Job Description
Vehicle Test Automation Scripter
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Milford Proving Ground in Milford (MI) three times per week at minimum.
At General Motors our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen but to be felt. Were turning todays impossible into tomorrows standard from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design intelligent software and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day our products move millions of peopleas we aim to makedriving safer smarter and more connected shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
The Role
As a Vehicle Test Automation Scripter you will design build and maintain robust automated test solutions that ensure the quality and reliability of vehicle software across multiple programs and features. You will partner closely with Test Champions and crossfunctional teams to translate test needs into scalable automation reduce test setup time and improve overall team efficiency.
This role is highly collaborative and impactdriven with clear measures of success around script stability code quality and ontime delivery of work. You will also perform core Vehicle Software Test Engineer responsibilities including owning test requests endtoend building test plans executing tests triaging defects and reporting results.
What Youll Do
Design develop and maintain robust reusable robot scripts that minimize scriptrelated failures and support multiple programs and features.
Partner with Test Champions to meet scripting needs and deliver customized solutions for active test requests.
Apply proficiency in scripting tools and languages (Robot Framework Autobot Python VSpy Automation PowerShell etc.) to build automation scripts and contribute enhancements to AIRE tools templates and workflows adopted by the team.
Participate in sprint planning and complete assigned stories within sprint or release timelines.
Ensure code quality through appropriate sanity testing and effective GitHub practices including submitting PRs and participating in code reviews.
Maintain clear accurate documentation for both technical and nontechnical audiences to support reuse and onboarding.
Demonstrate continuous technical development and apply new skills directly to production tests and automation solutions.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
2 years of experience in software development and/or software test automation ideally in complex systems.
Strong proficiency in one or more scripting/programming languages (specifically Python and Robot Framework) and comfort learning new tools as needed.
Handson experience developing and executing automated and manual test cases including defect logging and triage.
Familiarity with GitHub or similar source control platforms including pull requests and code review participation.
Strong collaboration and teamwork skills with a proven ability to work effectively across functions and with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to manage work across multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities in a fastpaced crossfunctional environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.
Demonstrated integrity accountability and ownership mindset.
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with a focus on root cause and longterm solutions.
Valid drivers license and ability to operate test vehicles as required for test activities.
What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)
Experience with automotive software platforms and diagnostic tools (e.g. Vehicle Spy INCA).
Advanced experience with test automation frameworks (especially Autobot Robot Framework and Python) and automation of vehiclelevel tests.
Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and/or lab automation environments.
Full vehicle integration or endtoend validation experience across multiple modules or domains.
Proven track record of driving process improvements and standardization in test or automation workflows.
Ability to mentor others in scripting tools and automation best practices.
Strong ability to clearly communicate risks blockers and tradeoffs to technical and nontechnical partners.
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