Embedded Software V&V Engineer – (Development & Execution)

Company Description

With a proud history dating back 140 years, the Bosch Group now employs over 413,000 people across 60 countries incorporating 150 nationalities. As a leading IoT company, Bosch offers innovative solutions for smart homes, smart cities, connected mobility, and connected manufacturing. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to facilitate connected living and innovations for a connected life. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.” To this day, Bosch remains privately owned, with 94% held by a charitable trust. Bosch is a rather special company. With its more than 470 locations worldwide, the Bosch Group has been carbon neutral overall (scopes 1 & 2 of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard) since 2020. This is achieved with four levers: improving energy efficiency, generating energy from renewable sources, purchasing green electricity, and offsetting residual CO₂ emissions with carbon credits. Visit sustainability.bosch.com for further information on the Bosch Group’s sustainability strategy.

Bosch Australia’s Vehicle Motion Control team is responsible for the development of hardware and software systems that improve vehicle safety and agility for our mostly automotive customers. Our customer base is global having engineered projects and solutions for Europe, North America, China, Japan, Malaysia and Korea.

Bosch is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applicants of all backgrounds.

Job Description

We currently have an opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Embedded Software V&V Engineer to join our Vehicle Motion Control team. You will be responsible for the black box testing and validation of cutting-edge embedded software for automotive closed-loop systems.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity based at our Head Office in Clayton, which may involve occasional domestic and international travel.

Job highlights:

• Work with state-of-the-art Bosch Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems.
• Directly influence the safety and performance of next-generation vehicle technology.
• A sensational opportunity to grow your career, with the potential for a technical leadership role.
• Join a dynamic and enjoyable workplace at a global technology leader, with great employee benefits and potential for international travel and assignments.

Key Accountabilities include:

• Analysing system and software requirements to develop comprehensive and robust test specifications.
• Design, develop, and execute black box tests for embedded software on closed-loop HIL systems.
• Ensuring validation activities align with the software development lifecycle, particularly within the V-model framework.
• Evaluating test results, identify software defects, and collaborate with the development team to ensure precise defect recording and resolution.
• Proactively investigate, diagnose, and correct faults within the HIL test environment to ensure accurate system behaviour and simulation integrity.
• Design and develop automation solutions and scripts to continuously improve test execution efficiency.
• Manage and coordinate test execution activities with local and global teams to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Provide technical leadership and training on software testing processes and best practices.

Qualifications

We are looking for a self-motivated, communicative "go-getter" who thrives in a dynamic environment, proactively takes ownership of complex testing challenges, and collaborates effectively with local and global teams.

To be considered for this position you are required to meet the following criteria:

• An Engineering Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, Computer systems, Software or equivalent qualification.
• Deep understanding of the V-model and how software validation fits into the development lifecycle.
• Practical experience with requirements management tools, specifically IBM DOORS, to analyze specifications and write test cases.
• Hands-on experience working with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test environments, including system-level troubleshooting and debugging.
• Strong programming/scripting skills (e.g., Python, Perl, CAPL) to build and maintain test automation scripts.
• Prior experience in coordinating tasks within the test team.
• A highly communicative, self-motivated individual with a "go-getter" attitude, capable of working autonomously and driving initiatives forward.

Other desirable experience that would be strongly considered:

• Holder of Test certification (e.g. I.S.T.Q.B or equivalent).
• Experience within the Automotive Industry.

Additional Information

We recognise that our employees are our greatest asset. Through the diversity of our business and commitment to personal and career development, we can provide you with new and exciting opportunities so you can achieve your full potential!

We offer our employees:

• The ability to work flexibly
• Training and development programs to help you reach your full potential
• 14 weeks paid (or 28 weeks at half-pay) Parental Leave for primary carer (in addition to government paid parental leave)
• Superannuation on unpaid Parental Leave
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• A wide range of Health and Well-being programs
• Support and counselling services with work or personal matters through our Employee Assistance Program
• Up to 50 weeks Income Protection for permanent employees
• Diverse and exciting career opportunities, both local and international
• Discounts on Bosch products and as well as products from affiliated brands

Your application

We are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and diverse workforce in all its forms.  We value diversity in our organisation and in our recruitment activities and believe that every voice adds value. We actively pursue a recruiting strategy that works towards eliminating unconscious bias. To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through the online application link.

Please note: You need to be an Australian citizen, or hold Australian work rights, to apply for this role.

Bosch does not accept any agency submissions unless approval has been given by a member of the Bosch HR Team. All agency submissions must be submitted directly to Bosch HR. Potential candidates submitted by an agency directly to any Bosch employee or manager without Bosch HR approval will not be considered by Bosch. Bosch will not be liable for a recruitment fee in these circumstances. Any agency terms and conditions must be signed by Bosch HR indicating acceptance.