Automotive Software Validation Engineer

Alten; Pune District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alten in Pune, India is seeking an Automotive Infotainment Software Validation Engineer with hands-on experience in manual and automated testing of infotainment ECUs. The role requires expertise in grey-box testing, test case development, Python/CAPL scripting, and ECU flashing.

You will validate infotainment features such as Bluetooth, Tuner, Media, Android Auto, CarPlay, Navigation, VR, and RVC, and work with CAN/LIN/UDS protocols using CANoe/CANalyzer tools.

Qualifications

• Hands-on validation experience for automotive infotainment systems.
• Experience in design verification plans and test case development.
• Proficiency with Python and CAPL for automation and testing.
• Knowledge of CAN/LIN/UDS protocols and related diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute automated and manual DVPs.
• Develop test plans and cases based on software requirements.
• Perform grey-box testing and automation for infotainment ECUs.
• Validate infotainment features (Bluetooth, Media, Android Auto, CarPlay, Navigation, VR, RVC).
• Develop automated test cases using Python and CAPL.
• Flash ECUs with latest builds and perform smoke testing.
• Validate CAN/LIN/UDS communications and use CANoe/CANalyzer/PEAK CAN.

Skills

Automotive infotainment validation

Infotainment ECU automation

Grey-box testing

Test design & execution

Python scripting

CAPL scripting

CAN / LIN / UDS protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics/CS/IT

Master's degree in Electronics/CS/IT

Tools

CANoe

CANalyzer

PEAK CAN

Trace32

Segger

J-Link

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for an Automotive Infotainment Software Validation Engineer with hands-on experience in manual and automated testing of automotive infotainment ECUs. The candidate should have strong knowledge of grey-box testing, test case development, Python/CAPL scripting, automotive communication protocols, ECU flashing, and infotainment feature validation.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and execute automated and manual Design Verification Plans (DVPs).
• Develop test plans, test cases, and positive/negative test scenarios based on software requirements.
• Perform grey-box testing and automation for automotive infotainment ECUs.
• Validate infotainment features, including Bluetooth, Tuner, Media, USB, Wi-Fi, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Navigation, Voice Recognition (VR), Rear View Camera (RVC), and software updates.
• Develop automated test cases using Python and CAPL scripting.
• Flash ECUs with the latest software builds and perform smoke testing.
• Validate automotive communication protocols, including CAN, LIN, and UDS.
• Use CANoe, CANalyzer, PEAK CAN, and related tools for communication analysis and signal measurement.
• Debug software and hardware-related issues using tools such as Trace32, Segger, and J-Link.
• Design, build, and bring up test setups and test infrastructure.
• Log defects using bug-tracking tools and monitor their progress until closure.
• Perform peer reviews and collaborate with team members to resolve technical issues.
• Ensure testing activities comply with project plans, requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Coordinate with team leaders and cross-functional teams to identify issues and improvement opportunities.

Primary Skills

• Automotive Infotainment Validation
• Automotive Software Validation
• Grey-Box Testing
• Infotainment ECU Test Automation
• Manual and Automated Testing
• Test Case Design and Execution
• DVP Creation and Execution
• Python and CAPL Scripting
• CAN / LIN / UDS Protocols
• ECU Flashing and Smoke Testing
• Requirement-Based Testing
• Infotainment Feature Validation

Secondary Skills

• Bluetooth / Wi-Fi / USB / Media / Tuner
• Android Auto / Apple CarPlay
• Navigation / Voice Recognition / RVC
• CANoe / CANalyzer / PEAK CAN
• Trace32 / J-Link / Segger
• DOORS / JIRA / ETM
• Git / Gerrit / SVN
• Linux
• ASPICE / ISTQB
• Bug Tracking and Peer Reviews
• Test Setup and Infrastructure
• ECU Diagnostics and Software Updates

Required Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of automotive infotainment systems and validation processes.
• Mandatory hands-on experience in grey-box testing and infotainment ECU automation.
• Good understanding of software requirements and requirement-based testing.
• Experience creating and executing test cases and test plans.
• Hands-on experience in Python and CAPL scripting for test automation.
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and UDS.
• Experience with ECU flashing, diagnostic tools, and debugging tools.
• Familiarity with configuration management, requirements management, revision control, and issue-tracking tools.
• Knowledge of different testing techniques and test infrastructure setup.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Linux and ASPICE.
• ISTQB certification is an advantage.
• Interest in emerging automotive technologies and infotainment systems.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related engineering discipline.

Expected Competencies

• Strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Good written and verbal communication in English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Proactive, goal-oriented approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.