Senior System Test Automation Engineer

Sonatus, Inc.; Toronto; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonatus, Inc. is seeking an experienced System Test Engineer in Ontario, Canada. The role focuses on AI testing for automotive systems, requiring strong skills in software validation. Candidates should hold a degree in Computer Science or Engineering with several years of experience in system testing and AI fundamentals. Join a fast-paced, innovative team dedicated to transforming the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in embedded software or automotive industry.
• Familiarity with cloud platform quality assurance.
• Strong experience in testing OTA functionalities.

Responsibilities

• Define testing strategies for AI-driven embedded systems.
• Develop and execute test plans with automation and manual testing.
• Track activities and escalations to project management.

Skills

Proficient in test methodologies

AI fundamentals

E2E testing

Developing Python scripts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

JIRA

Jenkins

Linux

PyTest

Job description

Sonatus is a well-funded, fast-paced, and rapidly growing company whose software products and solutions help automakers build dynamic software-defined vehicles. With over four million vehicles already on the road with top global OEM brands, our vehicle and cloud software solutions are at the forefront of automotive digital transformation. The Sonatus team is a talented and diverse collection of technology and automotive specialists hailing from many of the most prominent companies in their respective industries.

Sonatus is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with international locations in Ireland, France, Germany, Poland, Korea, China, India, Taiwan, and Japan. This is a remote position within Ontario, Canada.

The Opportunity:

Sonatus is looking for an experienced System Test Engineer with deep expertise in AI testing to lead quality efforts across AI-driven embedded and cloud-connected systems. This role centers on validating AI model deployment, monitoring, and automation within innovative automotive and cloud environments.

Role and Responsibility:

• Collaborate with diverse teams to define testing strategies for challenging and innovative projects.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans using a combination of automation and manual testing.
• Triage integration issues, replicate problems, and assist in identifying root causes and solutions.
• Escalate potential issues (Software, Hardware, Resources) to the Project Manager/Executive team.
• Track testing activities, ensuring clear alignment across key stakeholders
• Identify areas for improvement in test coverage and methodology, providing valuable suggestions.
• Act as the gatekeeper for each release, representing the voice of customers and providing constructive feedback.
• Work with the development team to orchestrate AI model deployment and monitoring

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree (MS preferred) in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or other related fields is required.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in embedded software in data centers, networking, security, cloud services, or the automotive industry.
• Proficient in test methodologies with experience in system-level testing of physical devices.
• Familiarity with the Linux command line and proficiency in shell scripting.
• Familiarity with Quality Assurance for the Cloud Platform developed on private and public Cloud Infrastructure.
• Strong expertise in AI fundamentals, neural networks, and model deployment
• Strong experience in E2E testing of cloud-controlled / monitored embedded products.
• Strong experience in testing OTA / FOTA functionalities.
• Review and challenge product requirements, design, and functional specifications.
• Proficient in developing, reviewing, and modifying Python scripts to enhance test coverage.
• Experience with designing and implementing test tools for AIML automation and deployment
• Familiarity with common test frameworks such as PyTest, Playwright, Behave, or similar.
• Familiarity with test tools like Vector CANoe, VehicleSpy, PEAK, Spirent, IXIA, or similar products is a plus
• Proficiency in JIRA, Jenkins, or similar tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Sonatus is a fast-paced and innovative company and are seeking team members who are passionate about making a difference. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we highly encourage you to apply.

To all recruitment agencies: Sonatus, Inc. ("Sonatus") does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Sonatus' employees. Sonatus is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited activities.

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