Stellantis

Virtualization Engineer

Stellantis • $90K — $130K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years in automotive software/systems development.
  • Knowledgeable about virtualization technologies.
  • Strong understanding of virtual testing methods like model-based simulation.
  • Experienced in agile testing and test automation standards.
  • Experience in global team collaboration for complex test environments.

Responsibilities

  • Build virtual and soft ECUs for various development stages and simulation environments.
  • Architect and integrate artifacts into xIL simulation frameworks.
  • Ensure virtual ECUs meet fidelity and integration standards.
  • Support automated testing and agile workflows in a continuous integration environment.
  • Collaborate with global teams and tool vendors on virtualization solutions.
  • Align projects with Autosar platforms and multi-core architectures.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with global engineering teams.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge virtualization technologies.
  • Involvement in the entire vehicle lifecycle validation process.
Full Job Description
As a Virtualization Engineer, you will develop and integrate virtual and soft ECUs, define simulation methodologies, and support the end-to-end virtualization strategy for Stellantis. You'll collaborate across global teams, suppliers, and engineering domains to deliver high-fidelity virtual ECUs to be integrated into xIL simulation platforms. Your work will enable continuous integration, automated testing, and rapid software validation across the entire vehicle lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Build virtual ECUs and soft ECUs across all development stages-from early functional prototypes to target-level xIL simulation environments.
  • Architect and integrate artifacts into simulation frameworks supporting xIL (MiL/SiL/HiL) and simulation-based development workflows.
  • Ensure vECUs and soft ECUs meet the required fidelity, performance, and integration criteria.
  • Support continuous integration and delivery pipelines, automated testing, and agile validation workflows.
  • Work closely with global engineering teams, suppliers, and tool vendors on virtualization technologies
  • Collaborate with architecture, functional design, diagnostics, OTA, HMI, and communication protocol teams (Ethernet, CAN, etc.).
  • Ensure alignment with Autosar Classic and Adaptive platforms, Linux-based systems, and multi-core architectures.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive software and systems development or deployment (ADAS, infotainment, etc.).
  • Knowledge in virtualization technologies
  • Strong understanding of virtual testing methods (model-based, xIL, etc.)
  • Experience with agile testing, test automation, and testing standards
  • Background in complex test environments and global team collaboration
  • Experience with planning, reporting, risk management, and governance
  • Budget planning and management experience
  • Solid foundation in Agile, Scrum, and DFSS methodologies
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project-planning skills


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field
  • Experience working within an automotive OEM environment
  • Strong knowledge of modern software construction, integration methods, and toolchains
  • Proficiency with operating systems (Autosar Classic/Adaptive, Linux, etc.) and cloud virtualization
  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development
  • Understanding of automotive testing standards
  • Experience in one or more domains: Propulsion, ADAS, Infotainment, Chassis
  • Familiarity with branch strategies and variant management

About Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive manufacturer formed in 2021 by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA. The company designs, produces, and sells a wide range of vehicles under various brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroen, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. Stellantis operates in over 130 countries and has 14 brands in its portfolio. The company is committed to sustainable mobility and has set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the share of electric vehicles in its sales.
Learn more about Stellantis
Size
400,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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