The Software Integration Quality Engineer within the Vehicle Update Services organization is tasked with ensuring the reliability and integrity of the end-to-end over-the-air (OTA) software delivery system, facilitating the seamless download and update of vehicle software across millions of GM-developed vehicles annually. You will utilize the Sub-System test bench environment to ensure that critical and complex features are properly developed and integrated into GM vehicles throughout major vehicle development milestones. The engineer will be expected to cultivate advanced technical expertise and a comprehensive understanding of the software integration lifecycle, including requirements analysis, test case development, execution, and defect management. Strong program and time management skills are essential, as the role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams encompassing design, systems engineering, suppliers, and back-office operations. This position is pivotal in ensuring that software releases meet stringent quality standards and are delivered on schedule. The core responsibilities are detailed below:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Comprehend and analyze requirements to develop and refine comprehensive test procedures that encompass OTA requirements and functionalities.
Execute test procedures with precision, document defects, perform triage, and systematically troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal software performance
Author Automation test scripts.
Develop/document automated test cases using Python Robot Framework; innovate and contribute to incremental improvements.
Conduct integration testing at the desktop bench level, capturing and analyzing data to identify issues, determine root cause, report them to the appropriate development team, test fixes, and verify closure.
Develop a high-level test matrix based on the vehicle portfolio and associated interfacing subsystems to ensure comprehensive testing of all vehicle/component combinations.
rack and plan future OTA integration activities based on current and anticipated software availability, while monitoring hardware and software changes relevant to OTA.
Provide and report status of testing and validation activities.
Timely document all anomalies using existing tools (ESIM/PRTS) and follow issue resolution from origination through verification and closure.
Develop new test techniques to improve test quality and efficiency.
Anticipate and communicate validation roadblocks and challenges
Additional Job DescriptionQualifications
Basic skills required:
Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer or similar engineering and a minimum of 3 years of validation experience.
Experience with automation and scripting is required
High level of analytical ability to understand the operation of complex combinational and sequential systems.
Ability to manage multiple project assignments and switch between tasks as timing and resources dictate.
Software QA, triage, and log analysis.
Self-motivated to achieve results on time with minimum supervision.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Experience with End-to-End testing of Over the Air Reflash feature
Experience with vehicle electrical systems and data busses (i.e. CAN, CAN-FD, Ethernet)
Test scripting (python, or similar)
Experience with automotive tools (Vehicle Spy, Vector Canoe, etc.)
Knowledge of Vehicle Development Process
Experience with software quality testing and automation tools.
Experience with automotive electrical systems.
Experience with diagnostics and serial data testing.
Experience with hardware and software requirements documentation.
Fundamentals of UDS diagnostics, CAN fundamentals
UNIX-like shell fundamentals.
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