Lead, Validation, Fanatec

Position Summary, Responsibilities and Expectations:• Lead and manage a team of Firmware, Hardware, and Software Test Engineers, including task prioritization, performance management, and team development• Act as primary point of leadership and coordination for all validation activities across the three domains• Own end-to-end validation strategy and execution across the full product lifecycle, from development to release• Define, align, and ensure test coverage across hardware, firmware, and software layers at component, integration, and system level• Drive test planning, resource allocation, and milestone tracking across all validation disciplines• Establish and continuously improve test automation frameworks and processes across firmware, hardware, and software testing• Oversee hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), firmware integration, and software validation activities, ensuring system robustness across interfaces• Ensure execution of regression testing, release validation, and defect verification across all domains• Analyze test results, identify risks, and provide transparent reporting to stakeholders and senior management• Manage cross-domain defect tracking and prioritization using Jira, GitLab, and test management systems• Collaborate with development, product management, and other stakeholders to ensure high-quality product delivery• Establish and enforce testing standards, best practices, and quality benchmarks across all validation areas• Mentor and develop team members across hardware, firmware, and software testing, fostering a high-performance and quality-driven culture• Support escalation handling and critical issue resolution during development and release phasesEssential Skills and Experience:• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Systems) or related field, or equivalent experience• 10+ years of experience in testing/validation across hardware, firmware, and software domains and Lead experience• Proven experience as a Lead or in a leadership role managing cross-domain test teams• Strong understanding of system-level validation, integration testing, and test methodologies• Experience with test automation and scripting (e.g., Python)• Familiarity with CI/CD, version control (GitLab), and defect tracking tools (Jira)• Solid knowledge of hardware-software interaction, embedded systems, and firmware validation• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills• Ability to coordinate multiple disciplines and manage cross-functional dependencies• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities• Fluency in English, both in written and spoken.