Systems Engineer - Human Machine Interface (HMI)

About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers and major programs across the Department of Defense trust Applied Intuition's solutions to deliver vehicle intelligence. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor, MI, London, Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com.

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. (Note: For EpiSci job openings, fully remote work will be considered by exception.)

Meet Our Systems Engineers!

Our systems engineers provide definition and structure to the challenging nature of developing safe, reliable autonomous systems. They are involved in every step of the development process, from conceptualization to deployment. Hear from some of our system engineers to learn what brought them to Applied Intuition and what’s kept them here.

About The Role

We are seeking a Systems Engineer specializing in Human Machine Interface (HMI) or Infotainment Systems to join our Vehicle OS team. In this role, you will design and architect advanced infotainment systems that deliver seamless user experiences across touchscreens, voice interfaces, gesture controls, and augmented reality displays. You will work at the intersection of systems architecture, user experience design, and real-time embedded software to create scalable, responsive, and safety-compliant HMI solutions for our software-defined vehicle (SDV) platform.

At Applied Intuition, You Will:

• Design end-to-end HMI system architectures that support multi-modal interfaces including touch, voice, gesture, and gaze-based interactions across multiple display surfaces
• Develop graphics rendering pipelines and display management systems optimized for automotive-grade SoCs with real-time performance constraints
• Collaborate with UX/UI teams to translate user experience requirements into system-level technical specifications and performance targets
• Work closely with middleware architects to integrate HMI services with POSIX-based embedded systems and AUTOSAR Adaptive platforms
• Define data flow architectures that enable seamless integration between infotainment systems and vehicle telemetry, navigation, and ADAS data streams
• Implement robust resource management strategies for GPU, memory, and compute resources to support concurrent multimedia, navigation, and connectivity applications
• Develop testing frameworks and validation procedures for HMI systems, including user acceptance testing, performance benchmarking, and hardware-in-the-loop validation
• Create comprehensive system documentation, interface specifications, and traceability matrices to support integration with OEM-specific customizations

We'Re Looking For Someone Who Has:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in embedded systems engineering with focus on graphics, multimedia, or human-machine interface systems, preferably in automotive or consumer electronics
• Hands-on experience developing infotainment systems for automotive OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
• Experience with embedded Linux, Android Automotive OS, QNX, or similar real-time operating systems for multimedia applications
• Knowledge of automotive infotainment standards (Android Automotive or AUTOSAR Adaptive) and integration patterns
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet) and their role in vehicle data integration
• Experience with touch controller integration, input event handling, and multi-touch gesture recognition systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to optimize system performance under resource constraints

Nice To Have:

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools like Cameo MagicDraw for system architecture documentation
• Knowledge of voice recognition, natural language processing, and conversational AI integration in automotive contexts
• Experience with cloud connectivity, over-the-air content delivery, and edge computing for infotainment services
• Background in user research, usability testing, and human factors engineering for automotive interfaces
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design principles for automotive HMI systems

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $118,000 - $230,000 USD annually. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.