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Woven by Toyota is enabling Toyota’s once-in-a-century transformation into a mobility company. Inspired by a legacy of innovating for the benefit of others, our mission is to challenge the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation — expanding what “mobility” means and how it serves society. Our work centers on four pillars: AD/ADAS, our autonomous driving and advanced driver assist technologies; Arene, our software development platform for software-defined vehicles; Woven City, a test course for mobility; and Cloud & AI, the digital infrastructure powering our collaborative foundation. Business-critical functions empower these teams to execute, and together, we’re working toward one bold goal: a world with zero accidents and enhanced well-being for all.
TEAM
The Automated Driving & ADAS organization focuses on developing a scalable, data-driven approach to autonomous and assisted driving software. We collaborate with partners across Toyota, offering numerous opportunities to integrate cutting-edge technology into consumer vehicles globally. To continuously improve and thoroughly test our driving systems, we build powerful developer workflows that leverage real-world data and state of the art in-house and third party simulation technologies. The simulation technologies we develop and integrate form the foundation of our virtual verification and validation efforts, enabling autonomy and ADAS stack development, regression testing, and model training.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
The Simulation Core team is seeking an experienced Senior Simulation Engineer with a strong background in developing engines, frameworks and client APIs in Rust or C++, as well as Python. They will design and integrate simulation software with portability, modularity, and reusability in mind in order to meet the diverse needs of vehicular technology development and testing across Toyota programs. By championing best practices, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring developers, you will play a key role in building our critical AD/ADAS simulator tools.
Responsibilities
- Architect and extend our next generation core simulation technologies (e.g. world engine, interfaces, scheduler, agent frameworks).
- Drive the integration of core simulation technologies into solutions or workflows, ensuring end user requirements are met.
- Analyze simulation results to identify gaps between simulated and real-world performance. Prioritize improvements in the core simulation and integration software.
- Partner with ADAS autonomy, integration, and release teams to improve validation of ADAS software.
- Help set the team roadmap to support the growing landscape of ADAS customers and data sources.
- Demonstrate good design practices; alignment with stakeholders before, during, and after implementation is essential.
- Propose and advocate for modern technologies and methodologies that can drive innovation and performance.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field highly preferred.
- 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- Proven track record crafting well-designed, impactful solutions within allotted time and resource constraints.
- Strong programming skills in Rust or C++.
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Ability to think, design, and code for both the user’s and simulator developer’s perspectives.
- An infectious self-driven passion for solving complex problems while learning new techniques and technologies!
NICE TO HAVES
- Experience with building real-time systems (a requirement of simulations for driver assistance and hardware in the loop scenarios).
- Knowledge of one or more cloud compute platforms, such as AWS.
- Experience with container technologies like Docker and container management systems like Kubernetes.
- Experience with build systems, continuous integration, and/or continuous deployment (CI/CD).
- Experience in the automotive and/or self-driving autonomy domain.
For positions based in Palo Alto, CA, the base pay ranges from $140,000 - $230,000 a year. Your base salary is one part of your total compensation. We offer a base salary, short term and long term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package. The total compensation offered to an employee will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location, and level.
What We Offer
We are committed to creating a modern work environment that supports our employees and their loved ones. We offer many options of the best programs to allow you to do your most meaningful work and to help you shape the future of mobility.
- Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage
- A rewarding 401k program
- Flexible vacation policy
- Family planning and care benefits
Our Commitment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.
INTRODUCTION
Woven by Toyota is enabling Toyota’s once-in-a-century transformation into a mobility company. Inspired by a legacy of innovating for the benefit of others, our mission is to challenge the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation — expanding what “mobility” means and how it serves society. Our work centers on four pillars: AD/ADAS, our autonomous driving and advanced driver assist technologies; Arene, our software development platform for software-defined vehicles; Woven City, a test course for mobility; and Cloud & AI, the digital infrastructure powering our collaborative foundation. Business-critical functions empower these teams to execute, and together, we’re working toward one bold goal: a world with zero accidents and enhanced well-being for all.
TEAM
The Automated Driving & ADAS organization focuses on developing a scalable, data-driven approach to autonomous and assisted driving software. We collaborate with partners across Toyota, offering numerous opportunities to integrate cutting-edge technology into consumer vehicles globally. To continuously improve and thoroughly test our driving systems, we build powerful developer workflows that leverage real-world data and state of the art in-house and third party simulation technologies. The simulation technologies we develop and integrate form the foundation of our virtual verification and validation efforts, enabling autonomy and ADAS stack development, regression testing, and model training.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
The Simulation Core team is seeking an experienced Senior Simulation Engineer with a strong background in developing engines, frameworks and client APIs in Rust or C++, as well as Python. They will design and integrate simulation software with portability, modularity, and reusability in mind in order to meet the diverse needs of vehicular technology development and testing across Toyota programs. By championing best practices, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring developers, you will play a key role in building our critical AD/ADAS simulator tools.
