Job Description

Infotainment Software Validation Engineer

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrows transportation.

Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world? Join the Ford Product Development team. Utilizing Design Thinking & User Experience methods, youll work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. Were seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to such advancements as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

What youll be able to do:

* Write test cases against existing / new Infotainment requirements for the new features.
* Create test plan / test procedures for the execution.
* Lead a team of existing Engineers and coordinating deliverables.
* Perform test Software updates on the vehicles/test bench
* Perform in-vehicle testing/test Bench and validation to meet the required specifications and participate in test drives
* Perform System level Diagnostics and identify the error states in the vehicle.
* Identifying the defects, logging them in the defect management system and tracking them to closure.
* Designing automation solutions using the automation tools and scripting languages.
* Interact closely with Launch teams and support for the Engineering completion and Launch of the vehicle
* Participate in requirements and design reviews with Feature Product Owners
* Minimum Travel required to different plants throughout North America as needed to support software flash events

The minimum requirements we seek:

* Bachelors Degree in Electronics & Communications Engineering or Computer Science
* 10+ years of experience in automotive electronics preferably with Infotainment features such as, Navigation, Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple Carplay, Configuration.
* 5+ years of experience in one or more scripting languages like Python or Perl
* 3+ years of experience with vehicle level testing and software validation in infotainment
* 3+ years of experience with automotive networks (e.g., Value-CAN, Vehicle Spy, CANalyzer)
* Valid US driver's license and clear driving record

Our preferred requirements:

* Previous Ford experience a plus
* Experience in leading a team of engineers and testers
* Solid understanding of Ford AIMS database, Jira database, C/C++ or Python or Matlab
* Experience collaborating with Ford Voice Of Customer Fleet
* Background troubleshooting vehicles for SYNC infotainment issues
* Hands on experience conducting functional validation and regression testing.
* Good understanding of the user experience utilizing infotainment functions in the vehicle
* Experience using automotive technologies (e.g., Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and voice recognition)
* Well versed with upcoming / trending technologies within Infotainment and connected field
* Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with multi-functional global teams
* Exceptional communication, project management, analytical and problem-solving skills

What youll receive in return:

As part of the Ford family, youll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. Youll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, wed love to have you join us.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Visa sponsorship may be available for this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

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