Software Test Engineer - SDET at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Testing, Test Automation, Python, ECU Flashing, Automotive Communication Protocols, Jira, Log Analysis, Debugging, Collaboration, Defect Management, Diagnostic Tools, User-Level Telemetry, CAN Logs, OTA Software Updates, Test Management, Programming

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Support OTA Software Validation: Assist in the end-to-end validation of Over-The-Air (OTA) software upgrades, including testing the creation and deployment of software updates to ensure proper functionality. In-Vehicle Flashing & Update Support: Perform and assist with ECU flashing and software updates using various methods, including OTA, wired connections, and USB, within vehicle environments. Module Testing Execution: Execute established test plans for stress, functional, feature, and core hotfix testing on various vehicle modules, contributing to timely validation cycles. Component Validation: Participate in the validation of OTA updates for specific vehicle ECUs. Test Management & Reporting: Follow established test strategies and plans, manage test cases, and log defects accurately using tools like Jira. Log Analysis & Debugging Support: Capture User-Level Telemetry (ULT) and CAN logs, and assist in identifying the root cause of OTA-related issues. Test Automation Contribution: Develop and maintain test automation scripts using programming languages such as Python, ECU Test, and other relevant frameworks to improve testing efficiency. Protocol Learning & Application: Develop a working knowledge of automotive communication protocols, including UDS, Diagnostics over CAN (Diag over CAN), DoIP, CAN, and LIN, applying them during testing and diagnosis. Diagnostic Tool Usage: Utilize Diagnostic Engineering Tools (DET) for CAN flashing, analyze logs with CANoe/CANalyzer, and learn in-vehicle recovery techniques for modules. Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate effectively with engineering teams, suppliers, Product Owners, and Feature Owners to understand requirements and address identified issues. Defect Management Participation: Participate in defect status and review meetings, providing updates on assigned issues. Tool Familiarity: Utilize issue management, defect management, and version control tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub) in day-to-day work. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. 3+ years of experience in software testing or development (e.g., internships, academic projects or professional), preferably in an automotive context. Experience executing various types of testing (functional, feature) on software modules. Ability to capture and analyze logs, such as CAN logs. Basic programming skills, preferably in Python, and an interest in test automation. Familiarity with issue tracking and version control tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub). Familiarity with OTA (Over-The-Air) software update processes is a plus. Hands-on experience with ECU flashing or similar embedded system updates is desirable.

Responsibilities

The Software Test Engineer will support the validation of Over-The-Air (OTA) software upgrades and perform ECU flashing and software updates. They will execute test plans for various vehicle modules and manage test cases while collaborating with engineering teams and suppliers.