Summary

Ahead Group is looking for an ADAS Software Test Engineer to join a global engineering consultancy supporting leading automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers. The role focuses on verification and validation of ADAS-related functions across MILS, SILS, and HILS environments, contributing to the safety, reliability, and advancement of next-generation mobility solutions.

Responsibilities

• Execute and consolidate results from xILS testing (MILS, SILS, HILS) and bench tests

• Build, maintain, and operate xILS test benches

• Design, create, and manage test cases

• Provide onsite customer support and build trusted client relationships

• Optimize test processes and promote test automation

• Support quality, reliability, and compliance with global automotive standards

Required Skills

• Experience in the automotive, mobility, or tech industry

• Hands-on experience validating embedded systems in automotive environments

• Proven experience building and using MILS/SILS/HILS environments for verification and calibration

• Experience with Google Test for software module verification

• Strong understanding of vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, CAN-FD, CAN-XL, FlexRay, Ethernet)

• Experience with vehicle protocol analysis tools (CANalyzer, CANape, CANoe, or equivalent)

• Programming experience in C/C++ and Python

• Business-level Japanese & English

• Strong stakeholder communication skills with clients and vendors

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively in teams

• Structured, logical thinking with strong problem-solving capabilities

• Practical experience using MS Office tools (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Word)

Desired Skills

• Degree or equivalent experience in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields

• Experience delivering technical solutions related to AD/ADAS products or services

• Knowledge of ISO 26262, A-SPICE, and AUTOSAR

• Experience creating plant models

• System modeling experience using SysML

• Test automation experience

• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices

• ISTQB or JSTQB certification

• Experience with security testing

Additional Information

Location: Tokyo or Kanagawa

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of ADAS and autonomous driving technologies, supporting socially impactful work that enhances vehicle safety and sustainability. Engineers gain exposure to multiple test environments, contribute to process optimization and automation, and collaborate within a global engineering network, enabling long-term career growth and increased market value in a rapidly expanding domain.