TL;DR

Field Engineer Lead (Embedded IoT Dev): Leading on-site fault triage and resolution of vehicle software and hardware issues, ensuring fleet uptime. Focus on developing structured processes for fault diagnosis and maintaining safety compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Leonberg, Germany

Company

Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology, creating advanced AI software and foundation models for autonomous vehicles.

What you will do

  • Lead on-site fault triage and resolution for vehicle software and hardware issues to maintain fleet uptime.
  • Develop and enforce structured processes for fault diagnosis, repair protocols, and operational workflows.
  • Oversee and support field engineers, providing technical guidance and ensuring seamless collaboration across global teams.
  • Ensure rapid response and resolution, meeting the 15-minute issue response and one-hour repair SLA.
  • Manage global operational handovers, maintaining open communication and ensuring smooth transitions.
  • Uphold strict safety and compliance standards for all fault triage, diagnosis, and repairs.

Requirements

  • Lead a team of Field Engineers in triaging, troubleshooting, and resolving hardware, software, and automotive system issues.
  • Take full ownership of the field engineering function within the location, ensuring operational excellence.
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle diagnostics, fault triage, and repair processes.
  • Skilled in process development, resource allocation, and workflow efficiency to meet SLAs.
  • Excellent ability to coordinate with global teams and provide clear technical guidance.
  • Fluent in German and English

Nice to have

  • Background in Automotive, DevOps, or Infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of ADAS and Autonomous Vehicle Technology.
  • Experience in System Troubleshooting and Optimisation.

Culture & Benefits

  • Committed to creating a diverse, fair, and respectful culture.
  • Value diversity and embrace new perspectives.
  • Foster an inclusive work environment.