Platform Test Automation Engineer-1

embIND Embitel Technologies (India) Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Embitel Technologies is seeking a Platform Test Engineer (3–7 years) to work with CARIAD India on automotive software platforms. You will derive test specs, automate end-to-end validation across multiple ECUs, and apply AI-driven approaches to improve coverage and efficiency.

Responsibilities include creating test artifacts, using CANoe/VehicleSpy, and collaborating with Europe and India teams in a multicultural setting. Strong experience in Python and Robot Framework is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in deriving functional and non-functional test specs for automotive platforms.
• N Developer with 3–7 years in SDV/ECU testing and test automation.
• Proficiency with Python and Robot Framework for automation.
• Knowledge of CAN, Ethernet, SOME/IP/DoIP and diagnostics tools.

Responsibilities

• Derive and document functional and non-functional test specifications.
• Automate test scenarios using Python, Robot Framework, and AI-assisted techniques.
• Perform End-to-End system validation across multiple ECUs and subsystems.
• Analyze traces, logs, and network traffic to identify issues.
• Incorporate AI-driven testing methods to optimize test generation and analysis.

Skills

Automotive testing

Test automation

Python

Robot Framework

AI in testing

Education

ISTQB Certification

Tools

CANoe

VehicleSpy

Wireshark

DOORS

Job description

About the Company

Embitel Technologies is a Volkswagen AG (VW) Group Company. VW is a German multinational automotive manufacturing corporation headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VW is one of the world’s largest automaker by sales. VW sold 10.9 million vehicles in 2019. The group comprises of 12 brands from seven European Countries: Volkswagen, Audi, Lamborghini, Porsche, Bugatti, Bentley, Ducati (motorcycles), Skoda, SEAT, Scania, MAN and Volkswagen commercial vehicles.

About CARIAD

The automotive industry is in disruption. As a company, CARIAD is playing a part in multiple large trends at the same time: electrification, automation, and digitalization. The new name builds on changing customer needs. Automotive customers are demanding more comfort, more safety, more sustainability, and more connectivity. With its software platforms and digital features, CARIAD is developing solutions and products that will turn the car into a smart companion to accompany customers into the future with continuous updates and new digital features, even years later. The new company name reflects this zeitgeist: ‘Car, I Am Digital’. The brand profile can be found on its new website https://cariad.technology. Currently, around 4,000 employees are working at CARIAD on the digital transformation of the car. CARIAD is working intensively on the software and technology platform for Premium Platform Electric (PPE). The first vehicles based on PPE will be the electric Porsche Macan and Audi Q6 e-tron. At the core of CARIAD is the development of the unified and scalable software and technology platform E³ 2.0 for all Group brands. E³ stands for ‘end to end electronics architecture’. The new software and technology platform is built from scratch and will be used first at the end of 2024 in Artemis, the lighthouse project of Audi. As of 2026, E³ 2.0 is due to be scaled by the Volkswagen brand with Trinity in the volume segment.

Our Group

CARIAD COE (Centre of Excellence) is setup in Bangalore, India working exclusively with CARIAD and associated VW groups with the focus on development of ‘VW.OS”. The areas of work involve development of platform components such as firmware, boot loaders, AUTOSAR, Linux/QNX BSP, Service oriented architecture-based middleware components.

Job Description

Platform Test Engineer (3 – 7 Years)

Work in a multi-cultural engineering environment with teams across Europe and India. Contribute to the validation of cutting-edge features driving modern Automotive technology megatrends such as Software Defined Vehicles (SDV), High-Performance ECUs, Zonal Architectures, and Car-to-Cloud connectivity. You will be responsible for deriving functional and non-functional test specifications, developing automated test suites, and validating system behavior in End-to-End use cases involving multiple components along the functional chain. The role increasingly leverages AI-powered tools and workflows to enhance test efficiency, traceability, and coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Derive and document functional and non-functional test specifications.
• Automate test scenarios using Python, Robot Framework, and AI-assisted coding tools.
• Perform End-to-End system validation across multiple ECUs and software subsystems.
• Analyze system traces, logs, and communication traffic to detect and diagnose issues.
• Incorporate AI-driven testing methodologies to optimize test generation, trace analysis, and anomaly detection.
• Ability to craft effective AI prompts for generating test scripts, documentation, and analysis reports.
• Use prompt-engineering techniques to interact with AI models for generating test artifacts, summaries, and reports.

