growth
Helped Series A startup expand engineering team from 8 to 15 engineers for product development
Quality Placements
Successfully placed senior perception engineer with 10+ years autonomous vehicle experience
Industry Recognition
Risk-Free Guarantee
Ready to Scale Your Autonomous Systems Team?
Whether you need permanent hires or flexible staffing, we have the expertise and network to deliver results faster than traditional recruiters.
Ready to Find Your NextAutonomous Systems Integration Expert?
Whether you're looking to hire top talent or seeking your next career opportunity, we're here to help you succeed in the autonomous systems integration industry.
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