Staff Software Engineer, Testing

We are CARIAD, an automotive software development team with the Volkswagen Group. Our mission is to make the automotive experience safer, more sustainable, more comfortable, more digital, and more fun. To achieve that we are building the leading tech stack for the automotive industry and creating a unified software platform for over 10 million new vehicles per year. We’re looking for talented, digital minds like you to help us create code that moves the world. Together with you, we’ll build outstanding digital experiences and products for all Volkswagen Group brands that will transform mobility. Join us as we shape the future of the car and everyone around it.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a Staff Software Test Engineer, to design, implement, and test embedded software for Cariad’s automotive infotainment platform software. The ideal candidate is a high achiever who thrives on exploring uncharted territories, challenging the status quo, and championing new ideas. As a member of CARIAD’s technical team, you will also interface with multiple stakeholders of VW Group’s technical team members.   

Role Responsibilities:

• Automated Test Script Development 
  • Architect and develop automation test scripts for embedded applications
  • Create automated script package
  • Create and maintain docker for automation execution
  • Create test automation execution pipelines for CI/CD 
• Test Execution and Test Result Management 
  • Perform test execution for functional, performance
  • Define and execute stress testing for embedded applications
  • Review and publish test result 
• Test Planning and Test Management 
  • Develop and maintain test plan 
  • Manage test case management system 
  • Create and update test execution plan
  • Automate test planning and test execution plan
  • Debug and resolve bugs with development team
• Software Test Pipeline Development  
  • Define and implement automate software test pipeline 
  • Integrate test pipelines in development workflow
• Collaboration and Communication  
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including software, hardware, and program management teams.  
  • Communicate project status, technical challenges, and solutions in a clear and concise manner. 

General Skills:

• Analytical and debugging skills. 
• Effective written and oral communication skills. 
• Experience in project and technical leadership. 
• Ability to lead technical meetings and provide feedback. 
• Collaborate and work with multiple teams across geographies and time zones. 

Required Specialized Skills:

• Experience with automotive communication protocol CAN, DOIP, Ethernet
• Experience with automotive application protocol UDS, SomeIP
• Experience with interface communication protocols USB, UART, SPI, I2C
• Experience with networking tools CANoe, PCAN, Wireshark, PacketSender
• Experience with Android CTS testing and Monkey testing
• Expert in designing automation framework with data analytics 
• Expert in test management tool such as TestRail, Xray
• Expert in developing system/subsystem test plans and reports

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Yocto Linux
• Experience with ISO 26262 or other safety standard testing 
• Experience with log analysis for anomaly detection
• Experience using Generative AI or Large Language Models (LLM) to improve software test efficiency and quality

Workplace Flexibility:

• Calls, (virtual) meetings & workshops (overlapping with German/US business hours as needed) to align with leadership, development teams and partners. 
• Occasional international and domestic travel to provide on-site support and planning/integration workshops with our internal and external stakeholders. 

Years of Relevant Experience:

• 8+ years working as a Software Validation, System Test Lead
• 8+ years experience in Python Pytest 
• 8+ years experience with Embedded Linux, Android application testing
• 4+ years experience in automation framework development
• 4+ years experience with Docker Container, Jenkins