Required Skills

• Automotive & Platform-Testing Experience in the Automotive domain, especially in SDV / SW ECU Platforms.
• Good understanding of automotive ECUs and features (Communication protocols, BSW, MCAL, Diag stack etc.).
• Strong expertise in Test Automation with Python and Robot Framework.
• Experience with Linux/Android/QNX systems, including file systems and network configuration.
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols: CAN, FlexRay, Ethernet, SOME-IP and DOIP.
• Able to generate Rest Bus Simulations from Network data / ARXML.
• Understanding of End-to-End Protection (E2E) profiles.
• Experience with trace/log analysis (DLT, CAN, Ethernet) and tools like Vector CANoe, VehicleSpy, Wireshark.
• Experience in automotive diagnostics: OBD, UDS, DoIP; familiarity with tools such as CANoe.DiVa and CANape.
• Experience in network node simulation using CAPL (CANoe) or function blocks (VehicleSpy).
• Knowledge of automotive test processes and tools for Requirements Management (DOORS, CodeBeamer), Planning (ALM/Jira), and Version Control (Git/SVN).
• Experience in AI-driven testing methodologies to optimize test generation, trace analysis, and anomaly detection.

Good to Have (Optional)

• ISTQB Certification.
• Adaptive AUTOSAR experience.
• Experience in containerized environments (Docker, Conan).
• Workflow/CI creation in GitHub for continuous test automation.
• Experience with containerized environments (Docker).
• Enterprise referential environment.

Working with Embitel

• Freedom to challenge norms, make mistakes, learn and grow.
• There is no ‘I’ in word ‘Team’ and no hierarchy at Embitel.
• Employees of Embitel are partners of our excellence and growth.
• Embitel is at the core of organization’s Mission and Vision.

Company Culture and Values

• At Embitel, diversity and inclusion are not just principles we talk about, they’re woven into who we are and how we grow.
• We believe that every individual brings a unique story, perspective, and strength that makes us stronger as a team.
• Here, you’ll find a workplace where differences are celebrated, ideas are welcomed, and collaboration thrives.
• We want you to feel confident bringing your whole self to work - your experiences, your passions and your voice, because they all matter!
• Together, we are creating an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.
• When people belong, they don’t just do their best work, they inspire those around them.
• That’s what drives us forward.
• Life at Embitel is all about balance, growth, and belonging.
• We understand that work is just one part of your journey, which is why we place strong emphasis on work-life balance - so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
• With immense learning and development opportunities, you’ll always have the support to sharpen your skills, explore new ideas, and shape your career path.
• Our work culture is rooted in collaboration, trust, and respect, creating an environment where you feel valued and inspired every day.
• And with approachable leaders who listen, guide, and encourage, you’ll never feel like just another employee; you’ll feel like an integral part of a team that’s building something meaningful together.

Additional Information

Embitel Technologies is a leading digital transformation company specializing in automotive embedded systems, connected mobility, and digital commerce/experience. We have been instrumental in delivering software-defined vehicle (SDV) solutions for global automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. We have also been helping leading brands achieve sustainable digital transformation across industries. We are a 100% subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group. Embitel serves all 12 brands of the Volkswagen Group through our CARIAD India unit, contributing to platform software, ADAS/AD, energy and diagnostics systems, and scalable compute platforms. Simultaneously, we work with third-party automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, making us one of India’s first engineering-led GCC Plus organizations.