Staff Software Validation Engineer
Position OverviewAs a Software Validation Engineer on the BMS Software team, you will be supporting development, testing, and release of new BMS software builds for Proterra s existing and upcoming battery products.
About the Role You will:
Work closely with the controls, electronics, and cell development teams as well as other critical stakeholders to develop test cases to ensure software functionality meets the BMS software requirementsResponsible for executing tests of the BMS software functionality on individual packs, multi-pack systems, unique test setups, and a future HIL test benchIdentify the need for, develop, and maintain automated scripts to efficiently execute test cases and build out existing regression test suite.
Work with the larger test team to build and maintain test setups including but not limited to battery cyclers, data logging tools, and fault injection setups.
Review validation test results and work to identify and clearly document unexpected behavior or failed test cases including software bugs.
Work with the controls engineering team to understand software behavior and resolve test failures in a timely manner.
Create validation reports including a summary of outcomes, detailed test results, and critical KPIsClearly communicate ongoing validation status to all stakeholdersSupport field issue resolution by recreating failures and working with stakeholders to help root cause and resolve software and system problems.
About Our Group:
This role is part of the larger Battery Technology Team.
The Battery Technology Team s work is guided by our team values:
Purpose:
We work towards a sustainable future for all by leading battery technology development and enabling electrification in every sector of transportation.
Initiative:
We encourage taking ownership to find creative solutions to challenges.
We re not afraid to fail.
Humility:
We recognize when we re not the expert, ask for help when needed, and change our minds when we get new information.
Critical Thinking:
We are both creative and analytical.
We break problems down to the fundamentals and question assumptions.
Intellectual Challenge:
We are continuously learning and growing so that we can strategically tackle hard problems that push the industry forward.
Community & Diversity:
We actively work to build a supportive space where people from diverse backgrounds can bring their whole selves to work, connect meaningfully, and grow both as individuals and as a group.
Kindness:
We re more productive when we treat each other with empathy and respect.
We support each other and offer meaningful help.
Fun:
We purposefully create outlets to take breaks and have fun.
We believe we should be inspired by our jobs and each other.
You will report to the Manager of Battery Software and collaborate with other engineering team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA, manufacturing facility in Greer, SC, and other remote sites.
About You:
ProactiveAble to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organizationCustomer-focused attitudeAble to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrityDetail-oriented, resourceful, and diligentFlexible and open to changeDemonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills including challenging assumptionsAble to prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyExcellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skillsYour Experience Includes:
7
years of relevant experience in automotive controls, BMS software, and/or embedded software development test or validationExperience with electric vehicles, battery management systems, charging systems, and/or power electronicsWorking knowledge of automotive communication protocols such as CAN, UDS, and J1939Working knowledge of CAN interface tools such as Vector CANalyzerBS/MS/PhD in ME/EE/CE/CSTravel:
0 - 10%Compensation Range:
$137,861 - $186,517 annuallyJob SummaryRequisition Number:
STAFF003741Job Category:
EngineeringSchedule:
Full-Time.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
About the Role You will:
Work closely with the controls, electronics, and cell development teams as well as other critical stakeholders to develop test cases to ensure software functionality meets the BMS software requirementsResponsible for executing tests of the BMS software functionality on individual packs, multi-pack systems, unique test setups, and a future HIL test benchIdentify the need for, develop, and maintain automated scripts to efficiently execute test cases and build out existing regression test suite.
Work with the larger test team to build and maintain test setups including but not limited to battery cyclers, data logging tools, and fault injection setups.
Review validation test results and work to identify and clearly document unexpected behavior or failed test cases including software bugs.
Work with the controls engineering team to understand software behavior and resolve test failures in a timely manner.
Create validation reports including a summary of outcomes, detailed test results, and critical KPIsClearly communicate ongoing validation status to all stakeholdersSupport field issue resolution by recreating failures and working with stakeholders to help root cause and resolve software and system problems.
About Our Group:
This role is part of the larger Battery Technology Team.
The Battery Technology Team s work is guided by our team values:
Purpose:
We work towards a sustainable future for all by leading battery technology development and enabling electrification in every sector of transportation.
Initiative:
We encourage taking ownership to find creative solutions to challenges.
We re not afraid to fail.
Humility:
We recognize when we re not the expert, ask for help when needed, and change our minds when we get new information.
Critical Thinking:
We are both creative and analytical.
We break problems down to the fundamentals and question assumptions.
Intellectual Challenge:
We are continuously learning and growing so that we can strategically tackle hard problems that push the industry forward.
Community & Diversity:
We actively work to build a supportive space where people from diverse backgrounds can bring their whole selves to work, connect meaningfully, and grow both as individuals and as a group.
Kindness:
We re more productive when we treat each other with empathy and respect.
We support each other and offer meaningful help.
Fun:
We purposefully create outlets to take breaks and have fun.
We believe we should be inspired by our jobs and each other.
You will report to the Manager of Battery Software and collaborate with other engineering team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA, manufacturing facility in Greer, SC, and other remote sites.
About You:
ProactiveAble to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organizationCustomer-focused attitudeAble to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrityDetail-oriented, resourceful, and diligentFlexible and open to changeDemonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills including challenging assumptionsAble to prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyExcellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skillsYour Experience Includes:
7
years of relevant experience in automotive controls, BMS software, and/or embedded software development test or validationExperience with electric vehicles, battery management systems, charging systems, and/or power electronicsWorking knowledge of automotive communication protocols such as CAN, UDS, and J1939Working knowledge of CAN interface tools such as Vector CANalyzerBS/MS/PhD in ME/EE/CE/CSTravel:
0 - 10%Compensation Range:
$137,861 - $186,517 annuallyJob SummaryRequisition Number:
STAFF003741Job Category:
EngineeringSchedule:
Full-Time.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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