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バリデーションエンジニア/ Validation Engineer

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A multinational automotive technology company is seeking a Validation Engineer. The selected candidate will design and execute validation strategies, conduct system-level testing, and collaborate across engineering teams to ensure product quality and performance. This is a contract role.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop comprehensive and feasible test plans based on application requirements and product scope
  • Define and document test specifications through detailed analysis of requirements and design documents
  • Coordinate validation activities across multiple product lines and modules to ensure consistency and coverage
  • Conduct functional and system-level testing using SDKs and validation tools
  • Identify software issues, document findings, and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve defects
  • Communicate with engineering, UX, and product teams throughout validation stages to ensure alignment
  • Support external contractors during test execution and assist in validation cycles
  • Track and report validation progress to stakeholders to support decision-making processes

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above
  • Experience in automotive systems engineering and testing with strong understanding of embedded software and vehicle architecture
  • Experience in requirement and design analysis, test specification creation, and execution
  • Proficiency in tools such as Jira and Jama and familiarity with validation workflows and documentation standards
  • Proficiency in programming languages including C++, Python, Go, Rust, or C
  • Experience with CI workflows and Docker integration
  • Experience in software development, test frameworks, and test automation tools
  • Possess a valid ISTQB certification
  • Fluent level Japanese

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience with Flutter
  • Experience with CI automation tools such as GitHub workflows and YAML
  • Experience in automotive industry environments
  • Experience with test languages such as Gherkin

About the Company:

A global automotive technology organisation focused on advancing next-generation mobility and software-defined vehicles. The company operates internationally and develops innovative platforms and solutions for the future of transportation.

Keywords:

自動車ソフトウェア, 検証エンジニア, 組込みシステム, テスト自動化, 車載システム, ソフトウェアテスト, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: B1GWNV

Contract Type: Contract / Haken

Specialism: Information Technology

Focus: Development

Industry: Automotive

Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: B1GWNV-D88DA227

Date posted: 16 May 2026

Consultant: Shafira Santoso