Lead Validation Engineer

Stellantis; Piemonte; Sur place; EUR 43 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Stellantis is seeking a Lead Validation Engineer to drive performance, robustness and stress validation for next-generation automotive systems. You will turn complex vehicle behaviours into measurable KPIs, automated validation and actionable engineering evidence, taking technical ownership from requirements definition to issue identification and resolution.

Responsibilities include leading sub-system validation on HIL/SIL benches, translating expectations into KPIs, and coordinating across

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in automotive validation, ideally covering System Integration, sub-system testing, HIL/SIL or bench-based validation.
• Strong automation mindset and hands-on programming experience, preferably with Python.
• Practical knowledge of Robot Framework and/or ECU-TEST and CI/CD-based test execution.
• Good understanding of CAN, Ethernet/SOME-IP and LIN, including trace and communication analysis.
• Automotive experience in Cockpit/Infotainment, ADAS interfaces or cross-domain E/E architecture.
• Knowledge of ASPICE / V-Model, Waterfall and Agile development methodologies.
• Comfortable working with Linux, embedded systems and MCU/SoC concepts.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Automotive Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Professional English and Italian (at least B2 for both) and confidence communicating technical risks, evidence and trade-offs across different stakeholders.
• Experience with IBM Jazz, GitHub, Jira and Confluence is highly desirable

Responsabilités

• Lead sub-system validation activities covering performance, robustness, stress and endurance testing on HIL/SIL benches and related test infrastructure.
• Translate system expectations into measurable KPIs, including startup timing, black-screen and freeze rates, reboot behaviour, connectivity robustness and audio/media availability.
• Coordinate validation scope, priorities, risks and progress across Software, System, Automation, Quality and Project teams.
• Drive first-level failure analysis and ensure defects are properly documented, assigned and followed through resolution.
• Develop and maintain automated validation scripts using Python, Robot Framework and ECU-TEST.
• Integrate test cases into CI/CD pipelines, supporting daily, nightly and extended test executions.
• Work with IBM Jazz, GitHub, Jira and Confluence to manage requirements, test assets, defects and technical documentation.
• Support KPI dashboards and evidence generation through reliable logging, traceability and high-quality test data.
• Analyze system behaviour across CAN, Ethernet/SOME-IP and LIN, including timing, communication stability and startup/shutdown scenarios.
• Contribute to validation strategies for Cockpit, ADAS interfaces and complex E/E architectures.
• Challenge unclear requirements and acceptance criteria, helping transform them into controlled and measurable validation targets.

Connaissances

Python

Robot Framework

ECU-TEST

CI/CD

CAN

Ethernet/SOME-IP

LIN

Traceability

English (B2)

Italian (B2)

Formation

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Automotive Engineering

Outils

IBM Jazz

GitHub

Jira

Confluence

Description du poste

Stellantis is a leading global automaker and mobility provider that offers clean, connected, affordable, and safe mobility solutions. Our Company’s strength lies in the breadth of our iconic brand portfolio, the diversity and passion of our people, and our deep roots in the communities in which we operate. Our ambitious electrification and software strategies and the creation of an innovative ecosystem of strategic, game-changing partnerships are driving our transformation to a sustainable mobility tech company.

The driving force behind us is the diverse and talented group of men and women around the world who bring their passion and experience to their work every day. And while we are a truly global organization, we remain deeply rooted in the communities in which we operate and where our colleagues live and work.

With industrial operations in nearly 30 countries, Stellantis could consistently exceed the evolving needs and expectations of consumers in more than 130 markets, while creating superior value for all stakeholders.

Job Overview

At Stellantis, software-defined vehicles are increasing the complexity of automotive systems and the way performance, robustness and quality are validated.

We are looking for a Lead Validation Engineer to drive performance, robustness and stress validation for next-generation automotive systems.

In this role, you will turn complex vehicle behaviours into measurable KPIs, automated validation and actionable engineering evidence, taking technical ownership from requirements definition to issue identification and resolution.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead sub-system validation activities covering performance, robustness, stress and endurance testing on HIL/SIL benches and related test infrastructure.
• Translate system expectations into measurable KPIs, including startup timing, black-screen and freeze rates, reboot behaviour, connectivity robustness and audio/media availability.
• Coordinate validation scope, priorities, risks and progress across Software, System, Automation, Quality and Project teams.
• Drive first-level failure analysis and ensure defects are properly documented, assigned and followed through resolution.
• Develop and maintain automated validation scripts using Python, Robot Framework and ECU-TEST.
• Integrate test cases into CI/CD pipelines, supporting daily, nightly and extended test executions.
• Work with IBM Jazz, GitHub, Jira and Confluence to manage requirements, test assets, defects and technical documentation.
• Support KPI dashboards and evidence generation through reliable logging, traceability and high-quality test data.
• Analyze system behaviour across CAN, Ethernet/SOME-IP and LIN, including timing, communication stability and startup/shutdown scenarios.
• Contribute to validation strategies for Cockpit, ADAS interfaces and complex E/E architectures.
• Challenge unclear requirements and acceptance criteria, helping transform them into controlled and measurable validation targets.

Your Qualification, Skills and Experience

• Solid experience (5 to 7 years) in automotive validation, ideally covering System Integration, sub-system testing, HIL/SIL or bench-based validation.
• Strong automation mindset and hands-on programming experience, preferably with Python.
• Practical knowledge of Robot Framework and/or ECU-TEST and CI/CD-based test execution.
• Good understanding of CAN, Ethernet/SOME-IP and LIN, including trace and communication analysis.
• Automotive experience in Cockpit/Infotainment, ADAS interfaces or cross-domain E/E architecture.
• Knowledge of ASPICE / V-Model, Waterfall and Agile development methodologies.
• Comfortable working with Linux, embedded systems and MCU/SoC concepts.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Automotive Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Professional English and Italian (at least B2 for both) and confidence communicating technical risks, evidence and trade-offs across different stakeholders.
• Experience with IBM Jazz, GitHub, Jira and Confluence is highly desirable

Our Offer

• Salary range: from 43000€ to 48000€, that will be defined depending on the level of adherence of the candidate to the job requirements
• Collective Agreement: In accordance with the provisions of the Specific Collective Labour Agreement (CCSL - CNEL code: CO10), and in particular with regard to the classification within the third professional area.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability.

Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.