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Software Validation Engineer

Actalent

Southfield, MI
Full Time
Senior
70/hr-90/hr
13 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Software Validation Engineer is responsible for owning the security validation of vehicle ECUs, ensuring software requirements are clear, complete, and testable, and improving validation processes and testing methodologies. This role involves building test infrastructure, automating testing, and collaborating with developers to resolve issues. The position is fully onsite in Southfield, MI, and is offered by Actalent, a global leader in engineering and sciences services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the Security validation of vehicle ECUs.
  • Ensure software requirements are clear, complete, and testable.
  • Create a comprehensive test plan outlining testing approach, objectives, scope, resources, and schedule.
  • Identify opportunities to improve validation processes, testing methodologies, and overall product quality.
  • Build test infrastructure and automate testing processes.
  • Document issues in detail and collaborate with developers to resolve them.

Requirements

  • BE or ME in Computer Science or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of experience in testing networking and/or automotive products.
  • 5+ years of experience in automation scripting languages such as Python, Shell, or others.
  • 5+ years of developing system-level test cases.
  • Experience with automotive protocols (DoIP, UDS, LIN, and CAN).
  • Good programming/scripting knowledge for developing automation scripts.
  • Experience in verification of Security features like Secure Boot, OTP fuzes, Secure Update, JTAG, etc.
  • Passion for Embedded Systems testing.
  • Experience in writing and maintaining test cases and acceptance test plans.
  • At least 4 years of experience in developing test cases on embedded Linux platforms.
  • Experience with automation test tools and stress test tools.
  • Strong debugging and analytical skills.
  • Good collaboration skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Educational background of BE or ME in Computer Science or equivalent.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, dental & vision insurance.
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions.
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents).
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Health Spending Account (HSA).
  • Transportation benefits.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, Sick Leave).

Working at Actalent

Actalent is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, considering all applications regardless of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. They support accommodations for applicants with disabilities and aim to drive innovation and speed to market through their network of experts.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 11, 2025
Job CategoryQA Engineering
Salary70/hr-90/hr
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceSenior

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About Actalent

Website

actalentservices.com

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Location

Southfield, MI

Industry

Employment Placement Agencies and Executive Search Services

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