Systems Test and Integration Engineer

Jobtailor; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced software integration engineer to own end-to-end bring-up for automotive software, develop test plans, and define integration activities for new features.

You will triage and diagnose field issues, work across ECUs and software domains, and push for stable, test-driven releases, using Python and C/C++ and tools like Vector CANalyzer, PCAN, and CANape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in CS/CE/EE/ME/SE or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience with control systems; automotive or aerospace preferred.
• Hands-on experience with bus monitoring tools (Vector CANalyzer, PCAN, or equivalent).
• Experience with software calibration tools (Vector CANape or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of electromechanical systems and EV subsystems.
• Proficiency in Python and C/C++ and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on code changes and develop and execute test plans for new features and improvements to the software stack.
• Own end-to-end software bring-up for the domain group from early prototypes through launch.
• Define and execute integration activities for new features.
• Lead diagnosis of field issues and drive cross-functional resolutions.
• Triage, debug, and perform root-cause analysis on complex system-level integration issues spanning multiple ECUs and software domains.
• Collaborate with architecture, platform, and application developers to define and resolve software dependencies.
• Drive automation pipelines for vehicle software validation.
• Gather data from embedded communication systems (CAN, Ethernet) and cloud-based vehicle telemetry.

Skills

Control systems

Python programming

C/C++ programming

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering

Tools

Vector CANalyzer

PCAN

Vector CANape

Job description

Work on code changes and develop and execute test plans for new features and improvements to the software stack
Own end-to-end software bring-up for the domain group from early prototypes through launch
Define and execute integration activities for new features
Lead diagnosis of field issues and work cross-functionally to drive resolutions
Triage, debug, and perform root-cause analysis on complex system-level integration issues spanning multiple ECUs and software domains
Investigate unfamiliar ECU and vehicle subsystem domains and software stacks to resolve integration blockers and ensure system stability
Collaborate with architecture, platform, and application developers to define and resolve software dependencies
Drive automation pipelines for vehicle software validation
Gather data from embedded communication systems such as CAN and Ethernet and from cloud-based vehicle telemetry

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering
• 3+ years of experience with control systems; automotive or aerospace preferred
• Hands-on experience with communication bus monitoring tools such as Vector CANalyzer, PCAN, or equivalent
• Hands-on experience with software calibration tools such as Vector CANape or equivalent
• Strong understanding of electromechanical systems
• Familiarity with EV subsystems, particularly battery management, body controls, vehicle dynamics, and thermal
• Proficiency in Python and C/C++
• Ability to thrive under pressure and apply creative, critical thinking
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Current authorization to work for an employer in the United States

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in software integration and validation for automotive systems, with a strong focus on control systems and communication protocols. Proficient in Python and C/C++, with hands-on experience in debugging and resolving complex system-level issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Software Integration
• Control Systems
• Python Programming
• C/C++ Programming
• Communication Bus Monitoring

Hard Skills

• Software Calibration
• Root-Cause Analysis
• Debugging
• System-Level Integration
• Automation Pipelines

Soft Skills

• Creative Thinking
• Critical Thinking
• Collaboration
• Communication

Industry Keywords

• Automotive
• Aerospace
• Electromechanical Systems
• EV Subsystems
• Vehicle Dynamics

Tools & Technologies

• Vector CANalyzer
• PCAN
• Vector CANape
• Embedded Communication Systems