Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies · 3 weeks ago
Sr. Software Development Engineer in Test, Infotainment
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$136K/yr - $189K/yr
5+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on advancing automotive technology. The role involves testing and ensuring the quality of infotainment firmware and functions, contributing to automation tools, and collaborating across teams to enhance testing processes.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Develop and execute test plans and test cases for integration testing of software modules and components
Identify, analyze, and document defects encountered during integration testing both on sub-system HILs and in vehicle
Work closely with developers to resolve issues and ensure defects are effectively addressed
Collaborate with other cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and system architecture
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall testing processes and methodologies
Maintain test environments and ensure they are up-to-date
Design and implement automated integration tests to improve test efficiency and enable automated testing early in the development cycle
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or greater in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
5+ years hands-on experience integrating and testing automotive infotainment sub-systems or similar consumer electronics devices
Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and techniques
Proficiency in using version control systems (e.g., git)
Solid knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell scripting) for test automation
Comfortable with using with POSIX-based embedded systems; one or more of Linux, Android, QNX
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
Ability to work independently, take initiatives and efficiently manage time and priorities
Experience working with android/adb
Preferred
Automotive, CAN, and Ethernet experience is a plus
Experience with pytest, appium and other automation tools
Benefits
Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Company
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies develops scalable automotive software and technology platforms for multiple vehicle segments.
1001-5000 employees
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