Principal Software and System Test Engineer

Honda•Raymond, OH

23d

About The Position

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it's a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.” We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team. If your goals and values align with Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future! Job purpose: Design and lead testing strategies for AI-driven software systems in automotive environments. This role is critical to ensuring the performance, reliability, and safety of intelligent vehicle technologies through rigorous validation and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science or Electronics Engineering or a relevant field of study.
8+ years in automotive software testing
Basic understanding of data pipelines and analytics tools used in automotive software validation.
Hands-on experience with industry-standard testing and measurement tools such as dSPACE, CANoe, CANape, DIVA, and Open Test.
Proficiency in scripting languages including JavaScript, Python, and CAPL for test automation and diagnostics.
Strong knowledge of test coverage analysis and defect tracking metrics to support continuous improvement.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly across teams.
Proven ability to manage time effectively, clarify responsibilities, and coordinate across multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated innovation and problem-solving capabilities in complex technical environments.
Ability to build and leverage internal networks and coalitions to gain alignment, support, and drive collaborative success.

Nice To Haves

ISTQB or IREB certification preferred, demonstrating formal training in software testing and requirements engineering.

Responsibilities

Automated Testing Frameworks: Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated test frameworks to validate AI-driven automotive software systems across simulation, prototype, and vehicle-level environments.
End-to-End Validation Leadership: Lead testing activities from simulation through prototype and vehicle-level validation, ensuring comprehensive coverage and system reliability.
Standards Compliance: Ensure all testing processes and deliverables comply with industry standards such as ISO, supporting safety and quality assurance.
Team Mentorship & QA Oversight: Mentor test engineers and oversee quality assurance processes, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Technology Evaluation: Continuously assess and adopt emerging tools and technologies to enhance application performance, usability, and testing efficiency.
Development Operations Support: Support version control, configuration management, and deployment workflows to maintain consistency, traceability, and operational readiness across development cycles.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
Regional Bonus (when applicable)
Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Advancement Opportunities
Career Mobility
Education Reimbursement for Continued learning
Training and Development Programs
Lifestyle Account
Childcare Reimbursement Account
Elder Care Support
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
Wellbeing Program
Community Service and Engagement Programs
Product Programs