AI Engineer

AI Engineer

Job ID:  19591
Company:  Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Location: 

Belmont, CA, US, 94002

Department:  Research and Development
Career Level:  Professionals
Working Model:  Full-time
Contract Type:  Unlimited
Remote Working:  Up to 40%
Posting Date:  Dec 2, 2025

AI Engineer

Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.

Brief Role Description

At the Innovation & Engineering Center California (IECC), we represent the Volkswagen Group in applied research and development. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, we create bold new ideas for the Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti and Porsche brands. We’re a team of engineers, designers, scientists, and psychologists looking to develop innovations for future generations of cars, and to transfer technologies from many industries and research institutions into the automotive domain. Our mission is to drive change which means we are not only impacting one of the world’s largest car makers, but also the lives of millions of people. Are you ready to join us?

 

AI Engineer

Role Summary

This role will be tasked with applying machine learning/deep learning to the automotive industry. Applications could include autonomous driving, manufacturing, material design etc. Working in our facility requires a high level of independence and an ability to deal with lots of ambiguity. In addition to assigned projects, this individual and subsequent team will be responsible for coming up with the “next big thing” that nobody has thought of as yet, building it and selling it.

This position should be held by a Computer Science Engineer, or equivalent, with experience in the development of Software and Software architectures.

Role Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities

Software Development

  • Maintains, as well as furthers, enhances existing machine learning modules.
  • Designs and implements new machine learning based approaches based on existing frameworks.
  • Keeps up to speed with the state of the art of academic research and technology in the industry.
  • Transfers technologies and solutions to Volkswagen Group.

Software Testing and Evaluation

  • Integrates new software modules into the framework.
  • Tests developed modules in the prototype (unit tests, integration tests, in-vehicle/field tests, etc.).
  • Analyzes and evaluates conducted tests.

Process Documentation

  • Develops technical specifications and documentation.

Qualification requirements

Qualifications

  • 5+ years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and related work experience)

Education

Required

  • Master’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

Desired

  • PhD.

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Moral Responsibility
  • Sense of Responsibility
  • Customer Centricity
  • Curiosity
  • Complexity Management

Compensation Data

In the Silicon Valley, the salary range for this role will be $165,000 - $190,000, depending on education and years of relevant experience. Salary is determined by geographical location and adjusted accordingly. Other benefits for this position include:

 

·       Eligibility for annual performance bonus

·       Healthcare benefits

·       401(k), with company match

·       Defined contribution retirement program.

·       Tuition reimbursement

·       Company lease car program

·       Paid time off

 

 

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

 

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

 

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.

Brief Role Description

At the Innovation & Engineering Center California (IECC), we represent the Volkswagen Group in applied research and development. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, we create bold new ideas for the Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti and Porsche brands. We’re a team of engineers, designers, scientists, and psychologists looking to develop innovations for future generations of cars, and to transfer technologies from many industries and research institutions into the automotive domain. Our mission is to drive change which means we are not only impacting one of the world’s largest car makers, but also the lives of millions of people. Are you ready to join us?

 

AI Engineer

Role Summary

This role will be tasked with applying machine learning/deep learning to the automotive industry. Applications could include autonomous driving, manufacturing, material design etc. Working in our facility requires a high level of independence and an ability to deal with lots of ambiguity. In addition to assigned projects, this individual and subsequent team will be responsible for coming up with the “next big thing” that nobody has thought of as yet, building it and selling it.

This position should be held by a Computer Science Engineer, or equivalent, with experience in the development of Software and Software architectures.

Role Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities

Software Development

  • Maintains, as well as furthers, enhances existing machine learning modules.
  • Designs and implements new machine learning based approaches based on existing frameworks.
  • Keeps up to speed with the state of the art of academic research and technology in the industry.
  • Transfers technologies and solutions to Volkswagen Group.

Software Testing and Evaluation

  • Integrates new software modules into the framework.
  • Tests developed modules in the prototype (unit tests, integration tests, in-vehicle/field tests, etc.).
  • Analyzes and evaluates conducted tests.

Process Documentation

  • Develops technical specifications and documentation.

Qualification requirements

Qualifications

  • 5+ years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and related work experience)

Education

Required

  • Master’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

Desired

  • PhD.

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Moral Responsibility
  • Sense of Responsibility
  • Customer Centricity
  • Curiosity
  • Complexity Management

Compensation Data

In the Silicon Valley, the salary range for this role will be $165,000 - $190,000, depending on education and years of relevant experience. Salary is determined by geographical location and adjusted accordingly. Other benefits for this position include:

 

·       Eligibility for annual performance bonus

·       Healthcare benefits

·       401(k), with company match

·       Defined contribution retirement program.

·       Tuition reimbursement

·       Company lease car program

·       Paid time off

 

 

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

 

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

 

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job ID:  19591
Company:  Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Location: 

Belmont, CA, US, 94002

Department:  Research and Development
Career Level:  Professionals
Working Model:  Full-time
Contract Type:  Unlimited
Remote Working:  Up to 40%
Posting Date:  Dec 2, 2025

Join the New Volkswagen team.

If you aspire to be part of the mobility of the future, Volkswagen is for you. We are the ideal match for people with a passion for innovation, oriented to achieve sustainable results, and who can work in a team generating positive and collaborative work environments. Here is your next challenge.

Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc., an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWoA) is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VWoA’s operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state of-the art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Support

For more information contact: 

Chattanooga Operations Production: vwjobs@vw.com

All Others: vwgroupcareers@vw.com

 

 


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