Software Test Engineer

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Software Test Engineer – Robotics / Vehicle Systems Job Description

This role focuses on vehicle-level integration, testing, and debugging of advanced autonomous driving systems at the intersection of robotics software and vehicle systems. You will work hands‑on in Linux-based environments with ROS and automotive communication protocols to analyze system behavior, troubleshoot issues across hardware and software boundaries, and support both on‑road and lab‑based validation of autonomous vehicle features.

• Work in a Linux (Ubuntu) environment to build, test, and debug robotics and vehicle software systems.
• Develop, maintain, and execute test scripts and automation tools using Python and C++ on Linux-based platforms.
• Develop and support ROS1-based pipelines, including nodes, topics, services, launch files, and rosbag workflows.
• Work with ROS1 to launch nodes, record and replay rosbags, debug topic streams, and integrate test harnesses.
• Analyze vehicle data using CAN protocols, DBC files, and tools such as Vector, Kvaser, or similar platforms.
• Decode CAN messages using DBC files and leverage CAN tools and hardware to support testing and analysis.
• Troubleshoot and debug system‑level issues spanning sensors, compute platforms, and vehicle subsystems.
• Support integration and validation of autonomous features across powertrain, steering, braking, and related vehicle systems.
• Perform log analysis, automation, and data parsing using Python scripting to identify issues and verify performance.
• Review existing C++ codebases to navigate, debug, and make minor updates or modifications in support of testing and feature validation.
• Document findings thoroughly and provide clear, structured test reports to cross‑functional engineering teams.
• Participate in vehicle testing activities, including on‑road evaluations and lab‑based testing as needed.
• Collaborate with robotics, software, and vehicle systems engineers to resolve defects and improve system robustness.

• Hands‑on experience with Linux (Ubuntu), including comfort with the shell, build systems, networking, and debugging tools.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for automation, log parsing, and data analysis.
• Ability to develop and maintain test scripts and automation tools using Python and C++ on Linux-based platforms.
• Working knowledge of ROS1, including nodes, topics, services, launch files, rosbag workflows, tf, and basic package development.
• Practical experience with the CAN protocol, including message decoding using DBC files.
• Experience using CAN tools and hardware such as Vector, Kvaser, or similar platforms.
• Solid foundation in automotive systems, including powertrain, steering, braking, and vehicle dynamics.
• Understanding of robotics fundamentals, such as coordinate frames, transforms, sensors, actuators, and basic state estimation.
• Reading‑level proficiency in C++, with the ability to navigate, debug, and make small modifications to existing codebases.
• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail and a structured approach to problem‑solving.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for clear and concise test documentation and reporting.

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline; a bachelor’s degree in a related field is also acceptable.
• Experience with autonomous vehicles, robotics, and vehicle systems engineering.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and modern software development workflows.
• Experience using issue tracking tools such as Jira or similar platforms.
• Exposure to functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 or SOTIF‑related standards.
• Experience working with sensor calibration tools and large‑scale rosbag analysis.
• Experience in systems engineering, including integration and validation of complex mechatronic systems.

You will work in a technically advanced environment focused on autonomous vehicle development, combining robotics software and vehicle systems engineering. The role centers on Linux (Ubuntu) platforms, using…