Autonomous Driving Test Delivery Engineer

ALTEN; Sankt Gallen; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Training and development

Job summary

ALTEN Switzerland is seeking an Autonomous Driving Test Delivery Engineer to lead test activities for medium‑voltage systems, ensuring compliance with international standards and coordinating across engineering teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing of autonomous driving features, HMI validation, and cloud-based systems, with a focus on safety, documentation, and continuous improvement. Fluency in German (Switzerland) or English is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Vehicle Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Electronics, or related discipline.
• Solid understanding of Linux/Unix environments and proficiency in C/C++ or Python.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills; able to manage pressure and collaborate within a team.
• Extensive experience in software testing and quality management; background in autonomous driving or ADAS testing is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead autonomous driving tests on open roads and develop test plans per project requirements.
• Monitor, document, and track issues; drive root-cause analysis and propose improvements.
• Conduct end-to-end validation of autonomous driving HMI features, ride-hailing functionalities, and cloud-based systems.
• Design test strategies, ensure high-quality execution, and prepare comprehensive test reports.

Skills

Linux/Unix

C/C++/Python

Software testing

ADAS testing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Within 30 years, ALTEN has become leader in both outsourced Engineering and IT Enterprise Services. ALTEN, composed of 54,000 engineers, carries out complex and highly technical projects throughout the value chain of 6,500 clients, the most prestigious companies in all sectors of industry, services and telecommunications. We work with key actors in the Aeronautics & Space, Defence & Naval, Security, Automotive, Rail, Energy, Life Sciences, Finance, Retail, Telecommunications and Services sectors.

Since 2005, with 450 current employees, ALTEN Switzerland is a reference partner in providing Engineering services to 100 world leading companies. ALTEN Switzerland’s activities cover all the main strategical areas of the Swiss market in Life Sciences, Engineering & IT Services.

Join ALTEN Switzerland as a Autonomous Driving Test Delivery Engineer and take the lead in product compliance and certification projects for medium‑voltage systems, driving technical excellence across international standards and cross‑functional engineering teams.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead autonomous driving tests on open roads and develop safe, efficient, and well‑structured test plans according to project requirements.
• Apply strong knowledge of autonomous driving and vehicle dynamics to monitor, document, and track issues identified during testing; proactively drive root‑cause analysis and propose practical improvement solutions.
• Utilize expertise in software testing methods and workflows to conduct end‑to‑end validation of autonomous driving HMI features, ride‑hailing functionalities, and cloud‑based systems.
• Design specialized test strategies, ensure high‑quality test execution, and prepare clear, comprehensive test reports.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Vehicle Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Electronics, or a related discipline.
• Solid understanding of Linux/Unix environments and proficiency in at least one programming language such as C, C++, or Python.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills; able to manage pressure, work responsibly and methodically, show initiative, and collaborate effectively within a team.
• Extensive experience in software testing and quality management; background in autonomous driving or ADAS testing is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in everyday communication in German (Switzerland) or English (UK) is preferred.
• Familiarity with local traffic laws, possession of a valid driver’s license, and substantial local living experience are considered strong pluses.

What we offer you

At ALTEN, you benefit from a permanent contract, access to cutting‑edge projects with top‑tier clients and opportunities for both national and international growth. We support your development with certified trainings in technical and soft skills.

Position managed by ALTEN Switzerland AG.