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Director Testing - automotive cyber security (all genders)

diconium Ingolstadt, Bavaria, Germany

hybridfull-time
Posted Nov 6, 2025

Role & seniority: Manager / Team lead of testing engineers (automotive infotainment, embedded systems)

Stack/tools: Automotive software testing; embedded systems; HiL testing and robust simulation; VW tool chain and industry-standard testing tools; German/English communication

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Lead, mentor, and grow a testing-engineering team to deliver high-quality infotainment test results

  2. Collaborate with major OEMs to capture requirements and deliver solutions that meet or exceed expectations

  3. Drive process improvements, coordinate with onshore/nearshore/offshore partners, and act as key customer contact for new projects

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)

  • Hands-on automotive software testing experience with embedded systems/infotainment

  • Prior managerial experience with OEMs; strong leadership and stakeholder communication

  • Understanding of product development and testing/validation processes; HiL and robust simulation knowledge is a plus

  • Proficiency in German and English; familiarity with VW tool chain or equivalent

Nice-to-haves

  • Master’s degree

  • Experience with test specification, test execution, and formal methods

  • Strategic thinking and continuous-improvement mindset

  • Location & work type: Hybrid workplace (optional on-site in Ingolstadt); flexible hours and remote-friendly options where appropriate

Full Description

Join our global team of experts At Diconium, we do digital business transformation across various industries. As a team member, you will work on projects that generate value from software, data, and AI by delivering strategies and solutions that challenge conventional industry practices and drive technological progress. Together with over 2,300 fellow experts, you enable Fortune 500 firms, global market leaders, and SMEs to maximize the impact of their digital initiatives and achieve digital excellence. In everything we do, we prioritize people and genuine human connections, ensuring a supportive and inclusive work environment. And we give you maximum flexibility thanks to our hybrid workplace. WHAT YOU CAN EXPEXT Manage a team of testing engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure optimal performance and professional growth in the field of test and validation of infotainment functions. Collaborate with major OEMs to understand their testing requirements and deliver high-quality solutions that exceed expectations. Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reliability, and effectiveness of testing methodologies. Planning and coordination with regards to our cooperation with onshore-, nearshore and offshore-partners. Serve as a key point of contact for our customers with regards to acquisition of new projects, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and fostering strong relationships to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty. WHAT YOU BRING ALONG Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred. Proven track record of hands-on experience in automotive software testing, particularly with embedded systems and infotainment software. Demonstrated experience working with major OEMs in a managerial capacity, overseeing testing projects and delivering results on schedule and within budget. Deep understanding oft he product development process particularly in the field of testing and validation. Experience in the field of test specification, test execution at the HiL and restbust simulation are a benefit Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead and inspire teams to achieve objectives in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with customers, stakeholders, and team members at all levels. Proficiency in both German and English languages is essential, as this role involves extensive communication with German-speaking clients and stakeholders as well as dealing with industry standards and legally required documentations. Proficiency in industry-standard testing tools and methodologies (preferably experience with the VW tool chain and processes), with a commitment to staying current with advancements in the field. Strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement, capable of identifying opportunities to enhance processes, technologies, and methodologies. WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER Discover new skills and improve your strengths, adapt your working day to your personal lifestyle, celebrate community, sustainability and diversity. And sweeten your working life with awesome perks and benefits! Professional & Personal Growth: Develop yourself both professionally and personally through training programs, free language courses, competence centers and an active tech community. Flexible Work-Life Balance: Benefit from hybrid work, workation, flexible hours, parental support and sabbaticals. Embrace Diversity & Sustainability: Engage in our Sustainability Hub, diverse communities, Diversity Taskforce and after-work activities. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy public transport tickets, job bikes, health offers, supplementary insurances, a pension plan and various discounts. WHAT WE VALUE At Diconium, we value and recognize the unique perspectives and experiences of each individual. With this in mind, we welcome and cherish every single application equally. At the same time, we stand up against any type of discrimination and harassment based on gender, age, skin color, religion, sexual orientation, origin, disability, gender identity and other protected characteristics. YOUR WAY TO US Step 1: You submit your CV Step 2: We invite you to a first video call Step 3: We schedule a second interview Step 4: Optional we schedule an onsite visit in Ingolstadt Step 5: You like us, we like you? Welcome to Diconium! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. Your contact person is Elmar, elmar.kopp1@diconium.com Welcome to the hybrid workplace. At diconium, you do your thing. At your own pace. Independent of time and place. Equipped with lots of flexibility, personal responsibility and a powerful tech stack. We have been successfully implementing B2C and B2B solutions for over 25 years. Here are a few examples. In a modern and flexible working environment, we live our 4 core values: #Courage We take risks. Even if that means making mistakes. At the end of the day, that's when we learn the most. #Mindfulness We value diversity. And: we trust and support each other. #Impact Your work matters. You'll have the freedom to make decisions, drive change, and see the real-world impact of your ideas. #Collaboration Winning is a team effort. We team up, share knowledge, and celebrate our successes together.

Automotive Software TestingEmbedded SystemsInfotainment SoftwareProject ManagementTesting MethodologiesLeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsGerman LanguageEnglish LanguageTesting ToolsContinuous ImprovementProcess ImprovementCustomer Relationship ManagementTeam ManagementStrategic Thinkingmulti-location

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