Test Engineering Systems

Harman Becker Automotive Systems Manufacturing Kft • Novi, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Test Engineer develops and improves software test cases, processes, methods, and documentation, and leads system and software validation for connectivity projects or teams on both test benches and in vehicles. The role works with project teams, customers, engineering teams, software teams, and partners to ensure milestones are understood and met, identify dependencies and risks, resolve roadblocks, and address product requirements or performance issues. The engineer works in an agile development process, maintains status in JIRA, and reports project status to stakeholders. The position is based in an office in Novi, requires willingness to travel if necessary, and may require use of a HARMAN- or customer-owned vehicle. The posting lists a salary range of $78,750–$115,500.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in automotive projects and testing infotainment or telematics systems.
• Working knowledge of connectivity technology, tools, and test methods.
• Working knowledge of functional and non-functional software testing, the software test life cycle, and test design methodologies.
• Good working knowledge of CAN protocol and CAN analyzer tools.
• Expertise in testing embedded systems or the Android platform and Android applications.
• Expertise with test and debugging tools.
• Good working knowledge of test automation and scripting languages.
• Expertise in software testing across all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Expertise in test case development, test execution, test management, and test status reporting.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage projects independently.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Resourcefulness in solving problems and overcoming obstacles.
• Strong professionalism and judgment.
• Willingness to travel if necessary and to work in an office in Novi.
• Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.
• For use of a HARMAN- or customer-owned vehicle, employment is contingent on meeting HARMAN’s driving-record criteria: no more than four active points for moving violations and no references to operating a vehicle under the influence of controlled substances within the last 10 years.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Jira.
• A bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering is desired; a master's degree is strongly preferred.
• Software testing training, such as SQE or ISTQB.
• Ability to advocate appropriately for product quality.
• Interest in learning new technologies and test methods.
• Interest in the latest consumer electronics technology and products.
• Embedded programming experience.
• Real-time programming and real-time operating systems experience.
• Experience with programming languages and platforms such as C/C++, Java, .NET, Android, J2ME, or Windows Mobile.
• Embedded hardware or system design experience.

Responsibilities

• Improve software test cases, test processes, methods, and documentation.
• Lead system and software validation for connectivity projects or teams, both on test benches and in vehicles.
• Initiate and foster team-wide learning and adoption of relevant technologies for automotive infotainment, consumer electronics, embedded systems, software testing, and test tools.
• Meet regularly with project teams and partners to define, clarify, and meet milestones.
• Identify dependencies and risks, and drive resolution of roadblocks.
• Understand product technical details and communicate them effectively to customers and engineering teams.
• Identify product requirement or performance issues.
• Work with software teams and partners to implement solutions that meet requirements.
• Work within an agile development process and maintain status in JIRA.
• Report project status regularly to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with peer project test leads across HARMAN and other customers to align dependencies and schedules.

Benefits

• Employee discounts on HARMAN products, including JBL, HARMAN Kardon, and AKG.
• Training opportunities through HARMAN University.
• Wellness benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee recognition and rewards program.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment that encourages professional and personal development.
• Flexible work environment, including full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior