Staff System Test Automation Engineer, AI

Sonatus•Detroit, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sonatus is seeking an experienced Staff System Test Engineer with expertise in AI testing to lead quality efforts across AI-driven embedded and cloud-connected systems. The role focuses on validating AI model testing, deployment, monitoring, and test automation in automotive and cloud environments. The engineer will work hands-on as the on-site technical point of contact at a customer engineering facility, embedded alongside the customer’s teams, and collaborate across organizational boundaries to help unblock delivery. The position reports to the Senior Manager, Engineering (QA Automation - Vehicle).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
At least 5 years of embedded software experience in data centers, networking, security, cloud services, or the automotive industry.
At least 1 year of experience with AI model development and testing.
Proficiency in test methodologies and experience with system-level testing of physical devices.
Familiarity with the Linux command line and proficiency in shell scripting.
Familiarity with quality assurance for cloud platforms developed on private and public cloud infrastructure.
Strong expertise in AI fundamentals, neural networks, model deployment, and ML flow.
Strong experience with end-to-end testing of cloud-controlled or monitored embedded products.
Proficiency in developing, reviewing, and modifying Python scripts to enhance test coverage.
Experience designing and implementing test tools for AI/ML automation and deployment.
Proficiency with JIRA, Jenkins, or similar tools.
Ability to work on-site at a customer engineering facility as a technical point of contact and across organizational boundaries.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with common test frameworks such as PyTest, Playwright, Behave, or similar.
Familiarity with test tools in the data analytics space.
A master’s degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with diverse teams to define testing strategies for challenging projects.
Develop and execute detailed test plans using automated and manual testing.
Triage integration issues, replicate problems, and assist in identifying root causes and solutions.
Escalate potential software, hardware, or resource issues to the Project Manager or executive team.
Track testing activities and maintain clear alignment across key stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve test coverage and methodology, and provide suggestions.
Act as the release gatekeeper, represent the voice of customers, and provide constructive feedback.
Work with the development team to orchestrate AI model deployment, testing, and scoring.
Review and challenge product requirements, design, and functional specifications.