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We empower our customers - farmers, construction crews, and foresters to implement safer and more sustainable solutions, driving increased profitability with less reliance on scarce labor. We believe that focusing on the small stuff, pixel-by-pixel and task-by-task, leads to big gains. \nBlue River Technology aligns with John Deere’s vision to “innovate on behalf of humanity” by quickly identifying and solving high-value, high-uncertainty challenges in AI, machine learning, computer vision, and robotics. BRT acts as a research and development flywheel, building not only new products but also new platforms that reliably create value for both Deere and its customers. From fully autonomous machines to highly precise farming equipment, BRT and Deere are partnering to deliver technical breakthroughs across industries such as agriculture and construction. \nOur people are at the heart of what we do. Through cross-disciplinary collaboration, this mission-driven team is eager to define the new frontier of robotics. We are always asking hard questions, rapidly iterating, and getting our boots in the field to figure it out. We won’t give up until we’ve made a tangible and positive impact on the planet!\nBlue River Technology is based in Santa Clara, CA. \nSummary\nWe are seeking a Robotics Systems Test & Validation Engineer for Blue River's Vehicle Autonomy Team. This person will build trust in our autonomous solutions. You will define, develop, and execute feature-level testing on agricultural machinery and test setups, identifying vulnerabilities to strengthen our systems. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you will help tackle ambitious goals and solve complex real-world challenges in a fast-paced environment.\nThis person will serve as the lead for reproducing field issues, debugging, documenting, prototyping, and system testing of new technologies that will be revolutionary in robotic and computer vision-based systems for agriculture. The ideal candidate will have system-level curiosity, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and will deliver results regardless of challenges. \nEmployment Type: Full-Time\nWork Location: Austin, TX\nVisa sponsorship: Not available for this position. \nJob Responsibilities\nA combination, not necessarily all-inclusive, of the following:\nLead software release testing and validate updates prior to customer deployment.\nDevelop validation plans to ensure test coverage for requirements and bug fixes.\nDesign test plans, execute testing, analyze results, and present actionable recommendations.\nPartner across engineering teams to build end-to-end test suites and drive product enhancements.\nGuide system integration for complex robotic platforms across cross-functional teams.\nAnalyze product failures using engineering methods to identify root causes.\nInstall and integrate software at both component and full-system levels.\nConduct exploratory testing to uncover coverage gaps in test plans.\nRequired Experience and Skills\n2+ years of experience testing high-tech vehicle, robotic, or agricultural products.\nExperience translating system and customer needs into testable requirements.\nSolid understanding of software complexity and system architecture interaction.\nAdvanced experience with complex systems development; hardware- and software-focused understanding of how to meet high-level system needs.\nCapable of creating the documentation for system validation; experienced in complex systems support.\nScrappiness and perseverance; demonstrated ability to succeed in uncertain situations, with a high degree of agility and creativity to adapt and respond to learnings.\nPreferred Experience and Skills\n\nHands-on experience maintaining, repairing, and operating heavy agricultural equipment.\nStrong problem-solving, debugging (electro-mechanical/perception systems), and communication skills.\nAbility to adapt, plan, and execute effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.\nCollaborative mindset with the ability to work independently, across cross-functional teams, and maintain strong customer/vendor relationships.\nExperience with documentation, tracking, and CI/CD development tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, Jenkins).\nBS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field.\nBackground in agricultural equipment design.\nProficiency in Python or other programming languages.\nExperience with Linux, script programming, CAN bus, and Ethernet networking.\nOnly individual applicants will be considered. We do not work with unsolicited third-party agencies or proxy interview services. \nAt Blue River, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected pay range is between $91,000 - $168,000/year for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus and a competitive benefit package. During the recruitment process, we may identify an alternative role or level to which you are more suited. If your ideal role at Blue River differs from the advertised position, we will provide an updated pay range as soon as possible during the hiring process.\nWe’re passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. While we have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion, we’re investing in our programs, including recruiting, mentorship, career development, and learning & development, to ensure they support our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals. We support each employee in living a full life, enabling a thriving career, and accomplishing a meaningful, challenging mission while collaborating with incredible people. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align completely with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.\nWe are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 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