Lead Automotive Software Test Engineer

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more. As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing. When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electronics Engineering. Minimum 8+ years of experience in automotive software testing. This position is focused on defining and leading testing strategies for AI-driven automotive software systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and safety of advanced in-vehicle technologies. The role involves end-to-end validation strategy ownership, test architecture definition, and coordination of cross-functional testing activities within complex automotive environments. The engineer will work closely with development, validation, and system engineering teams to ensure robust test coverage, high-quality deliverables, and continuous improvement of testing processes. The position requires strong expertise in automotive testing environments, test automation, and validation frameworks, with a focus on intelligent vehicle systems.   Key Responsibilities :  Test Strategy & Architecture  Define and lead end-to-end test strategies for AI-driven automotive software systems Design validation approaches to ensure performance, reliability, and safety of vehicle technologies Establish test coverage frameworks and ensure alignment with system requirements Drive continuous improvement of testing methodologies and validation processes Automotive Testing & Validation Tools  Execute and oversee testing activities using industry-standard tools such as dSPACE, CANoe, CANape, DIVA, and OpenTest Support integration of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) environments when applicable Ensure effective use of measurement and diagnostic tools for system validation Support end-to-end validation across automotive software development lifecycle Test Automation & Scripting  Develop and maintain test automation scripts using JavaScript, Python, and CAPL Support automation of diagnostic and validation workflows Improve efficiency and repeatability of testing processes through scripting and tooling Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate automated testing into development pipelines Data & Analytics in Testing  Support use of data pipelines and analytics tools for automotive software validation Analyze test data to identify trends, defects, and system performance issues Contribute to data-driven decision-making for validation and quality improvements Defect Management & Quality Improvement  Track and analyze defects using structured metrics and reporting systems Support root cause analysis and resolution of complex technical issues Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on test results and quality indicators Cross-Functional Collaboration & Coordination  Collaborate with software, system, and validation engineering teams Coordinate testing activities across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders Clarify responsibilities and ensure alignment across testing and development efforts Build strong internal networks to support alignment and execution success Communication & Reporting  Communicate test results, validation status, and technical findings clearly to stakeholders Prepare technical documentation, reports, and test summaries Present complex technical concepts in a clear and structured manner Support decision-making through accurate and timely reporting Profile :  Experienced automotive test engineer with strong background in software testing and validation Comfortable working in complex, cross-functional, and safety-critical environments Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated problem-solving capabilities Self-driven, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively Strong communicator with ability to align stakeholders and drive collaboration Must Have :  8+ years of experience in automotive software testing Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electronics Engineering Hands-on experience with testing tools (dSPACE, CANoe, CANape, DIVA, OpenTest) Strong programming/scripting skills in JavaScript, Python, and/or CAPL Strong understanding of test coverage analysis and defect tracking metrics Experience working in cross-functional automotive environments Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Good communication and coordination abilities across teams Experience in test automation and validation processes Good to Have : ISTQB or IREB certification Experience with AI-driven or autonomous vehicle systems Knowledge of data pipelines and automotive analytics tools Experience with HIL/SIL environments Exposure to automotive safety or compliance standards (functional safety, ISO, etc.) Experience in large-scale OEM or Tier 1 automotive environments ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Please beware of job seeker scams and see this https://www.alten.com/careers/job-offers/ on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process. Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire. Offices: Troy, Michigan, United States (Troy, MI);