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Software Validation Engineer @ ALTEN

Woking, England, gbOnsiteFull-timePosted 40 days ago

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About this role

Join our team as a Software Validation Engineer and play a key role in ensuring the safety, robustness, and performance of complex embedded software within automotive and electrified vehicle systems. You’ll work in a regulated, process‑driven engineering environment where high‑voltage systems, rigorous validation, and traceable requirements are essential.

This role offers hands‑on exposure to software validation and integration across complex systems, supporting the delivery of compliant and high‑quality software within modern automotive and EV programmes.

Location: London

On‑site: 3–4 days per week

Seniority: Mid–Senior level

Clearance: Eligibility for UK security clearance may be required depending on project

Key Responsibilities

Verify embedded software against defined requirements, specifications, and acceptance criteriaDesign, document, and execute software validation and test cases at system and integration levelSupport software integration within complex automotive or embedded platformsValidate software interacting with high‑voltage (HV) systems, particularly within EV architecturesAnalyse test results, identify non‑conformances, and support root‑cause investigationEnsure validation activities align with automotive development processes and compliance expectationsCollaborate closely with software, systems, hardware, and test teams throughout the V‑cycleProduce clear validation documentation with strong traceability and compliance evidenceRequired Skills

Experience in software validation within automotive or embedded systemsHands‑on exposure to high‑voltage (HV) systems (EV experience strongly preferred)Strong understanding of automotive development methodologies (V‑cycle, ASPICE awareness is a plus)Proven ability to design and execute structured validation and verification activitiesExperience supporting software integration within multi‑disciplinary engineering systemsAbility to analyse complex test data and ensure compliance with requirementsFamiliarity with validation tools, test environments, and test frameworksStrong documentation and analytical skills within regulated environmentsSoft Skills & Collaboration

Clear and methodical communicator across engineering disciplinesQuality‑driven mindset with strong attention to detailComfortable working within process‑heavy, compliance‑focused programmesProactive, structured, and accountable approach to technical delivery Required Qualifications

Degree in Software Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline

(or equivalent practical experience in embedded / automotive environments)Desirable Skills

Experience working on electric vehicle (EV) or electrified powertrain platformsExposure to ASPICE, ISO‑aligned development processes, or safety‑regulated environmentsUnderstanding of system‑level testing across software, hardware, and vehicle domainsFamiliarity with requirements management and traceability tools Why join us?

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!

In short you get:

A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium CustomersA huge diversity of engineering projects and industriesA competitive salaryPrivate Medical InsurancePension SchemeCycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefitsSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildingsFlexible way of working (role dependent)This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

Skills

AutomotiveConsultingEntry LevelInformation Technology And Services

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