Validation Engineer

Applied Intuition•Sunnyvale, CA

7d•$118,000 - $190,000•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, Flexray, etc.) and the ability to validate system-level performance
Hands-on experience with Vector CANoe, dSPACE ControlDesk etc. for automotive system validation and testing
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

Design, develop, and execute test cases derived from system requirements using HIL test benches, Lab Cars, and manual vehicle testing
Perform system and integration testing across key automotive subsystems, including infotainment, telematics, cameras, sensors, and in‑vehicle networking
Set up, configure, and maintain HIL test environments to validate system functionality and performance
Analyze test failures, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with engineering teams to debug and resolve issues efficiently
Work closely with OEM partners, supporting integration of OEM functions and communicating test results, risks, and issues clearly
Conduct hands‑on validation testing on vehicles and prototypes to ensure all functional and safety requirements are met
Develop and maintain Python-based test automation scripts to improve test coverage, repeatability, and efficiency
Document test procedures, results, and findings, including issue tracking and failure analysis