Senior Validation & Verification Engineer - System Integration Tech Lead

Description
General Motors Israel (Herzelia) takes a significant part in shaping the autonomous vehicle. We shape the face of the future vehicles in diverse fields by developing cutting edge technologies.
GM Israel takes a significant part in transforming traditional cars into software-defined vehicles (SDV).
We are seeking an experienced Senior Validation and Verification Engineer with deep expertise in complex system integration , covering both hardware and software components . The ideal candidate will lead validation activities across the full lifecycle - from requirement review through integration and test execution - using Python-based automation frameworks within a Linux-based environment . This position also includes acting as the technical lead , guiding the team, driving strategic decisions, and ensuring effective collaboration across engineering groups.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Technical Efforts: Act as the technical lead within the validation team, mentoring engineers, setting direction, and driving technical excellence.

• Leadership: Own and lead all validation and verification activities for complex multi-disciplinary systems (HW/SW).

• Test Strategy & Planning: Define and review system and feature-level test strategies based on requirement documentation.

• Test Automation: Design and implement automated test cases in Python , using and extending existing automation infrastructure - Advantage.

• Linux Environment: Work proficiently in Linux environments using command-line tools and shell scripting to support test execution and automation.

• Integration Testing: Perform system and integration-level testing across components and subsystems.

• Traceability & Coverage: Ensure traceability from requirements to tests, identifying and addressing gaps in coverage.

• Cross-Team Collaboration: Coordinate with development, QA, and integration teams to ensure early defect detection and comprehensive testing.

• Handover & Maintenance: Deliver validated test suites to downstream teams for long-term regression and maintenance.

• Process Improvement: Continuously improve test methods, tools, and processes to support scalability and efficiency.

Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
If you don't meet 100% of the requirements below - that's ok!
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• Over 10 years of hands-on experience in system validation and integration of complex systems involving hardware and software.

• Proven leadership in multidisciplinary system validation (e.g., embedded systems, automotive, robotics, aerospace).

• Proficient Python scripting skills and experience with automation frameworks.

• Proficient in Linux-based environments , including shell scripting and debugging tools.

• Demonstrated ability to serve as a technical lead , including mentoring and guiding engineering teams.

• Solid understanding of system architecture , interface specifications , and integration strategies .

• Experience with requirement and test management tools (e.g., DOORS, Polarion, Xray, TestRail).

• Skilled in system-level debugging and log analysis for HW/SW systems.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in regulated or safety-critical industries (automotive, aerospace, defense, medical devices).

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control (e.g., Jenkins, Git).

• Experience with simulation environments , bench setups, and field validation.

• M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.

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