Manager, Software Validation Engineering
Manager, Software Validation Engineering
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Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to financially sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this opportunity currently.
About Slate
At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and love and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.
Who we are looking for:
The Manager Software Validation Engineering will lead the software verification and validation team responsible for integrating electrical modules in vehicles from concept through launch. This individual will develop and execute test strategies using tools like HIL component benches and automation environments while ensuring software meets quality and program milestones. The manager will also mentor technical staff oversee defect tracking and drive continuous improvement in testing processes.
What you get to do:
- Manage the software verification and validation team for the integration of vehicle electrical modules.
- Mentor team members and promote continuous learning and development.
- Manage and lead the strategy and execution of software DVP&R using Hardware-in-loop (HIL) plywood buck component bench and vehicle testing during different phases of the program from concept to launch.
- Manage the creation and execution of test automation test environments software test plans and conduct reviews for software release process to stakeholders. Support system verification and validation tasks.
- Work with cross-functional and program teams to develop roadmaps identify risks and drive the execution of software verification and validation tasks to ensure program milestones are achieved.
- Oversee test case development test execution and defect / bug tracking.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance validation coverage efficiency and traceability.
- Provide regular communications on project status risks quality of software status requirements vs test metrics/traceability and resources related issues to project stakeholders and management.
What you bring to the team:
- Bachelors degree in Software Engineering Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Systems Engineering or a related field is required. Masters degree is preferred.
- 15 years of software engineering and software validation experience with a proven track record of successfully validating automotive modules.
- 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Experience leading a highly technical team and capability to provide technical direction in terms of strategy and execution aligning with strategic plans and initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of embedded systems automotive networks (CAN LIN etc.) and validation tools (CANoe CANape CANDiva etc.).
- Experience with defect / bug tracking and requirements management (Polarion DOORS Jira etc.)
- Track record of engaging with suppliers and engineering teams and developing trusted relationships influencing them through SW architecture and technology.
- Track record of meeting deliverables on-time and on-specification.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills including communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced automotive development environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook Teams Word Excel PowerPoint).
Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to travel domestically (up to 10%).
- Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Must have the ability to stand walk and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Why Join Team Slate
Were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. Slates start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.
- Safety First
- Delight Customers
- One Team
- Relentless Improvement
- Fast Frugal and Scrappy
- Respectful Collaboration
- Positive Legacy
We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.
- Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
- Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at .
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
