QA Engineer

Introduction:

The candidate is an experienced system and component-level testing engineer specializing in the automotive domain, with expertise in Electric Vehicles (EV), Infotainment, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), and Body Control Modules. They have extensive knowledge of automotive communication protocols like CAN and UDS, along with hands-on experience using Vector tools such as CANoe, CANape, and CANalyzer for vehicle network analysis and diagnostics. Their expertise extends to hardware setups, test benches, and HIL systems for infotainment and vehicle testing. Skilled in scripting languages like CAPL, C, and Python, they have worked on test automation, debugging, and validation of automotive systems. The candidate is proficient in various test management and bug-tracking tools, including JIRA, ALM, and Confluence, and has experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS and RMDV. Their work has involved defining and analyzing system requirements, developing test plans, and executing both manual and automated test cases to ensure compliance with industry standards like ISO 26262, ASPICE, and ISO 14229. They have led supplier interactions, managed system integration, and supported failure analysis teams for troubleshooting and root cause identification. With strong project management skills, they have coordinated global teams, planned test schedules, and conducted design reviews using 2D/3D diagrams. Their experience also includes vehicle-level and system-level validation for infotainment features, smart functionalities, ADAS, BCM, and safety-critical systems. The candidate has demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, process optimization capabilities, and a commitment to software quality assurance while working in Agile environments. Their expertise spans testing infotainment features like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, as well as system diagnostics, CAN signal tracing, and automotive cybersecurity. They have also contributed to project documentation, technical manuals, and customer support while ensuring alignment with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities:

• Conducted system and component-level testing for automotive systems, including Electric Vehicles (EV), Infotainment, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), and Body Control Modules (BCM).
• Developed and executed test cases for automotive software and hardware validation, ensuring compliance with industry standards like ISO 26262, ASPICE, and ISO 14229.
• Performed automotive communication testing using CAN, UDS, and LIN protocols, utilizing Vector tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, and CANape.
• Created and maintained test automation scripts using CAPL, Python, and C to streamline validation processes and improve test efficiency.
• Designed and managed test setups, including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems, test benches, and vehicle-level testing environments.
• Analyzed system requirements, defined test strategies, and implemented test plans for infotainment, ADAS, and BCM systems.
• Conducted functional, regression, and performance testing for infotainment features like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
• Diagnosed, debugged, and resolved software and hardware issues by tracing CAN signals, analyzing logs, and collaborating with development teams.
• Led system integration activities, supplier interactions, and root cause analysis for system failures and anomalies.
• Used test management and defect-tracking tools such as JIRA, ALM, and Confluence to document test cases, report defects, and track issues.
• Managed requirements analysis using tools like DOORS and RMDV to ensure traceability and consistency across development cycles.
• Conducted vehicle-level testing for infotainment and safety-critical systems, verifying compliance with OEM and regulatory requirements.
• Supported cybersecurity assessments, diagnostics, and over-the-air (OTA) update validation for modern automotive software solutions.
• Created and reviewed technical documentation, including test reports, design documents, and validation summaries.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams across global locations to ensure seamless execution of automotive testing projects.
• Planned and optimized testing schedules, resources, and processes to improve efficiency and meet project timelines.
• Conducted design reviews, analyzed 2D/3D diagrams, and collaborated with engineers for troubleshooting and feature enhancements.
• Provided training and mentorship to junior engineers, assisting in skill development and project onboarding.
• Ensured compliance with automotive safety and security guidelines while contributing to continuous process improvements in testing methodologies.