Lead Engineer - Automation Tooling
Scout MotorsBase Salary
$160k - $193k/yr
Responsibilities
- Architect and develop scalable CI/CD systems for embedded and vehicle software platforms.
- Build automation frameworks for continuous integration, continuous testing, automated regression, release qualification, fleet validation, and OTA readiness.
- Develop internal engineering tools that improve developer velocity and software quality across software-defined vehicle programs.
- Lead automation for embedded Linux platforms, ECU software, vehicle middleware, platform APIs, and simulation environments.
- Design distributed test execution infrastructure across SIL/HIL benches, virtual ECUs, and cloud environments.
- Build intelligent test orchestration systems that optimize execution time and resource utilization, including AI-driven use cases.
- Integrate automated quality gates for static analysis, security scanning, code coverage, performance validation, and reliability metrics.
- Drive shift-left validation practices and partner with firmware, platform, vehicle integration, validation, and cloud infrastructure teams.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 12+ years of professional experience.
- Strong understanding of vehicle E/E architecture, ECU-level software stacks, automotive communication protocols, UDS diagnostics, and diagnostic communication tools.
- Expertise with Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
- Familiarity with embedded software, electrical and electronic systems, system architecture, AUTOSAR, Adaptive AUTOSAR, OTA update systems, vehicle telemetry pipelines, fleet diagnostics, and HIL/SIL automation frameworks.
- Familiarity with A2B, CAN, Automotive Ethernet, LIN, LVDS, CANalyzer, and CANoe.
- Ability to perform complex problem-solving, data analysis, system-level thinking, technical arbitration, and program milestone ownership.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-pressure launch environment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and income protection insurance plans.
- 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting.
- 20 days of planned paid time off as accrued, plus 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays annually.
- Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave and paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave.
- Charlotte, North Carolina location with 4–5 days per week in the office and occasional travel.
- Full-time, exempt position with eligibility for an annual performance bonus program.
About Scout Motors
Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work. To be a Scout isn‘t just to be a part of a company, it‘s to be a visionary and a leader, someone who seeks new paths and imparts lessons learned to others, leading them forward to new horizons. Here at Scout Motors, we‘re carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960, one that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again. Together with the help of our community, we’re designing, engineering, and building the next generation of electric trucks and rugged SUVs for the doers and the ones who can’t be held back. For the ones who roll up their sleeves, push forward, endure the elements, and get the job done. No frills, no excuses, no quitting. We are growing every day and are seeking the next generation of Scouts to join our ranks. So, to all the hard workers out there, the ones who are willing to carry on the Scout legacy, reimagine an American icon, create jobs for Americans, and lead the charge into the future of electric trucks and rugged SUVs, we‘re calling on you to join us. Because #TheWorldNeedsScouts.