Software Test Engineer

Job Title: Software Test Automation EngineerJob Description As a Software Validation Engineer, you will be tasked with understanding product requirements and designing test cases to validate those requirements on production software. You will be responsible for designing, developing, automating, and executing software tests for high-profile products. The role involves performing testing in complex multi-ECU test setups or in test vehicles. A solid understanding of vehicle network architectures and knowledge of important infotainment features is desired. Responsibilities + Translate product requirements into software test validation steps. + Design and execute test methods and automation scripts for requirements verification purposes at multiple integration/solution levels. + Use Test Management tools for test planning, review, execution monitoring, proficient key metrics interpretation, and reporting of Test Results. + Use defect management tools for defect creation and monitoring of resolution. + Fully understand and apply standards and tools for pipeline development. + Follow code artisanship best practices, quality and security standards, and contribute to their improvement. Essential Skills + 4 years of professional experience on Software/Requirements Verification projects. + 2 years of Python coding experience using object-oriented methods. + Knowledge in how to use JIRA tools for Test Automation. + Strong experience in Software Testing with preferred experience in Automotive Infotainment testing. + Experience in various tools used for software testing including test management and defect management tools. + Experience in performing both manual and automated test execution. + Experience in manual and automated test case design. Additional Skills & Qualifications + 4 years of Automotive Infotainment testing experience. + 2 years of AI cloud testing experience. + Experience with Electrical Architecture, Functional Architecture, or Software Architecture. + Knowledge of Android Automotive and GAS applications. + Effective use of software configuration management, source control, DevSecOps, CI/CD, etc. + Experience with Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for test automation. + BS in Software or Engineering. Work Environment This is an on-site position, based in an engineering office and electronics lab. The work environment involves using sophisticated technologies and equipment, with a focus on collaboration within agile teams and interaction with both internal and external suppliers. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dearborn, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $42.30 - $50.74/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Dearborn,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-03-30