In-Vehicle Smart Cockpit Test Engineer

ThunderSoft; Guyancourt; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ThunderSoft in France is seeking an In-Vehicle Smart Cockpit Test Engineer to support an automotive project for a leading OEM. You will perform vehicle-level testing of IVI and Instrument Cluster in real-vehicle environments.

The role requires hands-on experience with CANoe, CANalyzer, and ASPICE processes, with collaboration across international teams in China and France, and a valid EU driving license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience in automotive testing with OEM or Tier1.
• Hands-on in-vehicle and bench testing.
• Experience with CANoe, CANalyzer, ZLG, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with IVI and Instrument Cluster testing.
• Understanding of telematics, OTA, eCall, and network handovers.
• Knowledge of ASPICE processes.
• Mandarin Chinese is a strong advantage.
• Valid EU driving license and extensive driving experience.
• Ability to work in international cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle-level and bench testing of IVI and Instrument Cluster.
• Verify functional performance and system stability under dynamic driving scenarios.
• Set up test benches and run functional, performance, and stability tests.
• Test IVI and connectivity functions: navigation, multimedia, Bluetooth, voice, HMI.
• Log, reproduce and track defects to resolution and closure.
• Troubleshoot issues and support root-cause analysis.
• Communicate testing progress with teams in China and France.
• Provide updates on testing progress, critical issues and project risks.
• Follow ASPICE-based automotive testing methodologies.

Skills

Automotive testing

In-vehicle testing

Bench testing

CANoe

CANalyzer

ZLG

Diagnostics tools

IVI testing

Instrument Cluster testing

Mandarin Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Vehicle Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, Automation or related field

Tools

CANoe

CANalyzer

ZLG

Diagnostic tools

Job description

The position requires on-site work at the client location.

Initial project duration: until June 2028

Maintenance phase: expected to continue until 2032

About the Company

ThunderSoft is a global provider of operating system technologies, products and solutions, specializing in mobile, AIoT, automotive and enterprise technologies. Founded in the intelligent operating systems sector and publicly listed since 2015, the company has expanded internationally across more than 40 cities worldwide and employs over 15,000 people globally.

About the Role

We are looking for an In-Vehicle Smart Cockpit Test Engineer to support an automotive project for a leading OEM in France.

The role focuses on vehicle-level testing and validation of In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) and Instrument Cluster systems in real-vehicle environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle-level and bench testing of IVI and Instrument Cluster systems.
• Verify functional performance and system stability under various static and dynamic driving scenarios.
• Set up test benches and execute functional, performance, and stability test cases.
• Test key IVI and connectivity functions, including navigation, multimedia, Bluetooth, voice assistant, HMI interactions, telematics, OTA updates, eCall and network handovers.
• Log, reproduce and track defects through to resolution and closure.
• Troubleshoot issues and support root-cause analysis.
• Maintain regular communication with the software team in China and the local French team.
• Provide timely updates on testing progress, critical issues and project risks.
• Follow established automotive testing methodologies and processes, including ASPICE-related activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Vehicle Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, Automation or a related field.
• Previous experience in automotive testing, preferably with an OEM or Tier 1 supplier.
• Hands-on experience with both in-vehicle and bench testing.
• Practical experience with automotive testing tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, ZLG (ZHIYUAN Electronics), diagnostic tools or equivalent.
• Familiarity with IVI and Instrument Cluster testing.
• Understanding of connectivity and vehicle functions such as telematics, OTA, eCall, remote vehicle control and network handovers.
• Familiarity with ASPICE processes.
• Mandarin Chinese is strong advantage.
• Valid EU driving license and extensive driving experience are required.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in an international, cross-functional environment.
• Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.