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Job Title


Validation Lead


Company : Virya Autonomous Technologies


Location : Bangalore, Karnataka


Created : 2026-02-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title: Lead – Systems Test & ValidationRole OverviewWe are looking for an experienced engineer to join our Engineering team and take ownership of test and validation efforts for our next-generation autonomous platforms for material and people movement. As Lead – Systems Test & Validation, you will define and drive strategies to ensure our platforms operate safely, reliably, and as intended across diverse environments.This is a hands-on, system-level role requiring deep technical acumen and close cross-functional collaboration to build structured, scalable test processes. The position is based full-time in Bangalore, with occasional travel for field testing and on-site validation.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute test and validation strategies for autonomous platformsBuild and maintain test frameworks, tools, and setups for system and sub-system validationDevelop structured test plans with clear coverage metrics tied to system requirements and safety goalsEnsure traceability across requirements, test cases, and resultsDesign and operate test rigs, instrumentation, and data logging setupsLead scenario-based testing for autonomy, safety, and failover features in simulation and field environmentsCollaborate with engineering teams for debugging and root-cause analysisDevelop automated tools for data extraction, analysis, and reportingSupport validation efforts aligned with industrial safety standards (e.g., ISO 3691-4)QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related field5+ years of experience in system integration, testing, and validation of robotics, automotive, or embedded systemsExposure to systems engineering practices, including requirements decomposition, interface definitions, and system-level validationStrong grasp of robotics system architecture, including sensors, actuators, compute platforms, and network protocolsProficiency in Python or similar scripting languages for test automation and data analysisFamiliarity with V&V processes, traceability frameworks, and relevant toolsExcellent communication skills and a field-focused approach to testing and triage