Automotive Aftermarket Diagnostic Specialist

Bosch Global Software Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Global Software Technologies Pvt Ltd in Bengaluru seeks a hands-on Automotive Diagnostics Engineer to develop and validate diagnostic content for aftermarket tester software. You will work with global engineering teams to map OEM texts, create specifications, and validate coverage across vehicle brands and systems.

The role requires strong knowledge of vehicle subsystems, diagnostic testers, and ability to travel to workshops for on-vehicle testing and data collection.

Qualifications

• Hands-on diagnostics experience in OEM dealerships/workshops.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and ensure roadworthiness.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle subsystems and wiring diagrams.
• Proficient with diverse OEM testers ( VIDA, Xentry, GDS, etc.).
• Able to map OE texts to diagnostic tester software.
• Willingness to travel to workshops for on-vehicle coverage.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on vehicle service, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Develop diagnostic content with hands-on experience.
• Create requirement specs for aftermarket diagnostic tester software.
• Develop end-to-end diagnostic content for engine, EV/Hybrid, ADAS, HVAC.
• Analyze vehicle bus logs using analyzers.
• Simulate automotive systems with simulator tools.
• Design workflow/test sequences using IDEs like BDX or Grade-X.
• Evaluate OE diagnostic data and implement findings.
• On-vehicle validation and test reporting.
• Benchmark and reverse engineer aftermarket testers.
• Review deliverables and provide recommendations.
• Collaborate with global software teams; travel to dealerships as needed.
• Engage in continuous learning and self-development.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Vehicle systems knowledge

CAN/CAN FD/DoIP/UDS/J1939

Tools

VIDA

Xentry

GDS

ADT

SDT-II

DiagBox

HDS

Launch

Autel

G-Scan

Zenith

Job description

• Perform hands-on vehicle service, diagnostics, and troubleshooting in OEM dealerships/workshops
• Develop automotive diagnostic content with minimum 2 years of hands-on experience
• Map ESI standard texts to OEM texts for Automotive Aftersales & Aftermarket diagnostic tester software
• Create requirement specifications for Automotive Aftersales & Aftermarket diagnostic tester software
• Develop end-to-end diagnostic content for all automotive systems including engine management, electric & hybrid systems, brake control, infotainment, ADAS, transmission, HVAC, and airbags
• Analyze vehicle communication bus logs using various analyzers
• Simulate automotive systems using simulator solutions and in conjunction with OE testers
• Design and create workflow or test sequences using IDEs like BDX or Grade-X
• Evaluate OE diagnostic data, derive useful insights, and implement findings in target tester
• Perform on-vehicle validation of implemented diagnostic content and create test reports
• Conduct benchmarking and reverse engineering of aftersales & aftermarket diagnostic testers
• Evaluate coverage of aftermarket tester by performing tests on various vehicle brands and systems across different markets and create test reports
• Review deliverables thoroughly and provide recommendations
• Engage in continuous learning and self-development
• Collaborate closely with software engineering teams and technical experts from global teams
• Travel to workshops and OE dealerships as needed for on-vehicle coverage, tracing, and release testing

Mandatory Qualifications

• Strong vehicle system knowledge, including sub-systems and components
• Proven ability to diagnose and troubleshoot vehicles and make them roadworthy
• Ability to understand OE system descriptions, service & repair manuals
• Ability to independently handle diagnostic testers
• Proficiency with diagnostic testers including VIDA, Xentry, GDS, ADT, SDT-II, DiagBox, HDS, Launch, Autel, G-Scan, and Zenith
• Good knowledge of wiring diagrams and conventions
• Good knowledge of Bosch Aftermarket Diagnostic Tool - ESI [tronic]
• Sound knowledge of CAN, CAN FD, DoIP, UDS, and J1939
• Good knowledge of BDX-Bosch Data Extension
• Experience with analyzer & simulation tools from Vector or Samtec such as HSX and HS+
• Ability to handle various OEM testers

Good to Have

• Knowledge or experience in programming languages