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Software Test Architect to Core System Application Software

Software: fuel for mobility


We bring bold digital visions to life. So we’re on the lookout for more curious and creative engineers who want to create change – one line of high-quality code at a time. Our transformation isn't for everyone, but if you're excited about solving the leading-edge technological challenges facing the auto industry, then let’s talk about your next move. 

 

Let's introduce ourselves

We imagine that our friends and family are transported in a personal, sustainable, and safe way. We visualize an environmentally friendly car that autonomously drives us to work or that it drives our children to school and that we can feel perfectly fine about it. What we build is a fully electric, connected, and super safe Volvo Car. But the software architecture in our latest cars is complex. And ensuring excellent software quality adhering to the defined architecture and software standards is of utmost importance.

What you'll do

You will join the Test engineering section in ‘Core System Application Software (CSAS)’ department within the broad Volvo Cars Engineering organization. We are responsible for Test governance, development of Software-In-Loop (SIL) test framework, tests and test tooling for the software in the High-Performance core system of the Vehicle computer unit. We set Test strategy, Test architecture, deliverables, frameworks, patterns, and policies related to software quality. We are leading with an initiative called Test Case Library to make software quality status transparent, improve test coverage, facilitate test reuse and provide technical enablers to deploy tests in both SIL and HIL (Hardware-In-Loop) environments. We also act as development support by working together with teams to succeed with development and integration.

The location is Lund, Sweden.

Main responsibilities
•    Develop Test strategies together with engineering teams and communicate to the broader organisation
•    Develop Test architecture in accordance with the product software architecture to facilitate shift-left iterative testing
•    Evangelise Test Case Library and drive engagement and contribution into it from various engineering teams
•    Support engineering teams in Test development - review Test cases and automated test execution
•    Support Test governance and Quality Assurance activities to ensure quality on main software branch
•    Create and maintain scope for integration testing
•    Represent ‘CSAS Test engineering section’ in various internal fora and support software test initiatives
•    Navigate ambiguity, complexity and provide technical direction 
•    Pitch in with hands-on work as needed 
 

What you'll bring

We are looking for you who is a solution-oriented driver at heart and is a natural with Technical leadership. You are humble, proactive, collaborative and have a quality-oriented mindset. Skills you should have:

•    At least 10 years of experience from working with Software Development
•    At least 4 years of experience as a Test architect or similar role
•    Experience developing Test strategies for large scale embedded software development
•    Experience in Test & Test framework development, Test analysis and Test automation in CI/CD operations
•    Experience building Software-in-loop Test infrastructure
•    Hands-on development experience in Python, PyTest, C/C++
•    Strong communication, strategic thinking, multitasking, problem-solving, and planning skills
•    Excellent networker and cross-functional team player with a can-do mindset
•    Fluency in spoken and written English

Meritorious:

•    Knowledge of AUTOSAR, ASPICE, V-Model, ISO 26262, CAN/LIN (automotive)
•    Experience with Requirements management
•    Knowledge of Configuration management, Branching, Variant management
•    Bazel, Ansible
•    Experience within automotive and from working in an international environment
•    Experience from creating Test metrics visualization and reporting dashboards
 


Ready to Take the Next Step?


Please submit your application through our career page. Due to GDPR regulations, we’re unable to store or consider applications from other platforms. Make sure to submit your application in English.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to Talent Acquisition Partner Lotta Ericsson at lotta.ericsson@volvocars.com. For specific questions about the position, please reach out to Hiring Manager Shubhabrata Paul at shubhabrata.paul@volvocars.com.


Once your application is successfully submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email. Applications are open until 19th of March 2025. We’re excited to get to know you! 

 


Volvo Cars – driving change together


Volvo Cars’ success is the result of a collaborative, diverse and inclusive working environment. Today, we’re one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with around 43,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations, so you can reach your fullest potential.

 

And it’s so exciting – we’re well on our way on our journey towards full electrification. We have five fully electric cars already on the market, and five more on the way. Our fully-electric and plug-in hybrid cars combined make up almost 50 per cent of our sales. So come and join us in shaping the future of mobility. There’s never been a more rewarding time to play your part in our inspiring and creative teams!

#LI-LOTTA #LI-ONSITE

 

Lund, SE, 22363

Job requisition ID:  75939

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