Michael Vernau

Michael Vernau is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in autonomy development and testing. Currently serving as a Staff Test Engineer at Latitude AI since February 2023, Michael focuses on developing testing processes, collaborating on autonomy behavior requirements, and creating functional safety sets. Prior to this role, Michael held the position of Senior Test Engineer at Argo AI, where responsibilities included managing a team, creating complex test plans, and executing extensive software testing operations. Michael's career also encompasses roles at Uber and Schlumberger, highlighting skills in team management, operations optimization, and technical training. Michael earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Penn State University in 2008.