Software Test Engineering – AVIP Diagnostics QA

General Motors; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Markham is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join their Autonomous Vehicle Integrity Platform Diagnostics QA team. This hybrid role involves developing and executing test plans for ADAS software. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field, proficiency in programming languages like Python, and experience in embedded software testing. Comprehensive benefits, including paid time off and healthcare, are offered. This position does not provide immigration sponsorship.

Benefits

Paid time off including vacation days

Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance plans

Defined Contribution Pension plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of embedded software development and test experience in C and C++.
• Solid knowledge of software testing methodologies and tools.
• Technical knowledge of ADAS system software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for software features.
• Investigate issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineers in architecting requirements.

Skills

Embedded software development

Software testing methodologies

Test automation framework

Python programming

Problem-solving skills

Organization and time management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering

Tools

GitHub

Jenkins

Jira

Robot framework

Matlab/Simulink

Job description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) three times per week at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business.

General Motors is transforming the future of mobility – and the Canadian Technical Centre (CTC) is at the forefront of that transformation. We are a diverse team of agile and innovative thought leaders who are passionate about developing key technologies and products that will help achieve GM’s vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion.

CTC has a proven track record of taking technologies from concept to production in both automotive and non-automotive areas. Our success is propelled by our talented people and our deep technical knowledge in domains like infotainment software, diagnostics, data analytics, AI, and mechatronic controls. If you want to work with an inclusive and collaborative team that’s striving to change the world for the better, we invite you to join us.

As part of Software Test Engineering for Autonomous Vehicle Integrity Platform (AVIP) Diagnostics QA team, you will be part of fast-paced, agile teams building software and innovative solutions in the ADAS and Autonomous domain. Software Test Engineering ensures applications meet GM software and feature standards for functional, system, quality, performance and architecture requirements. Ability to drive advanced levels of test planning, execution and quality reporting of software applications through engagement with software developers, system stakeholders, and sustaining/integration groups. This includes the creation and implementation of both automated and manual test cases and test execution plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts (unit, bench, and in-vehicle as needed) for new and existing software features
• Investigate issues and drive continuous improvement of processes, products, methodologies, and innovation
• Collaborate with Software and Systems Engineers in architecting requirements, and design reviews
• Create test cases that can be executed manually when necessary, but designed and optimized to be automated; ability to write accompanying automation scripts using industry-standard tools and coding methodology
• Execute manual and automated tests, troubleshoot script and test environment issues, triage and log defects, and track progress to plan.
• Review test plans, test cases, and automation scripts designed by others and provide insightful feedback/assistance
• Average travel requirements of 2-3 weeks a year, including travel to the US

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields
• 3+ years of embedded software development and test experience in C and C++
• Solid knowledge of software testing methodologies and tools
• Technical knowledge of ADAS system software
• Proficiency in Python programming and other languages (e.g. Matlab/Simulink)
• Strong experience with test automation framework (e.g. Robot framework)
• Ability to investigate issues based on limited information
• Creative, disciplined, strong sense of responsibility
• Organizational and time management skills with a high attention to details
• Experience with GitHub, Gerrit, Jenkins, Jira, and Atlassian tool chains
• Must be legally allowed to work in Canada

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of major automotive vehicle systems such as Advanced Driver-Assistance (ADAS), Motion Control, Automotive Network, and Powertrain and their associated Diagnostics
• Experience with OBDII, ISO26262 functional safety control systems and ISO14229
• Experience with Machine/Deep Learning algorithms
• Exposure to sensors – cameras, radars, LiDARs, ultrasonics, IMUs
• Exposure to GPU computing
• Exposure to Automotive Platforms (Ethernet/CAN/LIN, AUTOSAR)
• Knowledge of vehicle architectures, serial data communication, and hardware/software interfaces.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILLNEED 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.