HMI Validation Engineer

**Job Summary** We are seeking skilled HMI Validation Engineers to support validation activities for next-generation automotive infotainment platforms with a Tier-1 automotive customer. The role involves manual validation, test development, automation, and verification of Android-based infotainment and HMI functionalities, including audio, radio, and connectivity modules. Candidates should be comfortable working in flexible shifts (morning/evening) based on release timelines, project milestones, and coordination with global engineering teams. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** · Execute manual validation of automotive HMI and infotainment features on hardware benches and target devices · Create, maintain, and execute detailed test cases and test scenarios using ALM tools (preferably Polarion) · Develop and enhance automated test scripts using Python and/or ECU-TEST · Validate Android-based infotainment systems, UI flows, and user interactions · Perform testing for audio and connectivity features including: · AM/FM Radio \* Bluetooth Audio (A2DP, HFP) · Media playback and audio routing · Validate automotive communication protocols such as CAN and SOME/IP · Utilize Vector tools including CANoe and CANalyzer for simulation, debugging, and protocol analysis \* Analyze logs, identify defects, and collaborate with development teams for issue resolution · Support regression testing, integration testing, and release validation activities · Contribute to validation strategies, test plans, and technical documentation **REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE CORE EXPERIENCE** · 4+ years of experience in Automotive Infotainment or HMI Validation · Strong exposure to Android Automotive or Android-based infotainment platforms · Hands-on experience in manual testing, validation, and test case creation · Experience with Polarion or equivalent ALM/test management tools AUTOMATION & VALIDATION TOOLS · Experience in test automation using ECU-TEST and/or Python · Working knowledge of Vector tools such as CANoe and CANalyzer · Familiarity with HIL, SIL, and bench validation environments protocols & Communication · Strong understanding of CAN protocol · Exposure to SOME/IP is preferred · Knowledge of automotive ECU communication and diagnostics FUNCTIONAL · EXPERTISE · Audio validation including AM/FM, Bluetooth, and media features · Bluetooth profiles such as A2DP and HFP · Infotainment integration testing and end-user workflow validation **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** · Prior experience working with Tier-1 automotive suppliers · Exposure to OEM validation and release processes · Understanding of ASPICE and/or ISO 26262 standards · Experience validating multi-display, cluster, or cockpit integration systems Pay: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour Work Location: In person