- Robot type
- Autonomous Vehicle · Robot AI and Software
- Location
- SunnyvaleCaliforniaUSA
- Job type
- Software
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
- Salary
- $90,000–$115,000 a year
Embedded Test Engineer - New Grad (December 2026)
Job description
Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.;
Job responsibilities
- Learn to develop, program, and execute comprehensive test cases based on complex system requirements.
- Gain hands-on experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test benches, Lab Cars, and vehicle testing.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to execute integration tests across automotive components like infotainment, telematics, and sensors.
- Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts when tests fail, working closely with cross-functional development teams.
- Assist in setting up and configuring HIL test environments to validate system performance.
- Write Python scripts for test automation to improve validation efficiency and coverage.
- Work alongside mentors to interface with OEM customers, ensuring smooth integration of functions and clear reporting of test results.
Job requirements
- A recent Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field graduating by December 2026.
- Strong foundational knowledge of systems engineering principles and a desire to apply them to the automotive or EV sectors.
- Academic or internship experience with Python or another coding language for scripting and basic automation.
- A proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and environments.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to document technical findings clearly and accurately.
- Strong communication skills to facilitate collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
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