Automotive Software Release Coordinator - Auburn Hills, Michigan (100% Onsite)

GeorgiaTEK Systems Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GeorgiaTEK Systems Inc. seeks an experienced Software Release Engineer – Automotive to support product development, ensure goals are met, and enable on-time delivery with thorough documentation.

Reporting to the Software Release Manager, you will coordinate with Software Release Teams, EE Validation, Program Management, and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate has SDLC, software integration/testing experience, and familiarity with regulatory compliance and homologation.

Qualifications

• Experience as Software Developer, Test Engineer, Software Integration Engineer, or Systems Engineer.
• Solid understanding of SDLC activities.
• Knowledge of software release management, development processes, methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with software integration, testing coordination, and validation activities.
• Good understanding of automotive electronics, including hardware and software.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming software releases and documentation; resolve issues with Component Teams.
• Coordinate software testing schedules with EE Validation and PM teams.
• Track testing progress and communicate status updates to stakeholders.
• Monitor software release milestones and report project progress, risks, and completion status.
• Prepare charts, graphs, progress trackers, and reports for upper management.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support release milestones and on-time delivery.
• Ensure adherence to SDLC processes, documentation, homologation, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

SDLC understanding

Release management

Software integration

Test coordination

Automotive electronics

Communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

ABET-accredited degree requirement

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Software Release Engineer – Automotive to support product development activities, ensure software program goals are achieved, facilitate on-time delivery, and maintain accurate documentation.

Reporting to the Software Release Manager, this professional will coordinate activities between Software Release Teams, Electrical/Electronic (EE) Validation, Program Management, and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) activities, software integration and testing, and program management best practices. Experience with Agile methodologies and project management certifications will be an advantage.

This role requires strong attention to detail in software testing, homologation, regulatory compliance, requirements management, and program execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Review incoming software releases (software drops) and associated documentation, and resolve issues in coordination with Component Teams.
• Coordinate software testing schedules with EE Validation and Program Management teams.
• Track testing progress and completion, ensuring timely execution and communicating status updates to all stakeholders.
• Monitor software release milestones and report project progress, risks, and completion status as required.
• Prepare charts, graphs, progress trackers, spreadsheets, and other reports to communicate project status to upper management.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support software release milestones and on-time program delivery.
• Ensure adherence to software development processes, documentation requirements, homologation, and regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Experience as a Software Developer, Test Engineer, Software Integration Engineer, or Systems Engineer.
• Demonstrated understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) activities.
• Knowledge of software release management, software development processes, methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with software integration, testing coordination, and validation activities.
• Good understanding of automotive electronics, including hardware and software.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities and track project milestones effectively.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited university.
• Project Management Certification (PMP or equivalent).
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Ability to communicate in French, Spanish, Italian, or Portuguese.

Work Requirements

• Must be able to work 100% onsite in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
• Candidates must be comfortable with a long-term contract engagement.