Responsibilities
- Architect and extend our next generation core simulation technologies (e.g. world engine, interfaces, scheduler, agent frameworks).
- Drive the integration of core simulation technologies into solutions or workflows, ensuring end user requirements are met.
- Analyze simulation results to identify gaps between simulated and real-world performance. Prioritize improvements in the core simulation and integration software.
- Partner with ADAS autonomy, integration, and release teams to improve validation of ADAS software.
- Help set the team roadmap to support the growing landscape of ADAS customers and data sources.
- Demonstrate good design practices; alignment with stakeholders before, during, and after implementation is essential.
- Propose and advocate for modern technologies and methodologies that can drive innovation and performance.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field highly preferred.
- 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- Proven track record crafting well-designed, impactful solutions within allotted time and resource constraints.
- Strong programming skills in Rust or C++.
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Ability to think, design, and code for both the user’s and simulator developer’s perspectives.
- An infectious self-driven passion for solving complex problems while learning new techniques and technologies!
NICE TO HAVES
- Experience with building real-time systems (a requirement of simulations for driver assistance and hardware in the loop scenarios).
- Knowledge of one or more cloud compute platforms, such as AWS.
- Experience with container technologies like Docker and container management systems like Kubernetes.
- Experience with build systems, continuous integration, and/or continuous deployment (CI/CD).
- Experience in the automotive and/or self-driving autonomy domain.
For positions based in Palo Alto, CA, the base pay ranges from $140,000 - $230,000 a year. Your base salary is one part of your total compensation. We offer a base salary, short term and long term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package. The total compensation offered to an employee will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location, and level.
What We Offer
We are committed to creating a modern work environment that supports our employees and their loved ones. We offer many options of the best programs to allow you to do your most meaningful work and to help you shape the future of mobility.
- Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage
- A rewarding 401k program
- Flexible vacation policy
- Family planning and care benefits
Our Commitment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Senior Simulation Engineer
Target industries with active PERM filings
Defense contractors, automotive OEMs, and aerospace primes file PERM for simulation engineers far more often than general tech employers. Search DOL PERM disclosure data filtered to SOC code 17-2141 to surface employers with recent certified applications.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filter by green card sponsorship history for simulation and systems engineering roles on Migrate Mate. This surfaces employers who have completed the PERM process before, cutting the research time required to build a targeted outreach list.
Clarify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's PERM application must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your exact job title and metro area before negotiating, so you know what the DOL benchmark requires.
Understand the PERM recruitment documentation burden
PERM requires your employer to run a mandatory recruitment campaign and prove no qualified U.S. applicant was rejected. Confirm early that your prospective employer's HR team has done this before, or has outside counsel who has, to avoid delays.
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Does a Senior Simulation Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Senior Simulation Engineer positions qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3, depending on the employer's job requirements. EB-2 applies when the role requires a master's degree or its equivalent in experience. EB-3 covers roles that require a bachelor's degree. The employer's PERM application defines which category fits, so the job description language matters significantly.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B is a temporary work visa, subject to an annual cap and lottery, and requires renewal every three years. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent, has no lottery, and leads to lawful permanent residency. For Senior Simulation Engineers, the PERM process takes longer upfront, typically one to three years from PERM filing to a green card number, but the outcome is permanent status with no future renewal risk.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for simulation engineering roles?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL certifying that no qualified U.S. worker applied for the role after a mandatory recruitment campaign. DOL either certifies or audits the application. Once certified, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. If your priority date is current under the Visa Bulletin, you can then file for adjustment of status or attend a consular interview.
Where can I find employers who have sponsored green cards for simulation engineers before?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Senior Simulation Engineer jobs filtered by green card sponsorship history, so you're targeting employers who have already completed the PERM process rather than guessing at willingness. Defense contractors, automotive manufacturers, and aerospace firms appear most frequently in DOL PERM disclosure data for simulation-related SOC codes.
How does the O*NET occupation profile affect my PERM application?
DOL references O*NET to assess whether a role genuinely requires a degree and whether the job duties align with the stated occupation. For Senior Simulation Engineers, O*NET classifies the role as requiring substantial simulation, modeling, and systems engineering knowledge. If your employer's job description matches the O*NET profile closely, it reduces the likelihood of a DOL audit questioning whether the position is a legitimate specialty occupation.
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