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Prospance Inc • California, United States
Salary: USD 90–95 per year
Role & seniority
Security Validation Engineer – Automotive ECUs (Contract)
Senior level (5+ years in testing automotive/networking)
Stack/tools
Automation scripting: Python, Shell (and similar)
Embedded Linux testing; test infrastructure & automation frameworks
Automotive protocols: DoIP, UDS, LIN, CAN
Security validation: Secure Boot, Secure Update, JTAG, OTP fuses
System-level test case development; strong debugging and collaboration skills
Top 3 responsibilities
Own security validation of vehicle ECUs; translate requirements into testable cases
Create/maintain comprehensive test plans (approach, scope, resources, schedule)
Build/maintain test infrastructure and automation; document issues and drive resolution with developers; identify process improvements
Must-have skills
BE/ME in Computer Science or equivalent
5+ years testing networking and/or automotive products
Proficiency in automation scripting (Python, Shell)
Hands-on system-level test case development; embedded Linux testing (4+ years)
Experience with automotive protocols (DoIP, UDS, LIN, CAN)
Security feature validation (Secure Boot, Secure Update, JTAG, OTP fuses)
Strong debugging, analytical, collaboration, and communication skills
Nice-to-haves
Additional automation tooling experience; test framework design
Familiarity with DoIP/UDS security testing in practice
Contracting flexibility and ability to work across cross-functional teams
Location & work type
Security Validation Engineer – Automotive ECUs | Contract Role
📍 Location: Newark, CA and South Field, MI 🕒 Contract Role (W2/C2C Options Available)
🌍 Industry: Automotive About the Role We are hiring a Security Validation Engineer to support our client in the Automotive industry. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the security validation of vehicle ECUs, working closely with developers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and robust systems. You will own the test strategy, create comprehensive test plans, and drive process improvements while leveraging your strong expertise in automation, embedded systems, and automotive security protocols. What You’ll Do Own the security validation of vehicle ECUs. Translate software requirements into clear, complete, and testable cases. Create and maintain comprehensive test plans covering approach, scope, resources, and schedule. Build and maintain test infrastructure and automation frameworks. Document issues in detail and collaborate with developers to resolve them. Identify opportunities to improve validation processes and methodologies. What We’re Looking For BE/ME in Computer Science or equivalent. 5+ years of experience testing networking and/or automotive products. Strong background in automation scripting (Python, Shell, or similar). Hands-on experience with system-level test case development. Proficiency with automotive protocols (DoIP, UDS, LIN, CAN). Experience in security feature validation (Secure Boot, Secure Update, JTAG, OTP fuses). Embedded Linux testing (4+ years) and automation tools expertise. Excellent debugging, analytical, and collaboration skills. Strong communication skills — verbal and written. Why Join Us? ✅ Work with a leading Automotive client on cutting-edge ECU security. ✅ Exposure to advanced embedded systems & security validation. ✅ Competitive pay with contracting flexibility. ✅ Be part of a fast-paced, innovative environment where your contributions matter. 📩 Apply today to be part of a dynamic project ensuring the security of next-generation automotive systems! #AutomotiveSecurity #ECUValidation #AutomotiveEngineering #CyberSecurityJobs #EmbeddedSecurity #SecureBoot #AutomotiveIndustry #ShellScripting #SystemTesting #Debugging #TestInfrastructure