Senior Embedded Systems Validation Lead (OTA & Telematics)

Be Part Of A High-Performing Team:

Join a globally recognized engineering organization at the forefront of power systems innovation and digital transformation. This team operates within a highly technical environment focused on advancing connected vehicle technologies, telematics, and embedded systems validation. Known for its strong engineering culture, the group emphasizes collaboration, technical rigor, and continuous improvement. Current initiatives include integrating advanced digital solutions into OEM platforms, enhancing over-the-air (OTA) capabilities, and building scalable validation frameworks that drive product reliability and performance.

What's In Store For You:

Engagement: W2 only (no C2C/1099)

Opportunity to lead a small, high-impact validation team and influence testing strategy at a systems level

Exposure to cutting-edge connected vehicle and telematics technologies

Potential for light travel (approximately 5%) to support collaboration with partner teams

Strong focus on professional growth through leadership responsibility and technical ownership

How You Will Make An Impact:

Lead and mentor a small team of validation engineers, ensuring high-quality deliverables and effective workload distribution

Own end-to-end validation efforts, including test planning, execution, and documentation within PLM systems

Drive test excellence by improving coverage, quality, and scalability across multiple projects

Design and implement advanced test strategies, including OTA update validation and data acquisition scenarios

Collaborate with OEM partners to support seamless integration of digital solutions from development through release

Develop automation tools and frameworks to enhance efficiency and expand test coverage

Establish and maintain validation standards, including reporting, documentation, and test bench management

Partner with project stakeholders to track timelines, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with program goals

Are you a proven embedded systems validation leader ready to drive OTA and connected vehicle testing excellence?

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

7+ years of experience in embedded systems validation or automotive/telematics testing

Advanced experience with OTA testing, including scenario design, edge case identification, and reliability validation

Strong expertise in embedded/device validation, including debugging complex system-level issues

Hands-on experience with CAN protocols (J1939, UDS) and tools such as CANalyzer or PCAN

Experience developing automation tools/scripts for test efficiency and scalability

Solid understanding of test strategy, coverage planning, and validation metrics

Familiarity with backend/cloud systems (Azure or AWS) for integration testing (basic level acceptable)

Experience working within Agile environments and PLM systems

Demonstrated ability to lead small teams and collaborate with external OEM partners

Strong documentation and communication skills