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Sr. Specialist - AI Automation & Testing

Scout MotorsCharlotte, North Carolina, United StatesEngineering
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Sr. Specialist - AI Automation & Testing at Scout Motors is a full-time engineering position based in Charlotte, North Carolina, requiring 4 to 5 days per week in the office. This role suits an experienced professional with a background in vehicle electrical and software systems who is eager to build advanced AI-driven automation frameworks for electric vehicles.

Role Overview

Scout Motors is seeking a Sr. Specialist - AI Automation & Testing to own and build the infrastructure that enables rapid, reliable iteration of vehicle software and electronics. Working from the corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, this position connects embedded software running on electronic control units with cloud-based development workflows. The professional in this role bridges embedded systems, software integration, and development infrastructure to enable efficient, scalable, and reliable engineering workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Architect end-to-end toolchains spanning code commit, build, ECU flashing, vehicle and HIL testing, data logging, and analysis.
Build machine learning models for test case prioritization, failure prediction, and intelligent test selection using historical pass or fail data, code churn, and coverage.
Implement anomaly detection on logs, CAN traces, and system telemetry utilizing statistical methods, Isolation Forest, or LSTMs.
Develop natural language processing pipelines for automated log triage and defect classification.
Integrate artificial intelligence modules into pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins, and orchestrate workflows with Kubernetes and Docker.
Implement event-driven automation, build triggers, test triggers, auto triage, and quality gates based on risk scoring.
Automate ECU flashing across benches and vehicles, along with over-the-air package generation and deployment workflows.
Build and maintain software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop frameworks, vehicle-level regression systems, and automated test orchestration across multiple environments.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
Eight or more years of professional experience in a related technical capacity.
Strong understanding of vehicle E or E architecture, ECU-level software stacks, and automotive communication protocols including CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Ethernet.
Expertise in UDS diagnostics according to ISO 14229 and diagnostic communication tools.
Advanced programming skills in Python, alongside proficiency in SQL and Bash.
Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence tools such as Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Pinecone, and n8n.
Hands-on expertise with continuous integration and continuous deployment systems like Jenkins, GitLab CI, and GitHub Actions.
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Ability to work 4 to 5 days per week at the corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, with occasional travel.

Nice to Have

Proficiency in application lifecycle management and product lifecycle management tools such as Codebeamer, Siemens Polarion, IBM DOORS Next Gen, or PTC Windchill.
Familiarity with vehicle network tools like CANoe and CANalyzer.

Skills and Tools

Python, SQL, Bash, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, Pinecone, n8n
Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, GitHub, GitLab, Artifactory
CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet, UDS, ISO 14229, A2B, LVDS
Codebeamer, Siemens Polarion, IBM DOORS Next Gen, PTC Windchill

Salary and Benefits

Initial base salary range of $140,000.00 to $170,000.00, accompanied by eligibility for an annual performance bonus program.
Competitive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans.
401(k) program featuring an employer match and immediate vesting.
Generous paid time off consisting of 20 days of planned PTO as accrued, 40 hours of unplanned PTO, and 14 company or floating holidays annually.
Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders.
Paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave.

About the Company

Scout Motors carries forward the heritage of iconic American vehicles dating back to 1960, electrifying and digitizing rugged SUVs and trucks with modern innovation. The company fosters an inclusive, entrepreneurial team environment focused on respect for communities, customers, the past, and the future. Scout Motors develops both all-electric powertrains and the Harvester range extender powertrain with a built-in gas-powered generator.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly on the official Scout Motors careers page.

Skills and tech stack

PythonPyTorchTensorFlowSQLKubernetesDockerNLP

Questions candidates ask

Where is the Sr. Specialist - AI Automation & Testing role located?

The role is based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, and requires working in the office 4 to 5 days per week.

What is the salary range for this position?

The initial base salary range is $140,000.00 to $170,000.00, and the position is eligible to participate in an annual performance bonus program.

What educational and experience background is required?

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field, along with 8 or more years of experience.

What programming languages and AI frameworks are expected?

Candidates need advanced proficiency in Python, alongside SQL and Bash, plus experience with AI and ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Pinecone, and n8n.

What kind of time off benefits does Scout Motors provide?

Scout Motors offers 20 days of planned PTO as accrued, 40 hours of unplanned PTO, 14 company or floating holidays, and up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Scout Motors careers page.

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