Test Architect for AD/ADAS, lincoln

Ready to inspire change?

Do you step forward when opportunity arises? What can you see that others don’t, in those around you? We’re on the lookout for inspirational managers who want to bring out the best in their people. If you can inspire a team and guide people towards growth, this is your chance. The world of mobility is changing. Come and make your mark.

Let's introduce ourselves
We are around 200 curious and engaged engineers in our department committed to delivering safe mobility for people by designing and delivering the complete customer experience for autonomous safety functions (AD&ADAS). Our cross-functional collaboration spans over many engineering disciplines from software, advanced sensors and electronics to mechanical engineering and attribute.
Our teams are also in close daily collaboration with our partner Zenseact as well as our internal teams in Shanghai, Sunnyvale and Singapore. In this position as Test Architect, you will play a key role in defining and rolling out our department wide strategies for an efficient test flow so we can move forwards towards a very fast release process.

What you'll do

As a Test Architect for the AD/ADAS Function, you will:

1. Define Testing Scope: Lead the effort to establish a clear and comprehensive scope for testing across our AD/ADAS products, addressing current gaps and eliminating redundant tests.
2. CI-Stage Testing Leadership: Develop and lead the implementation of testing strategies for different Continuous Integration (CI) stages to ensure confidence in each stage from a Functional perspective.
3. Collaboration: Work closely with needed interfaces to understand and prioritize our future testing needs, ensuring alignment with overall project goals. Serve as a subject matter expert and the go-to person for setting strategic directions within your field.
4. Test Automation Initiative: Lead the test automation initiative, driving the necessary cultural changes and collaborating with Engineering Managers (EMs) to integrate test automation into our processes.
5. Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with various teams to develop detailed test plans, ensure their implementation, and monitor progress to achieve testing milestones.
6. Mentor and Inspire: Mentor and inspire others within the organization, setting a positive example and fostering growth.
7. Community Contribution: Lead by example as an inspiring figure within the company-wide AD/ADAS community, actively contributing to its success.
8. Knowledge Sharing: Share your expertise to support others' development by organizing lunch-and-learns, publishing insights on internal and external blogs, and representing Volvo Cars at conferences and meetups.

What you'll bring

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled professional to lead our AD/ADAS efforts within a dynamic, cross-functional team. To be successful in this role, you should bring around 10 years of relevant experience in the automotive industry, with deep expertise in AD/ADAS systems, CI/CD, and test strategies. You will have a strong background in verification, validation, and integration within large-scale projects, and a proven ability to manage complex initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for project management, leadership, and talent development, as well as a solid technical foundation and hands-on experience. A background at the MSc level or equivalent is required, with a deep understanding of the complexities involved in AD/ADAS systems. You will work closely with other architects and teams across various areas, with a focus on providing direction and leadership for the AD/ADAS domain. This role requires someone who can take ownership, set strategic goals, and drive innovation while guiding the team to the next steps.

Fluency in English (both written and spoken) and a valid driving license are essential for this position. You will receive strong support and the freedom to implement impactful solutions that drive the future of our AD/ADAS initiatives.

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.

Once your application is successfully submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email. Applications are open until 28th 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!

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