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Robert Bosch Venture Capital

Venture capital funding deep tech startups

Head of Autonomous Driving Technology & AI Development

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$290k - $400k+ Annual bonus
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Master's, PhD
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
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Engineering ManagementEngineering Leadership

About the job

Requirements
  • A Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • A proven track record leading complex software projects from concept to production in the ADAS domain over the last five years is required.
  • Deep understanding of cloud-based infrastructure and platforms, including AWS, Azure, or GCP, is required.
  • Experience with data lifecycle management, including data acquisition, processing, and storage, is required.
  • Proficiency in C++, Python, and other relevant programming languages is required.
  • Experience with ADAS system architecture and development, specifically for L2+ and L3 autonomy, is required.
  • Experience managing large, geographically dispersed teams is required.
  • Familiarity with automotive industry standards and regulations is required.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with senior management and external stakeholders are required.
Responsibilities
  • Define and execute the North American ADAS technology roadmap aligned with global strategy and customer needs, including ownership of architectural vision, technology selection, and development processes.
  • Foster innovation and evaluate emerging technologies, concepts, algorithms, and hardware to enhance ADAS offerings.
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of engineers; allocate resources, manage performance, and acquire talent.
  • Collaborate with global ADAS engineering, product management, and research teams to ensure alignment and leverage regional synergies.
  • Build and lead a global team of stakeholders and contributors to define data lifecycle and business processes for continuous development and deployment of machine-learning-based ADAS systems.
  • Oversee the ADAS system delivery ecosystem, including data acquisition, processing, model training, testing, validation, and deployment.
  • Integrate AI models into the broader ADAS software architecture and contribute to platform strategy.
  • Implement software development and DevOps practices, including continuous integration and continuous delivery, Agile, Domain-Driven Design, and Data-Driven Design, within the multi-customer development lifecycle.
  • Monitor emerging AI and machine-learning trends and adapt the ecosystem accordingly.
  • Build and maintain relationships with automotive customers and partners to understand needs and shape product development.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least 10 years of software engineering experience focused on embedded systems, automotive, or robotics, with significant experience in data-driven software development including machine learning and artificial intelligence.
  • Leadership experience with large, heterogeneous global project teams, including engineers, product and project managers, and financial staff such as controllers.
  • Comfort interacting with C-suite management to develop an overall vision and implementation approach.
  • Knowledge of technologies enabling automated driving and the automotive industry.
  • Ability to adapt to new business challenges and translate them into cloud-based architecture solutions for a global, multi-customer landscape.

About the company

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Robert Bosch Venture Capital

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RBVC (Robert Bosch Venture Capital) is a global venture capital firm that backs early-stage deep tech startups in areas like energy efficiency, medical devices, and virtual/augmented reality. It supports companies with funding and access to Bosch’s network and resources to help them scale and bring innovations to market. Unlike traditional VCs, RBVC may purchase solutions for a proof-of-concept while allowing startups to keep their intellectual property, which speeds up development and lowers upfront costs. The firm earns money through equity investments and the eventual success of its portfolio. RBVC’s goal is to accelerate technological advances across multiple industries by connecting startups with Bosch’s ecosystem, customers (from medical centers to data centers), and global reach.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$3.8B

Headquarters

Frankfurt, Germany

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • Quantum Motion raised $160 million in May 2026 with Bosch Ventures participating.
  • Qdrant closed a $50 million Series B in March 2026, signaling strong AI infrastructure demand.
  • Nauta named Bosch Ventures a lead investor in August 2026, expanding industrial AI reach.

What critics are saying

  • Bosch Mobility announced 13,000 cuts in 2025 and more restructurings through 2027.
  • Bosch closed France's Moulins-Yzeure plant in 2026, showing pressure on industrial cash generation.
  • If Bosch's margin recovery fails, corporate venture budgets face direct contraction by 2027.

What makes Robert Bosch Venture Capital unique

  • Bosch Ventures launched Fund VI in May 2025, committing about €250 million globally.
  • It buys Bosch proof-of-concept access while startups keep IP, accelerating enterprise adoption.
  • Its portfolio spans mobility, AI, quantum, and energy, with 60-plus active investments.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Wellness Program

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