Senior Embedded Validation Engineer - Vehicle Systems

Talentify; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Kansas City, KS for contract-to-hire. The role focuses on validating embedded vehicle control software through functional tests, simulation-based approaches, and hands-on validation on vehicle controllers and displays.

The ideal candidate has hands-on validation experience, proficiency in Python and C, and familiarity with CAN/Ethernet interfaces. On-site, collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, Computer Engineering or related field.
• At least 57 years of embedded systems experience.
• Hands-on embedded software validation and testing experience.
• Python programming for test automation and tooling.
• C programming for embedded software and low-level work.
• Familiarity with CAN and Ethernet vehicle interfaces.
• Experience with embedded controllers and vehicle subsystems.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for test results.
• Ability to work independently and in a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional, integration, and regression testing of embedded control software across vehicle controllers and displays.
• Develop, execute, and maintain detailed test cases and validation documentation.
• Identify gaps in test coverage and implement improvements.
• Develop and implement simulation-based testing for multi-controller systems.
• Support validation activities using CAN and Ethernet.
• Troubleshoot software issues to determine root cause with minimal supervision.
• Provide on-site support for production software issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve defects and prevent recurrence.
• Interface with suppliers to support firmware updates and improvements.
• Communicate validation progress and risks using project tools.
• Ensure validation activities meet performance, quality, cost, and timing.

Skills

Python programming

C programming

CAN interface

Ethernet interface

Test automation

Validation testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

HIL testing

CAN tools

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Kansas City, KS for contract-to-hire. The role focuses on validating embedded vehicle control software through functional tests, simulation-based approaches, and hands-on validation on vehicle controllers and displays.

The ideal candidate has hands-on validation experience, proficiency in Python and C, and familiarity with CAN/Ethernet interfaces. On-site, collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.