At Wayve, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and respectful culture that values the unique skills and perspectives of every individual, regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy or related conditions. We believe that diversity enriches our work environment and drives innovation.About UsFounded in 2017, Wayve is at the forefront of Embodied AI technology development. Our cutting-edge AI software and foundational models empower vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate complex environments, significantly enhancing the usability and safety of automated driving systems.Our vision is to usher in a new era of autonomy that advances global progress. We create intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI products tailored for automakers, facilitating the transition from assisted to fully automated driving. In our dynamic environment, we thrive on tackling significant challenges—we embrace uncertainty and leverage complex problems to discover innovative solutions. Committed to excellence, we continuously learn and evolve to pave the way for a smarter and safer future.At Wayve, your contributions are valued. We embrace diversity, welcome new perspectives, and cultivate an inclusive workplace where team members support one another in making a meaningful impact.Join Wayve and make your career-defining experience!The RoleWe are seeking an outstanding technical leader to establish and lead our new Application Engineer team in Japan. This high-impact, self-sufficient team will focus on localizing and advancing our autonomous driving technology for the Japanese market. This is a rare opportunity to influence Wayve's autonomous vehicle capabilities in Japan from the ground up.You will guide a small yet formidable team of engineers specializing in robotics, machine learning, and systems integration. Your role will involve driving the development of autonomy features tailored to Japan's unique road infrastructure, driving behaviors, and regulatory requirements, ensuring that our AV stack operates safely and effectively in this distinctive environment.Given the geographical and time zone distance from our London headquarters, your team will operate autonomously. We are looking for someone who thrives in self-directed, startup-like settings, capable of establishing a vision, executing rapidly, and making sound decisions independently while remaining aligned with global engineering initiatives.
Feb 20, 2026
