Software Engineer-Test Automation

HARMAN India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on world-class JBL,

Harman University training

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Be Brilliant recognition program

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

HARMAN Automotive in Bengaluru seeks a QA Engineer for manual testing of infotainment, connectivity, navigation, HMI, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and telematics. You will set up test environments, execute tests, and document results to ensure software quality.

Collaborate with development and validation teams; contribute to test plans and risk assessments. Requires experience in black box/functional testing and defect management tools like Jira or Azure DevOps.

Qualifications

• Experience in manual testing of Automotive Infotainment, Connectivity, Navigation, HMI, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, or Telematics features.
• Hands-on experience validating end-to-end vehicle infotainment functionalities across different vehicle programs, regions, and software releases.
• Strong experience in Black Box and Functional Testing of automotive software features.
• Experience with defect management, test planning, execution and reporting activities.
• Knowledge of Jira, Azure DevOps, Polarion or ALM for requirement/defect tracking.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain automotive test environments including Head Units, mobile devices, back-end servers, simulators and test benches.
• Execute manual testing activities for infotainment, connectivity, navigation, HMI, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and telematics features.
• Validate software builds against functional and non-functional requirements.
• Create, review and maintain test plans, test cases, and test execution reports.
• Perform Smoke, Sanity, Regression, Integration and End-to-End System Testing.
• Analyze requirements and design documents to derive test scenarios.
• Identify, reproduce, document and track defects with logs and evidence.
• Provide root-cause analysis support with logs, traces and diagnostics.
• Verify defect fixes and conduct regression impact analysis.
• Record and report test results using appropriate tools; maintain Confluence/project docs.
• Collaborate with development, validation and requirement teams to ensure software quality.

Skills

Manual Testing

Automotive Infotainment

Test planning

Test execution

Defect management

Black Box Testing

Functional Testing

Regression Testing

System Testing

Jira

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Polarion

ALM

CANoe

ADB

Log analysis

Job description

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About The Role

• Experience in manual testing of Automotive Infotainment, Connectivity, Navigation, HMI, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, or Telematics features.
• Hands-on experience in validating end-to-end vehicle infotainment functionalities across different vehicle programs, regions, and software releases

What You Will Do

• Set up and maintain automotive test environments including Head Units (HU), mobile devices, backend servers, simulators, and test benches.
• Execute manual testing activities for infotainment, connectivity, navigation, HMI, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and telematics features.
• Validate software builds against functional and non-functional requirements.
• Create, review, and maintain test plans, test cases, test procedures, and test execution reports.
• Perform Smoke, Sanity, Regression, Integration, and End-to-End System Testing.
• Analyse requirements, user stories, use cases, specifications, and design documents to derive test scenarios.
• Identify, reproduce, document, and track software defects using defect management tools, providing supporting logs and test evidence.
• Perform root cause analysis support by collecting logs, traces, screenshots, and diagnostic information.
• Verify defect fixes and conduct impact analysis through regression testing.
• Record, analyse, and report test results using appropriate test management and documentation tools.
• Create and maintain project documentation in Confluence and other organisational repositories.
• Collaborate closely with development, system engineering, requirement, and validation teams to ensure software quality.
• Participate in requirement reviews, test planning sessions, defect triages, and project meetings.
• Follow defined automotive quality processes, testing standards, and project compliance requirements.
• Demonstrate strong professionalism, ownership, accountability, and attention to detail throughout the testing lifecycle.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Experience in manual testing of Automotive Infotainment, Connectivity, Navigation, HMI, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, or Telematics features.
• Hands-on experience in validating end-to-end vehicle infotainment functionalities across different vehicle programs, regions, and software releases.
• Strong experience in Black Box and Functional Testing of automotive software features.
• Experience in executing Smoke, Sanity, Regression, Integration, and System Testing on bench setups and vehicle environments.
• Familiarity with defect management, test planning, test execution, and test reporting activities.
• Experience working with requirement management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Polarion, ALM, or equivalent.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of Automotive Infotainment Systems, Connectivity, Navigation, HMI, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Telematics domains.
• Expertise in Manual Testing methodologies including Functional, Regression, Integration, System, and Acceptance Testing.
• Ability to develop, review, maintain, and execute test cases, test suites, and test scenarios based on system requirements.
• Good understanding of automotive communication protocols, logs, and diagnostics.
• Familiarity with testing tools such as CANoe, ADB, log analysis tools, and vehicle test benches.
• Basic knowledge of automation and scripting languages such as Python, C#, or Shell scripting is desirable.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and debugging skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and customer-facing capabilities.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Infotainment Systems
• Android Auto
• Apple CarPlay
• Navigation Systems
• Telematics & Connectivity
• HMI Validation
• Vehicle Integration Testing
• AAOS (Android Automotive OS)

What Makes You Eligible

• Experience in manual testing of Automotive Infotainment, Connectivity, Navigation, HMI, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, or Telematics features.
• Hands-on experience in validating end-to-end vehicle infotainment functionalities across different vehicle programs, regions, and software releases.
• Strong experience in Black Box and Functional Testing of automotive software features.
• Experience in executing Smoke, Sanity, Regression, Integration, and System Testing on bench setups and vehicle environments.
• Familiarity with defect management, test planning, test execution, and test reporting activities.
• Experience working with requirement management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Polarion, ALM, or equivalent.

What We Offer

• Access to employee discounts on world‑class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support‑minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought‑after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever‑evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award‑winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job‑related performance.(www.harman.com)