ADAS Virtual Testing & Simulation Engineer

For our Engineering Location Porto we search for dynamic and motivated people to join our Virtual Testing & Simulation Team that works on verification & validation of driver assistance and autonomous driving systems.

Overview:

Our team develops virtual testing tools with 3D simulation environments (CarMaker, CARLA/Unreal Engine, UNIGINE) to support vehicle-level simulation and conduct algorithmic testing or automated driving functions assessment. Also, we integrate Continental’s software modules to deliver Software-in-the-Loop, Hardware-in-the-Loop or Vehicle-in-the-Loop test systems and cooperate with requirements specification and/or software development teams in the context of state-of-the-art application projects

Core Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain simulation environments for driver assistance and automated driving functions assessment
• Integrate test driving functionality onto simulation environments according to project requirements specification
• Support development of automation toolchains and CI/CD pipelines for test reporting and evaluation
• Align requirements specification and provide development support to test managers and software-level developers
• Create documentation and test reports for project releases

Basic Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electronics, or similar Engineering areas
• Robust object-oriented programming skills (Python, C++)
• Proficiency in version control (Git) and command-shell scripting (Bash)
• Motivation to contribute to the latest driver assistance and autonomous driving solutions
• Aptitude for mutual collaboration and teamwork, as for continuous learning and self-growth
• Solid verbal/written communication skills
• English fluency
• Willingness to travel (<10% of the time) to support knowledge transfer and global coordination of activities

Preferred Qualifications (is a plus):

• Previous experience with verification & validation methods, X-in-the-Loop architectures, or software development in the automotive industry
• Previous experience in 3D simulation engines (CarMaker, CarSim, Unity, Unreal Engine, UNIGINE, or other)
• Previous experience with build automation tools (Cmake, Make)
• Previous experience with CI/CD platforms (Jenkins)
• Previous experience with requirements management tools (IBM DOORS, IBM Jazz)
• Proficiency in agile software development methodologies and tools (Jira)

What we offer:

• Exciting and diversified projects.
• An inside in innovative technologies of the automotive industry.
• Wide network to research and development parties.
• Modern leadership culture.
• Individual choice of working hours.
• Promotion of personal development.
• Participation to the company’s success.

If you meet the requirements we will get in touch within the next 15 days.

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Since 2006, Continental Engineering Services (CES) has been active worldwide as an independent operating provider of comprehensive engineering services. The extensive know-how and creativity of our engineers, as well as access to Continental’s entire technology pool, provides a unique position for our development: the flexibility and speed of small engineering teams combined with the strength of an internationally leading company. In addition, our adaptability enables established mass production technology to become a reality for small series and applications at economical costs.