Software Quality Assurance (Virtual Test HIL/SIL) Engineering

General Motors; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Canada is seeking a Software Quality Assurance Developer responsible for developing and executing test strategies in a hybrid working environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Computer Science, a minimum of 3 years' experience in embedded software QA, and strong debugging skills. Applicants should be independently motivated and able to collaborate across teams to ensure quality in the next generation of vehicles. The compensation ranges from $90,600 to $136,400, depending on qualifications.

Benefits

Paid time off including vacation

Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance plans

Defined Contribution Pension plan

GM Vehicle Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of embedded software QA experience.
• Experience with automotive software standards and test procedures.
• Strong ability to manage time and meet deliverable timelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex test strategies and tools.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers.
• Design and execute testing scenarios in a virtual tools environment.

Skills

Debugging C code

Test-Driven Development (TDD)

Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)

Good communication skills

Independently motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Rational Rhapsody

Git Ecosystem

Job description

Vacancy Status:

This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications.

AI Disclosure:

As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role

Hybrid

This position is classified as a Hybrid position, meaning the successful candidate will work at our Markham and/or Oshawa office three (3) days per week.

The Role:

Vehicle Mechatronics Embedded Controls (VMEC) is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying the embedded controls and software for all vehicle systems and components that manage vehicle motion, vehicle access, vision & visibility and occupant position, protection, and comfort.

The successful candidate will join Agile Scrum teams of approximately 10 members, responsible for developing Body Controls software & controls for all GM vehicles produced globally! Our Scrum teams work in an Agile framework and are responsible for Requirements, Software Development, and Testing & Verification. The primary role of the successful candidate will be Software Development and Test. Our team is collaborative, has a strong Agile culture, and will afford you the opportunity to work as part of a fun group whose product spans the entire GM portfolio!

Work as part of an Agile Scrum team that develops embedded automotive control systems. This req has multiple positions available in various areas of body controls such as lighting, vehicle access, closures, etc. The successful candidate will have further discussion during the interview process to determine exact placement based on business needs and skillset of the candidate.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• As a Software Quality Assurance Developer, you will develop complex test strategies and tools across multiple levels of the Test Pyramid, and work with Software Architects/Developers and Test Architects to understand and implement highly comprehensive testing designs using Virtual tools and simulated environments.

• Collaborate with Product Managers, Developers and other test teams, using methods like Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) to create and implement testing for GM’s next generation of EV and ICE vehicles.

• You’ll be required to design, implement and execute complex testing scenarios in a Virtual Tools environment, and configure tests to execute in nightly build environments.

• Understand upstream tests (such as Software Unit Test) and downstream tests (such as vehicle-level validation) and create Virtual test plans that integrated and add value between these layers.

• Participate in the Agile Team and Agile ceremonies as required

• Interface with GM internal teams – Calibrators, Vehicle Integration Teams, etc.

• Utilize debugging tools to rapidly identify test execution issues, root cause and resolve defects.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Software, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience

• Experience with debugging C code and/or Rational Rhapsody

• Minimum 3 years of embedded software QA experience, including experience on SIL/HIL or other virtual environments

• Prior working experience with automotive software standards, test procedures and build processes

• Through knowledge of the communication protocols, CAN/LIN/Ethernet.

• Demonstrated experience in Continuous Integration environments (nightly builds, etc)

• Individually motivated; Scrum Team members are expected to pursue their goals with a high degree of independence and motivation

• Strong communication and an ability to translate technical findings into actionable insights is required. Cross-functional coordination with other scrums will be required (e.g., calibration, integration, system validation) as you will work as part of a geographically dispersed team.

• Ability to manage time and meet deliverable timing is critical

What will give you a competitive edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with software configuration management processes and tools (e.g. Git Ecosystem) preferred

• Experience in deciphering Ethernet, CAN and LIN Logs.

• Experience in utilizing debugging tools like Lauterbach.

• Familiarity with ASIL requirements, ISO 26262, or functional safety testing.

• Prior experience working in Agile / Scrum / SAFe is an asset, but not required

• Experience in any of the domains noted an asset but not required (vehicle access, occupant position, protection, vision & visibility, and comfort/HVAC)

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $90,600 to $136,400. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.

• Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.

• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.

• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.

• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.