Senior Software Developer in Test – Infrastructure, Automation

Ford Motor Company

Senior Software Developer in Test for Ford Motor Company focused on automation and infrastructure. Collaborating on autonomous and electrification technologies to enhance smart vehicle offerings.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timePalo Alto • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $133,980 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in creating and executing test plans, developing automated test frameworks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality embedded software in automotive environments. Proficient in utilizing various testing methodologies and tools to enhance testing processes and maintain software functionality.

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Python ProgrammingC ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingAutomated Testing ToolsSoftware Testing Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Test PlansTest CasesTest ScriptsDebuggingRegression Testing

Soft Skills

CollaborationFeedback ProvisionContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

PytestSlashJenkinsRobot Framework

Industry Keywords

Embedded SoftwareAutomotive EnvironmentsSystem ArchitectureUnit TestingIntegration Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JenkinsPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate functional, non-functional, and regression testing for embedded software components.
Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks, scripts, and tools for testing embedded software systems in automotive environments.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review requirements for completeness and testability, analyze and provide feedback on system architecture, and derive test scenarios from requirements, use cases and analysis of system design.
Work collaboratively with the development teams to develop and test in tandem, troubleshoot and resolve bugs and issues, and strive for high quality software and functionality through iteration and automation.
Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on testability and maintainability.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes, methodologies, and best practices.
Domestic Travel Required up to 10%.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or a related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
3 years of experience with each of the following skills is required:
1. Programming in Python, C, or C++ by embedding software development and verification.
2. Utilizing automated testing tools and frameworks including Pytest, Slash, Jenkins, or Robot Framework.
3. Using software testing tools, frameworks, and methodologies including unit testing, integration testing, and system testing.
4. Debugging and triage nightly regression failures.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage**
Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more**
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases**
Tuition assistance**
Established and active employee resource groups**
Paid time off for individual and team community service**
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day**
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.