The Senior Test Lead role focuses on planning and executing automotive verification and validation activities for complex vehicle electronic systems using tools such as CANoe and CANalyzer ensuring robust protocol testing defect prevention and high quality delivery. The candidate will work from office in a day shift environment collaborate closely with cross functional teams and may travel as needed to customer or test locations.
Responsibilities
Lead end to end automotive verification and validation activities for electronic control systems ensuring comprehensive coverage of functional safety and performance requirements across assigned projects.
Oversee creation review and optimization of detailed test strategies and test plans for automotive protocols aligning test scope with system requirements and timeline commitments.
Provide guidance on design and execution of test cases using CANoe and CANalyzer ensuring accurate simulation monitoring and analysis of communication networks and protocol behavior.
Coordinate defect identification documentation and triage by collaborating with development teams to drive timely resolution and reduce defect leakage to later project phases.
Execute regression and robustness testing in a structured manner to validate fixes assess system stability and ensure consistent quality across software releases.
Analyze test results and logs from automotive communication tools to detect anomalies assess root causes and prepare clear evidence for issue reporting and product improvement.
Collaborate with cross functional stakeholders to prioritize test activities manage risk areas and ensure that verification efforts align with customer expectations and organizational quality objectives.
Manage daily test operations from office including resource allocation environment readiness and status tracking while maintaining transparency through concise reporting and dashboards.
Conduct reviews of test artefacts such as requirements traceability matrices test specifications and coverage reports to confirm completeness and alignment with verification standards.
Support planning and execution of on site or customer location test activities when travel is required ensuring readiness of test setups and effective coordination with local teams.
Drive continuous improvement of automotive verification and validation processes by proposing enhancements to test frameworks automation approaches and documentation practices.
Ensure compliance with relevant automotive standards and company quality policies while promoting a culture of disciplined testing and data driven decision making.
Communicate clearly in English in both written and spoken forms to present test findings participate in technical discussions and align project teams on quality outcomes.
Qualifications
Possess strong hands on experience in automotive verify and validate activities for vehicle electronic systems with a proven track record of delivering reliable test outcomes over multiple projects.
Demonstrate deep understanding of automotive communication protocols and their practical application in real world vehicle networks including configuration message analysis and timing evaluation.
Apply expert level proficiency in CANoe and CANalyzer to build test setups simulate network behavior capture traffic and interpret logs for verification and validation purposes.
Bring solid domain expertise in auto verification and validation enabling effective test design that reflects actual vehicle operating scenarios and edge cases.
Show ability to work effectively from office in a collaborative day shift environment coordinating with diverse teams and adapting quickly to project priorities.
Utilize strong English language skills for reading writing and speaking to document test artefacts interact with global stakeholders and contribute to clear technical communication.
Certifications Required
Preferred certification in automotive testing or ISTQB Foundation or equivalent validation certification related to automotive systems.
Job Summary
Advanced Mobile Applications Validation role focused on end to end validation of mobile applications in automotive environments ensuring robust quality across Android and iOS platforms. The position involves planning and executing verification activities designing scalable mobile test automation and collaborating with cross functional teams in a hybrid work model to deliver safe and reliable digital experiences for drivers and passengers.
Responsibilities
Lead comprehensive verification and validation activities for automotive mobile applications to ensure functional accuracy safety compliance and consistent performance across diverse devices and vehicle systems.
Oversee detailed test planning test case design and execution for Android and iOS mobile solutions that integrate with automotive platforms ensuring traceability to requirements and user scenarios.
Provide expert analysis of defects and root causes for mobile applications used in connected vehicles while collaborating with developers and product teams to drive timely and effective remediation.
Conduct rigorous mobile testing across different operating systems screen sizes and connectivity conditions to validate usability responsiveness and stability of automotive related apps.
Develop maintain and optimize mobile test automation frameworks for Android and iOS environments enabling efficient regression testing and faster release cycles for automotive products.
Execute end to end auto verification and validation workflows including integration testing with vehicle hardware abstractions and backend services to confirm reliable data exchange and system behavior.
Coordinate test activities in a hybrid work setup ensuring clear communication with onsite and remote stakeholders and maintaining alignment with day shift schedules and project timelines.
Perform systematic performance and reliability testing of mobile applications under real world automotive scenarios including travel when needed to customer sites or test tracks for on road validation.
Collaborate with designers and product owners to refine test coverage based on user journeys accessibility expectations and safety considerations in the context of digital experiences for drivers and passengers.
Document detailed test results risk assessments and quality metrics providing actionable insights that support release decisions and continuous improvement of automotive mobile software.
Support implementation of best practices in mobile test automation by introducing reusable components stable test data management and efficient execution strategies for complex automotive functionalities.
Engage with cross functional engineering and operations teams to ensure that verified mobile solutions align with company goals around safer mobility enhanced connectivity and greater societal impact.
Mentor junior test team members on automotive verification techniques and mobile testing methodologies promoting structured test design and rigorous validation culture within the project.
Qualifications
Demonstrate strong expertise in automotive verification and validation processes applying structured methods and industry standards to confirm system reliability in vehicle and mobile contexts.
Possess substantial hands on experience in mobile application development for Android and iOS enabling effective collaboration with development teams and informed design of test strategies.
Show advanced proficiency in mobile testing across functional integration system and regression levels with proven ability to design comprehensive test scenarios for complex apps.
Apply practical skills in mobile test automation using widely adopted frameworks and tools creating maintainable scripts that support continuous integration and frequent releases.
Utilize strong analytical and problem solving abilities to interpret test data prioritize defects and recommend quality improvements that align with automotive domain expectations.
Communicate clearly in English in both spoken and written form to coordinate with global stakeholders present test findings and contribute to documentation of quality processes.
Certifications Required
ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst certification or equivalent mobile testing or automation certification preferred
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
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Applicants for US based positions must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for US based positions.
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About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
