Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks (Python and/or C++) to validate ADAS software on ECU/bench targets
Create and maintain test libraries and utilities that interface with embedded targets and vehicle networks (CAN, XCP, Ethernet/TCP/UDP, diagnostics)
Implement automation to evaluate functional correctness, robustness, timing/performance, reliability, and regression behavior at component and sub-system levels
Develop automated workflows for bench/SIL/HIL execution, including test orchestration, stimulus/response control, data capture, and result reporting
Integrate automated test execution into CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins, GHA) to enable test frequently with actionable pass/fail criteria and traceability
Build tooling to support quality assessment across the stack: embedded software services, middleware integration, sensor/feature interfaces, and ECU-to-ECU interactions
Partner with manual test and integration teams to convert high-value scenarios into stable automated coverage; reduce test cycle time and increase repeatability
Drive root-cause analysis for failures (logs, traces, network captures) and collaborate with feature teams to resolve defects efficiently
Contribute to engineering excellence through code reviews, test design reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement of team frameworks and lab infrastructure
Influence test strategy and coverage planning for mid- to long-term quality goals (including stability, flakiness reduction, and scalability across benches)

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in software development and/or test automation using Python and/or C++
Experience building automated tests that interact with real systems (embedded targets, hardware benches, or networked devices)
Experience with HIL/SIL/bench testing and test orchestration (hardware control, flashing/deployment, data collection, test scheduling)
Experience with automotive communication and measurement protocols/tools: CAN, XCP, UDS, DoIP, TCP/IP, UDP
Demonstrated ability to debug complex failures using logs, traces, and systematic triage
Experience with embedded OS (QNX and/or embedded Linux) and embedded software integration concepts
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally in an Agile environment
Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices: Jenkins, Git/GitHub, artifact/version management; Docker is a plus
Experience with automated test frameworks such as PyTest (or similar), plus test reporting and dashboarding
Familiarity with ADAS feature behavior and sensing technology (camera, radar, ultrasonic, LiDAR) and sub-system interactions
Experience integrating automation with test case management and defect tracking systems (e.g., TestRail, JIRA)
Ability to build stable automation in lab environments: handling intermittency, hardware dependencies, and test flakiness
Experience collaborating with suppliers and multi-site teams, including interface definition and acceptance criteria for deliverables
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonC++test automationHIL testingSIL testingtest orchestrationdebuggingembedded OSautomated test frameworksADAS

Soft Skills

strong communication skillscross-functional collaborationAgile environmentroot-cause analysisengineering excellencecontinuous improvementinfluence test strategyproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering