Senior Electrical Test Engineer

Waabi, founded by AI pioneer and visionary Raquel Urtasun, is an AI company building the next generation of self-driving technology. With a world class team and an innovative approach that unleashes the power of AI to “drive” safely in the real world, Waabi is bringing the promise of self-driving closer to commercialization than ever before. Waabi is backed by best-in-class investors across the technology, logistics and the Canadian innovation ecosystem.

With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, and Dallas, Waabi is growing quickly and looking for diverse, innovative and collaborative candidates who want to impact the world in a positive way. To learn more visit:

You will…

1. Debug and resolve hardware issues efficiently using first principles approach.
2. Perform PCB rework, including soldering and desoldering ICs as needed.
3. Maintain and update hardware test benches to ensure alignment with vehicle configuration.
4. Collaborate with Firmware, Systems, and Electrical teams to support system integration and testing.
5. Automate hardware commissioning processes and provide both remote and on-site support for troubleshooting.
6. Document issues, solutions, and best practices to drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
2. 4+ years of work experience debugging hardware component failures.
3. Foundational understanding of analog and digital circuits.
4. Proficient in soldering and using lab tools.
5. Hands on experience building HIL benches.
6. Strong knowledge of debugging CAN and Ethernet protocols.
7. Proficiency with Linux for command-line tasks and Python for automation.
8. Passionate about self-driving technologies, solving hard problems, and creating innovative solutions.

Bonus/nice to have:

1. Experience with functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262).
2. Familiarity with external labs for compliance and validation testing.

Work Environment:

Requires 4 days a week of in-office collaboration to ensure effective hardware bring-up and validation.

The US yearly salary range for this role is: $151,000 to $229,357 USD in addition to competitive perks & benefits. Waabi (US) Inc.’s yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company’s compensation practices. The salary base range is reflective of the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Note: The Company provides additional compensation for employees in this role, including equity incentive awards and an annual performance bonus.

Perks/Benefits:

1. Competitive compensation and equity awards.
2. Premium choices for Health and Wellness benefits that include Medical, Vision and Dental coverage.
3. Unlimited Vacation.
4. Flexible hours and Work from Home support.
5. Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office).
6. Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events.
7. As we grow, this list continues to evolve!

Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. Join our talented team to be a part of the future and to make an impact!

Waabi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all our employees. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, caregiver status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We make workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please let our recruiting team know.