Sr. Embedded Software Validation Engineer

Position Summary

The Senior Embedded Software Validation Engineer at Orange EV is responsible for validating, verifying, and testing embedded vehicle control software for new and existing products. This role ensures software quality, reliability, and functional correctness across vehicle systems through structured validation strategies, simulation, and hands-on testing. The engineer works closely with software development, systems, hardware, manufacturing, and supplier teams to validate vehicle functionality ranging from charging and operation to communication interfaces and remote drive capabilities.

Position Responsibilities

• Software Validation & Testing
• Perform functional, integration, and regression testing of embedded control software across vehicle controllers and displays.
• Develop, execute, and maintain test cases, test procedures, and validation documentation.
• Identify gaps in existing test coverage and implement improvements to enhance overall software quality.
• Simulation & Test Infrastructure
• Develop and implement simulation-based testing for embedded systems consisting of multiple interacting controllers.
• Support validation activities using vehicle communication interfaces such as CAN and Ethernet.
• Issue Analysis & Production Support
• Troubleshoot software issues in new and existing products to determine root cause with minimal supervision.
• Provide on-site support for production software issues as required.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve defects efficiently and prevent recurrence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with software, hardware, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration across vehicle subsystems, including propulsion, hydraulic, pneumatic, and cab systems.
• Interface with suppliers to support firmware updates and improvements.
• Collaborate with sales and product teams to understand customer requirements and validation needs.
• Project & Process Execution
• Communicate validation progress and issues using internal project management and tracking tools.
• Ensure validation activities meet defined performance, quality, cost, and timing requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of validation processes and methodologies.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronic, or Computer Engineering from an accredited university or other Engineering degree with relevant industry experience
• At least 5-7 years’ experience working with embedded systems
• Familiar with vehicle communication interfaces and tools like CAN, Ethernet etc.
• Experience with HIL testing environment is highly recommended
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and with a team
• Proficiency with Python and C programming languages

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous product development experience of Heavy Equipment
• Experience with development for functional safety standards – ISO 26262

EEO Employer

Orange EV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks diversity in candidates for employment.