Software engineer - Infotainment tester with Python

Overview

Join HARMAN's Automotive Software Engineering team as an Infotainment Test Engineer to validate next-generation automotive infotainment systems, build Python-based automated test frameworks, execute testing, and support high-quality software delivery for automotive products.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, and execute test cases for automotive infotainment systems.
• Develop and maintain test automation frameworks using Python.
• Perform functional, integration, regression, system, and end-to-end testing.
• Validate multimedia, connectivity, navigation, HMI, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay features.
• Analyze software requirements and create comprehensive test plans and test strategies.
• Debug issues, perform root cause analysis, and work closely with development teams for resolution.
• Execute test campaigns on actual hardware platforms and simulators.
• Track, report, and manage defects using defect management tools.
• Participate in Agile development processes, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Generate test reports, quality metrics, and release sign-off documentation.

What you'll need

• 3 to 6 years of experience in Automotive Infotainment Testing.
• Strong programming and scripting experience in Python.
• Good understanding of test automation frameworks and test methodologies.
• Hands-on experience validating infotainment features such as Media, Connectivity, Navigation, Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Voice, and HMI.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, or Ethernet.
• Knowledge of Linux and Android-based infotainment platforms.
• Experience using test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA, ALM, or Azure DevOps.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or related field.
• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in Automotive Infotainment Testing.
• Proven experience in Python-based test automation.
• Strong understanding of automotive software quality processes and testing lifecycle.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and global engineering environment.

Nice to have

• Experience with Robot Framework, PyTest, or other Python-based automation frameworks.
• Exposure to Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) processes.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automation integration.
• Experience with CANoe, CANalyzer, or Vector tools.
• Understanding of embedded systems and automotive software architecture.
• Exposure to cloud-connected vehicle services and OTA testing.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 and automotive cybersecurity concepts.

Details

• Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Kalyani Platina.
• Work from Office environment with in-person collaboration.
• Most office-based roles are onsite five days a week.