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ALSO. · 1 day ago

Vehicle Dynamics Controls Engineer

positionPalo Alto, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$240K/yr - $285K/yr

ALSO is an electric mobility company focused on creating innovative small EVs to meet global mobility challenges. They are seeking a Vehicle Dynamics Controls Engineer to develop and calibrate stability and traction control software, taking on the full software development life cycle from concept through validation and release.

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Responsibilities

Develop and calibrate steering, stability and/or traction control algorithms
Work with cross-functional partners to define and deliver control features
Define handling metrics and objective maneuvers; support data analysis, and pass/fail evaluation
Build and integrate control algorithms for vehicle dynamics and related functions
Develop and execute test cases both in-vehicle and in simulation
Develop and maintain simulation models to validate estimators and control solutions
Identify, track, and troubleshoot software issues using vehicle and dyno logs
Drive system-level integration issue resolution across software, firmware, and vehicle domains

Qualification

MATLAB/SimulinkVehicle dynamics fundamentalsControl algorithm developmentEmbedded automotive softwareState estimation techniquesAutomotive communication networksReal-time embedded systemsVersion-control toolsAdaptive control

Required

Masters or PhD in Controls, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, including model-based design, Stateflow, and developing automation scripts
Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics fundamentals (e.g., understeer/oversteer, tire dynamics)
Direct development and calibration experience in one or more of the following systems (Traction Control, VDC/ESP, ABS, AWD, Torque Vectoring, Electronic limited slip differential)
Experience developing and validating control algorithms through simulation and in-vehicle or dyno testing
Familiarity with embedded automotive software workflows

Preferred

Experience with state estimation techniques (e.g., observers, Kalman filters)
Real-time embedded systems and/or sensor fusion background
Experience with automotive communication networks (e.g., CAN, etherCAT) and tools such as Vector CANalyzer or CANape
Familiarity with version-control and CI tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins)
Background in adaptive or robust control and/or system identification

Benefits

Robust health coverage. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% by ALSO with FSA & HSA options.
One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates.
Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny.
Flexible time off.
401(k) match.

Company

ALSO.

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We’re ALSO, an electric mobility company originally conceived as a part of Rivian.
dateFounded in 2025
location
Palo Alto, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://ridealso.com

H1B Sponsorship

ALSO. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (21)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$305M
Key Investors
GreenoaksEclipse Ventures
2025-07-08Series Unknown· $200M
2025-03-26Series Unknown· $105M

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