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Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s **Integrated Vehicle Systems (IVS)** Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated **Automated Design Systems (ADS) Engineer** . In this role, you’ll pair systems thinking with hands-on software and test integration to help deliver the next generation of automated driving systems for Toyota and Lexus vehicles. You’ll lead critical engineering processes that ensure our vehicles meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and innovation.

Reporting to the **Senior Engineering Manager of IVS** , the person in this role will support the department’s mission to advance mobility through cutting-edge vehicle automation and intelligent system design.

What you’ll be doing

As an ADS Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of Toyota’s automated driving development, collaborating across teams and driving system-level excellence. Success in this role means delivering robust, traceable requirements and ensuring seamless integration across software and hardware systems.

+ Own system requirements: capture, decompose, and maintain traceable, testable requirements from concept through release

+ Lead DRBFM sessions: facilitate risk analysis, translate findings into design actions, and ensure timely closure

+ Collaborate with developers: shape control and decision logic (C/C++), align interfaces, and embed safety concepts

+ Coordinate integration and verification: manage SIL/HIL/vehicle-level testing and ensure clean system-to-software integration

+ Drive action closure: maintain trackers, follow up with internal teams and suppliers, and ensure accountability

+ Serve as liaison: act as the day-to-day interface with external stakeholders and suppliers

+ Improve engineering processes: identify gaps and propose repeatable improvements to boost reliability and velocity

+ Contribute to code and reviews: participate in code reviews, create pull requests, and support CI checks tied to requirements

What you bring

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and brings a strong foundation in systems engineering and automotive technologies.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field

+ 3+ years of experience in automotive systems (ADAS/ADS, chassis, powertrain, or other safety-critical domains)

+ 3+ years managing requirements and interfaces for complex embedded/vehicle systems using tools like Jama and Jira/Azure DevOps

+ 3+ years of hands-on DRBFM leadership and follow-through

+ Strong software literacy: ability to read and collaborate on C/C++ code

+ Working knowledge of CAN/LIN/Ethernet and related tooling

+ Excellent documentation skills with attention to traceability and version control

+ Strong communication and team alignment skills across internal and external stakeholders

Added bonus if you have

+ Experience with ISO 26262 (Functional Safety), SOTIF (ISO 21448), and/or ASPICE

+ Familiarity with Jama, Polarion, Jira/Azure DevOps

+ Hands-on experience with MIL/SIL/HIL environments and CANoe/Vector toolchain

+ Scripting and analysis skills in Python and/or MATLAB/Simulink

+ Knowledge of SOME/IP, diagnostics (UDS), and OTA update concepts

+ Experience with CI/CD workflows and tools like Git, GitLab, Jenkins

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team will provide you with all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

+ A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

+ Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

+ Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

+ Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)

+ Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

+ Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute

+ Paid holidays and paid time off

+ Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more

+ Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

+ Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [email protected] .