Validation Engineer

Post Date

Jun 26, 2025

Location

Palo Alto,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94304
US
Sep 04, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

SJC-791557

Pay Rate

$62 - $77 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

A Fortune 500 automotive company is seeking two Validation Engineers to join our team. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in both hardware and software, with a focus on designing, building, and verifying automated test suites for real hardware and embedded software. These roles are integral to ensuring the integration of consumer electronics devices within the automotive space.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, build, and verify automated test suites for hardware and embedded software.
Conduct PIE testing and utilize Python for test development.
Work on hardware and software integration.
Develop and execute tests for networking and IoT devices, particularly in the consumer electronics domain.
Ensure devices are seamlessly integrated into automotive systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.
Utilize automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, etc.
Apply HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) and SIL (Software-in-the-Loop) testing methodologies.
Implement CI/CD processes to streamline development and testing.

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Required Skills & Experience

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field (Master's preferred).
3-4 years of experience in a relevant field.
Proficiency in Python and requirements-driven test development.
Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, etc.).
Hands-on experience with HIL/SIL testing.
Familiarity with Vector tools and Dspace.
Strong understanding of CI/CD processes.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with Android and iOS devices.
Knowledge of ISO 26262 standards.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.