Backend Software Engineer – Vehicle Perception (Senior)

About the role

Join the Vehicle Perception team to build the backend foundation for real‑time cabin awareness in autonomous ride‑pooling vehicles. You will connect in‑vehicle components with an AWS‑based infrastructure, enabling live video streaming, operator communication, and perception models that monitor cabin safety.

Key responsibilities

• Bridge data flow between AWS services (e.g., AWS Chime, AWS IoT) and in‑vehicle systems.
• Design, implement, and maintain robust backend functions that meet automotive standards.
• Participate in the full development lifecycle: design, implementation, QA, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, VW Group, vendors, and partners on software interfaces, tooling, and hardware.

Required profile

• Strong interest in autonomous mobility and vehicle perception.
• Proactive, flexible, hands‑on mindset with experience in agile development.
• Ability to work autonomously in a cross‑functional, bottom‑up managed team.

Required skills

• TypeScript or another modern backend programming language.
• Experience with AWS IoT, AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, and AWS Chime.
• Understanding of Linux platforms and system development.
• Knowledge of event‑driven architecture and DevOps practices.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with bonus.
• Hybrid work setup – combine remote work with office collaboration.
• Flexible working hours.