Job Description

Description :

Software Integration and Test Leader

Transforming how we interact with our vehicles to make the driving experience more enjoyable, connected and safe

Be a Part of the Technology Revolution

There has never been a more exciting time to be part of a cockpit electronics and electrification technology company like Visteon. The mobility industry is transforming how we interact with our vehicles to make the driving experience more enjoyable, connected and safe.

Technology is at the heart of that transformation and is fueling the digital, electric and autonomous evolution of our global automotive customers. Our core products align with key industry trends and include digital instrument clusters, displays, Android-based infotainment systems, domain controllers, advanced driver assistance systems and wireless battery management systems for electric vehicles.

The Mission of this Role:

To define and execute a seamless software integration and test strategy using appropriate tools and framework with the right level of automation. To define, educate and enforce integration practices that contribute to high quality with efficient build and cost control. Ensures effective coordination with internal stakeholders by creating long-term and short-term project targets, effectively balancing competing initiatives, allocating relevant resources, and serving as primary technical contact for project communications. Looks for technological changes and defines the roadmap for testing. Builds on capacity and capability to handle testing for multiple projects.

Scope:

Responsible for establishing an integration environment and test strategy with the concept of DevOps, and guidelines for projects for an efficient build. Works towards having a high level of automation in the integration and release process. Responsible for defining and publishing integration performance metrics, static analysis reports, test results for multiple projects and performance metrics for monitoring of quality

Accountabilities and Success Measures

Key Accountability

% of Time spent

Success Measure

Design and develop implementation and test strategy

Defines and establishes an integration environment and test framework/strategy with the concept of DevOps and guidelines for projects.

Woks to manage, document and improve the software release process and define the roadmap for testing in line with the changes in technology.

Ensures common code base and branching strategies are well defined and implemented.

30%

Schedule adherence

Optimal and state-of- the-art integration framework - defined v/s rolled out

Execution and tracking of the test plan

Establishes guidelines for adherence to the software release process for every internal and external release.

Monitors and manages the strategy and project execution and defined metrics on a regular basis. Works to identify gaps in available integration services, and on remediation strategies to ensure stability as the technologies evolve.

Ensures process documents / artefacts are maintained and continuously improved, builds the ecosystem for continuous learning and sharing of best practices across projects.

Collaborates with the development team to support release planning, estimation, and delivery processes using Agile methodologies

Collaborates with testing and development in order to fix software build issues, and provide training on integration and release workflow.

30%

Zero build failures

Consistent integration testing and deployment processes across projects

Time between development and deployment

Quality of deliverables No. of reusable artefacts

Reporting and documentation

Implements well defined FOSS compliance and reporting out strategy.

Responsible for publishing integration performance metrics, static analysis reports and test results.

Responsible for reporting test status and quality for every project.

15%

Schedule adherence and accuracy of metrics reported

Zero non-compliance on process

Automation and process improvement

Evaluates and develops tools and techniques to deploy and achieve automation in the integration and release process.

Ensures full test coverage of the requirements that include Manual and Automation tests (Bench, Vehicle).

Works closely with the Engineering IT team for optimal use of available tools and servers.

10%

Percentage of effort saved

80%+ level of automation achieved

Building competencies

Works to ensure a high level of domain and product knowledge for each member of the integration team.

Works to consistently build the right levels of capabilities and acts as a coach, provides informal leadership to guide the team

15%

Time to recovery in case of issues

Resource availability and capabilities to meet the requirements

Budget and Team Responsibilities:

Financial

Non-Financial

No Direct Revenue Responsibilities

Delivery within the integration and release plan and strategy

Costs and Budgets

Direct reportees: Principal Integration Engineer

Indirect reportees: Integration Engineering Team

Reporting Layer from CEO:

Key Interactions:

External & Nature of interaction

Internal & Nature of interaction

Interacts with vendors for tools and licenses

Collaborates with internal stakeholders for monitoring and execution of the integration, release, and execution of the test plan.

Key Experience required:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Masters preferred)
• 15+ years of automotive software development, integration experience
• Experience in continuous improvement and build process
• Good knowledge of software development life cycle
• Capable of handling large teams and execute strategies defined
• Strong knowledge of automotive and domain features and different functions
• Experience in Agile/SCRUM terminologies
• Expertise in DevOps process, tools and methodologies
• Expertise in Jenkins (Plugins) Job Creation , scheduling , Maintenance, Jenkins pipelining & Networking basics
• Solution oriented to overcome business and technical challenges to achieve set goals

Technical and Functional Competencies

• Knowledge of Automotive SPICE
• Knowledge of configuration management
• CLM Tools (DNG, RTC)
• GIT
• Automotive network tools
• Debuggers
• Hardware measurement tools
• Proven experience in across the product development lifecycle
• Process Improvement
• Should have a deep passion and drive for results
• Exposure and Expertise in Integration/Build and deployment techniques
• Expertise in tools like Jenkins, Docker, Artifactory etc
• Exposure and expertise in Test methodologies and test Automation for embedded systems

Key leadership skills:

Lead from the front

Inspire change

Build strong teams

Lead the market

Skillful communicator

Technology expert

Disruption driver

More Good Reasons to Work for Visteon Focusing on the Future

Our company strategy focuses on leading the evolution of automotive digital cockpits and safety solutions. This strategy is driven by constant innovation, and you will support our efforts through your role. We are recognized across the industry for innovation. We have a strong book of business that is expected to drive future growth, along with a customer base that includes almost every automotive manufacturer in the world.

Company Culture

Working at Visteon is a journey in which our employees can develop their strengths and advance their careers while making a difference globally. Join us and help change the world and how we interact with our vehicles. Visteon is where the best technical talent creates the future. Learn more about our culture here.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Visteon offers competitive salaries and benefits and an environment that encourages employees to achieve their career goals.

About Visteon

Visteon is the only global automotive technology company solely focused on designing, engineering and manufacturing innovative cockpit electronics and connected car solutions - the fastest-growing segment in the industry. Our technologies create a more enjoyable, safe and connected driving experience.

Headquartered in Van Buren Township, Michigan, United States, Visteon employs about 11,000 diverse people at more than 40 facilities in 18 countries. Visteon had sales of approximately $3 billion in 2019. Learn more at www.visteon.com.

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