Overview
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.
Who we’re looking for:
Toyota’s InfoTech Labs (ITL) Department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Senior Researcher.
The primary responsibility of this role is to research and develop teleoperated driving simulators and cooperative automated driving simulators.
Reporting to the Senior Research Manager of ITL, the person in this role will support the ITL department's objective.
What you’ll be doing:
- Development of teleoperated driving simulators and testbeds.
- Development of cooperative automated driving simulators and simulation analysis.
- Lead university research collaborations on teleoperated driving analysis.
- Contribute to university research collaboration for cooperative maneuver, cooperative perception, and platooning.
- Support connected smart transportation projects as well as various research projects.
- Regularly report and present to the Research team and Management & Leadership.
- Create academic publications and invention disclosures.
What you bring:
Technical Skills
- Ph.D. holder in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Experience in developing teleoperated driving simulators using CARLA. Industry or Academic is acceptable.
- Experience in developing cooperative automated driving simulators
- Experience in developing machine learning models and advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS).
- Experience in developing and testing software using ROS, CARLA, SUMO, C++, Python, and GitHub.
- Experience of research in vehicular communication for vehicular traffic management and safety.
- Solid understanding of cellular communication technologies such as LTE and 5G, and V2X communication technologies. Related Research experience is acceptable.
Non-Technical Skills
- Capability to learn and explore new research areas.
- Excellent time management and task prioritization skills.
- Clear and concise presentation skills, both written and oral, with consideration to international audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a highly motivated team environment.
Added bonus if you have
- Solid understanding of cooperative automated driving standards such as SAE J3216, J3186, and ETSI TR 103 578.
- Experience of professional activities for academic conferences and journals.
What we’ll bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
- A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
- Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
- Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
- Flexible work options based on business needs
- Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
- Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
The annual base salary range for this position is $119,400.00 - $194,100.00.
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.
