Lead Engineer - Automation Tooling
Core
Lead the design, development, and scale-up of automation tooling for next-generation Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) platforms, focusing on CI/CD pipelines, automated test frameworks, and validation infrastructure.
Role type
Lead Engineer - Automation Tooling (Embedded Automotive Software)
Builds
Scalable CI/CD systems, automation frameworks for continuous integration/testing, internal engineering tools for developer velocity, and distributed test execution infrastructure.
Domain
Automotive software engineering, Embedded Systems, DevOps, Validation Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
System-level thinking, Technical arbitration, Structured problem solving, Program milestone ownership, Shift-left validation practices, Cross-functional partnership
Preferred skills
Expertise in modern DevOps and infrastructure tools, Strong grounding in engineering fundamentals, Knowledge of automotive design and development processes
Technologies
Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, AUTOSAR, Adaptive AUTOSAR, CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet, UDS diagnostics, CANalyzer, CANoe, A2B, Automotive Ethernet, LVDS, SIL/HIL benches, Virtual ECUs
Responsibilities
Architect and develop scalable CI/CD systems for embedded and vehicle software platforms; Build automation frameworks supporting continuous integration, testing, regression, release qualification, fleet validation, and OTA readiness; Develop internal engineering tools to improve developer velocity and software quality; Lead automation efforts for embedded Linux, ECU software, vehicle middleware, platform APIs, and simulation environments; Design infrastructure for distributed test execution across SIL/HIL benches, virtual ECUs, and cloud environments; Build intelligent test orchestration systems optimizing execution time and resource utilization; Integrate automated quality gates including static analysis, security scanning, code coverage, and performance validation; Drive shift-left validation practices to detect issues earlier in the development lifecycle; Partner closely with firmware, platform, vehicle integration, validation, and cloud infrastructure teams.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
