Software Development Engineer in Test - Embedded Systems at Ford Global Career Site

Palo Alto, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Python, C/C++, Embedded Systems, Automotive Testing, Automation, HIL Test Benches, Debugging, Automotive Communication Protocols, Verification & Validation, Test Automation, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Electrical Wiring, Signal Conditioning, Data Acquisition, ISO 26262

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Design, build, and maintain comprehensive automotive system-level test benches, ensuring their seamless integration of hardware and software components for reliable and scalable test environments, with a strong emphasis on Python-driven automation. Develop comprehensive verification and validation plans, test plans, test cases, and test scripts to rigorously validate functional, non-functional, performance, safety, and regression aspects of automotive software systems and components. Execute test cases and test scripts, leveraging advanced Python automation to enhance testing efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability across various testing phases. Collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams, including software developers, controls engineers, and systems engineers, to: Review requirements for completeness, testability, and provide critical feedback on system architecture and design. Derive detailed test scenarios from requirements, use cases, and system design analysis. Define and implement effective Verification & Validation (V&V) strategies. Work in tandem with development teams to troubleshoot, debug, and lead root cause analysis for issues, confirming fixes and implementing preventative measures against future regressions. Participate in code reviews, providing expert feedback on testability, maintainability, and opportunities for automation. Contribute significantly to the continuous improvement of testing processes, methodologies, and best practices, championing automation and efficiency gains. Lead and mentor junior engineers, providing guidance and support in V&V methodologies, test automation best practices, and Python development. Prepare and present detailed reports on verification activities, test results, and system quality to stakeholders across the organization. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Minimum of 8 years of experience in software testing with embedded systems in the automotive industry Experience on Electric Vehicle. Expertise in programming skills in Python, C/C++ or other relevant languages used in embedded software development and verification. Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks such as Pytest, Slash, Jenkins, Robot Framework, or similar. Experience with automotive HIL test benches, particularly with dSPACE, Vector VT, or similar platforms Strong ability to debug automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, Ethernet, LIN, FlexRay) Previous Experience in a mentorship or leadership role Experience with automotive diagnostic tools and testing environments. Working knowledge of IDLs such as DBC, LDF, ARXML, and work with internally IDLs and frameworks Experience with automotive standards and regulations such as ISO 26262. Knowledge of sensing and measurement principles, including analog and digital sensors, signal conditioning, and data acquisition techniques. Experience with electrical wiring, circuit building, and troubleshooting, with the ability to read and create basic electrical schematics. Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices. Experience work on an Electric Vehicle program For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP4 Visa sponsorship is available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Design and maintain automotive system-level test benches, focusing on hardware and software integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive verification and validation plans.