Validation Engineer

Applied Intuition•Sunnyvale, CA

2d•$140,000 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a skilled Validation Engineer to join our team. This role involves validating system requirements, developing and executing test cases, and working cross-functionally with our systems engineering and development teams. This is a unique opportunity to work on challenging engineering problems while ensuring we maintain a high standard for safety and quality in our product.

Requirements

2+ years of hands-on experience in validation engineering within the automotive, embedded systems, or electronics industries
Proficiency with HIL systems and experience in validating automotive systems, such as infotainment, ADAS, telematics, sensors, and networking
Experience coding in Python (preferred) or another coding language for test automation and script development
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to identify, root cause, and resolve system-level failures
Ability to document test procedures, results, and progress clearly and accurately, including issue tracking and test failure analysis
Bachelors in Computer Science, Engineering or any equivalent majors

Nice To Haves

Experience with automotive network architectures and protocols (e.g., CAN, Ethernet, LIN, etc.) and the ability to validate system-level performance
Experience with prototype system bring-up, debugging, and validation in both lab and vehicle environments
Familiarity with test automation frameworks, particularly for automotive systems, and experience developing robust automated tests
An innate curiosity to optimize testing processes and improve efficiency through better scripting, automation, and tools

Responsibilities

Develop, program, and execute test cases based on system requirements, primarily using HIL test benches, Lab Cars, and manual vehicle testing
Execute integration tests across systems, focusing on key automotive components like infotainment, telematics, cameras, sensors, and networking components
Set up and configure HIL test environments and execute tests to validate system performance
Conduct root cause analysis and collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues, when a test fails
Maintain tight collaboration with our OEM customers, ensuring smooth integration of OEM functions and clear communication on test results and issues
Perform manual tests on vehicles or prototypes to ensure all functional requirements are met
Write scripts in Python for test automation to improve efficiency and coverage