ABOUT SLATEAt Slate, we're 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 FORA detail-oriented Validation Engineer with approximately 5 years of experience in automotive software or systems validation. This position is responsible for verification and validation of vehicle telematics systems, including mobile application interfaces, vehicle communication protocols, and OTA update functionality.
WHAT YOU GET TO DOIn this position, you will get to:
- Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for vehicle telematics systems, including mobile application interfaces, vehicle ECU communication, and cloud / server integrations.
- Perform functional, regression, integration, and system-level validation of vehicle-side telematics components and mobile application connectivity features (Android and iOS).
- Validate connectivity features including remote access, diagnostics, and Flash Over-The-Air (FOTA) updates against defined requirements.
- Develop and maintain test environments, test benches, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) setups to simulate real-world vehicle and network conditions.
- Identify, document, and track software and system defects through to resolution using defect management workflows.
- Provide clear, reproducible bug reports with supporting logs, traces, and network captures to accelerate root cause analysis.
- Report validation status, test coverage metrics, and risk assessments to cross-functional stakeholders and program leadership.
- Collaborate with systems and software engineers to clarify requirements and ensure alignment between design intent and test criteria.
- Engage with third party hardware and software suppliers to define acceptance criteria, execute joint validation activities, and verify supplier deliverables.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer engineering, Computer or Information Science, or related degree.
- 5 years of experience in software or systems validation, preferably in the automotive or connected devices domain.
- Hands-on experience testing mobile applications (Android and/or iOS)
- Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN-FD, UDS) and familiarity with diagnostic tools such as CANoe and CANalyzer.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to root cause analysis and defect isolation.
- Ability to write clear, concise, and thorough test documentation including test plans, test cases, and validation reports.
Salary Range: The compensation for this position is the range Slate reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; work location; and other relevant business and organizational factors.
Base Pay Range (Annual)
96,332.80 - 144,499.20 USD Annual
Additional Compensation and Benefits: Slate offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in the equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?At Slate, we're fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move 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.
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