Validation & Vehicle Strategy

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced V&V Strategist to define and lead end-to-end Verification & Validation strategies for next-generation automotive systems.

The role focuses on driving automation, continuous testing, and functional safety compliance while enabling scalable and efficient V&V practices across global teams.

Vehicle Level Testing Strategy experience is preferred and new Vehicle scenarios to be established.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement V&V strategy across system, integration, and component levels
• Establish scalable test automation frameworks and continuous testing pipelines (nightly, weekly, regression)
• Drive innovation and efficiency in V&V through tools, processes, and new technologies
• Collaborate with global stakeholders to align V&V practices and ensure high-quality delivery
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards, including ISO 26262
• Mentor teams and build V&V competency through structured training and guidance

Required Skills & Expertise

• Strong experience in automotive V&V, including ADAS systems
• Expertise in safety, security, and degradation testing
• Proven track record in test automation framework development
• Experience with CI/CT tools: Jenkins, Azure Cloud, GitHub
• Certifications (Preferred)ISTQB Advanced Level (Test Manager / Analyst / Technical)Hands-on experience with ISO 26262 lifecycle and compliance
• Experience and knowhow of Security Testing and standards
• Knowledge of ASPICE practices and assessments is an advantage
• Success Metrics (KPIs)Increase in test automation coverage (%)Reduction in defect leakage to higher test levels / production
• Improvement in test execution cycle time (CI/CT efficiency)Compliance with functional safety and quality standards
• Team capability growth and skill development outcomes

BE/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech

12-18 years