HMI Validation Engineer

Location: Onsite

Start: ASAP

Domain: Automotive Infotainment / HMI Validation

Role Overview

We are looking for experienced HMI Validation Engineers to support validation of automotive infotainment systems for a Tier‑1 supplier. The role focuses on manual testing, test design, test automation, and documentation for Android-based HMI systems, including audio, radio, and connectivity features. Contractors may be required to work morning or evening shifts, depending on project needs, release schedules, and collaboration with global teams. Flexibility to support shift-based work during the contract period is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manual validation of Automotive HMI features on target hardware and bench setups
• Design, execute, and document test cases using ALM tools (Polarion preferred)
• Develop and maintain test automation using Python / ECU‑TEST
• Validate Android-based infotainment systems and HMI workflows
• Test and validate Audio systems, including:
• AM/FM radio
• Bluetooth audio (A2DP, HFP)
• Media playback and audio routing
• Validate vehicle communication protocols, including:
• CAN
• SOME/IP
• Use Vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer) for bus simulation and analysis
• Analyze logs, identify defects, and work closely with development teams to resolve issues
• Support regression testing and release validation cycles
• Contribute to test strategy, test plans, and validation documentation

Required Skills & Experience

Core Skills

• 4+ years of experience in Automotive Infotainment / HMI validation
• Strong experience with Android Automotive / Android-based HMI
• Hands-on experience with manual testing and test case design
• Experience using Polarion or similar ALM tools

Automation & Tools

• Test automation experience using ECU‑TEST and/or Python
• Experience with Vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer)
• Familiarity with HIL / SIL / bench testing environments

Protocols & Interfaces

• Strong understanding of CAN
• Experience with SOME/IP is a plus.
• Knowledge of automotive ECU communication and diagnostics

Functional Domains

• Audio systems (AM/FM, media, Bluetooth)
• Bluetooth profiles (A2DP, HFP)
• Infotainment system integration and user workflows

Nice to Have

• Experience working with Tier‑1 automotive suppliers
• Exposure to OEM validation processes
• Understanding of ASPICE / ISO 26262
• Experience validating multi-display or cluster integrations