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Principal Software Validation Engineer - Audio Infotainment Job at Visteon in Va

Principal Software Validation Engineer - Audio Infotainment Job at Visteon in Va

MediabistroVan Buren Twp, MI, United States
14 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Be a Part of the Technology Revolution

There has never been a more exciting time to be part of an automotive technology company like Visteon. No industry offers more fast-paced change and opportunity than today’s automotive industry. We are in the midst of a mobility revolution that will completely change the way we interact with our vehicles, reduce the number of car accidents and fatalities, and make the world a cleaner place. Visteon is at the epicenter of this mobility revolution. Two major trends in the automotive industry – the shift to electric vehicles and vehicles with autonomous safety technologies – have created unique opportunities for Visteon. We are the only automotive provider solely focused exclusively on cockpit electronics – the fastest-growing segment in the industry.

Company Culture

Working at Visteon is a journey in which our employees can develop their strengths and advance their careers while making a difference globally. Join us and help change the world and how we interact with our vehicles. Visteon is where the best technical talent creates the future.

About Visteon

Visteon is a technology leader in automotive electronics dedicated to creating a more enjoyable, connected and safe driving experience. Our platforms leverage proven, scalable hardware and software solutions that enable the digital, electric and autonomous evolution of our global automotive customers. Visteon products align with key industry trends and include digital instrument clusters, displays, Android-based infotainment systems, domain controllers, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and battery management systems. The company is headquartered in Van Buren Township, Michigan, and has approximately 10,000 employees at more than 40 facilities in 18 countries. Visteon reported sales of approximately $2.5 billion and booked $4.6 billion of new business in 2020. Learn more at www.Visteon.com

Software Validation Engineer

The Role

Audio Infotainment Testing, Vehicle level testing, Working with FORD HIL test team, Defect Management with customer & Visteon SW Dev team, First level of defect triaging

Skills : Audio / Infotainment / FORD HIL / A2B / Sirius XM / DAB / Vehicle testing

Mission of the Role : To drive the quality of a product by performing testing in the early stages of software development with maximum coverage, making it efficient and repeatable through automation with minimal supervision. Responsible for mentoring and guiding other team members to elevate their performance.

Key Objectives of this Role :

  • Understand and interpret software requirements for optimal testability.
  • Create, execute, and automate test plans across various components and features.
  • Manage test environment, infrastructure, and defect tracking.
  • Ensure comprehensive test coverage and alignment with DevOps strategy.
  • Develop and implement quality reports and maintain categorized test suites.
  • Automate testing processes for wider coverage and efficiency.
  • Define reusable test scenarios and contribute to test-driven development.
  • Lead and mentor junior members, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Key Performance Indicators :

  • Test automation coverage : Target 70% (Year 1), 80% (Year 2).
  • Defect escape rate from testing : Target 20% reduction (Year 1), 30% reduction (Year 2).
  • Team member development : Target 80% positive feedback on mentorship and guidance (Year 1), 90% (Year 2).
  • Key Year One Deliverables :

  • Increased test automation coverage by 10%, leading to faster and more efficient testing.
  • Reduced defect escape rate from testing by 20%, improving software quality.
  • Successfully mentored junior team members, fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration.
  • Qualification, Experience and Skills :

  • Engineering degree (Master's preferred)
  • 10+ years in automotive software development & testing
  • SDLC knowledge
  • UI Automation expertise (Selenium, Robot, Appium)
  • Multi-project management experience
  • Strong domain & feature knowledge
  • Scripting & framework expertise (Python, Capl)
  • DevOps familiarity (tools & processes)
  • Continuous improvement & build process experience.
  • Agile / Scrum understanding.
  • Solution-oriented, critical thinking from a testing perspective
  • Expert in requirement analysis
  • Key Behaviors :

  • Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Resilience
  • Result Orientation
  • Visteon values and beliefs
  • Visteon Culture : If you thrive in a fast-paced, organizational culture that requires agility, adaptability, and a growth mindset from its employees to thrive and stay ahead of the curve Visteon is the place. We value high performance and a drive for results. Innovation, risk-taking, and continuous learning help us keep up with the ever-changing landscape of our industry and be Market leaders. At Visteon you can be more.

    More Good Reasons to Work for Visteon

    Focusing on the Future

    Our company’s engineering platforms deliver scalable hardware and software solutions that enable the digital, electric and autonomous evolution of our global automotive customers. This strategy is driven by constant innovation, and you will support our efforts through your role. We are recognized across the industry for innovation. We have a strong book of business that will drive our future growth, along with a customer base that includes the leading global automotive manufacturers.

    Competitive Compensation and Benefits

    Visteon offers competitive salaries and benefits and an environment that encourages employees to develop their strengths and advance their career goals.

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    Visteon is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce!

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