Overview
Who we are
At Toyota, we are reimagining mobility through innovative, high-quality technology solutions designed to enhance lives and meet our company mission of "Producing Happiness for All." If you are interested in reimagining mobility with us in an inclusive environment built on teamwork that puts respect for people first, we want to talk to you.
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Who we're looking for
Toyota's Connected Technologies Department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Quality Engineer to support Multimedia Quality. Reporting to Connected Technologies Test Manager, the primary responsibility of this role is to provide engineering and technical support in the development and evaluation of Connected Services & Multimedia/Telematics products for Lexus and Toyota vehicles.
The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating and launching the Connected Services and Multimedia/Telematics products. This person will be an enthusiastic self-starter who is able to work independently in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects/deadlines. You must have a strong technical proficiency in developing automotive multimedia unit hardware, integrating software from several external vendors, and program management with a focus on meeting vehicle milestones.
Join us as we grow and lead the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We support, celebrate, and thrive on the opportunity to provide Mobility for All. Are you results-driven, deeply innovative, and interested in working on a team dedicated to building products and services that are beautifully designed, intuitive, predictive, convenient, and relevant?
If so, we want to talk to you!
What you'll be doing

• Evaluate and ensure quality for new next generation multimedia and telematics with a focus on multimedia hardware and platform - define the architecture and technical requirements, conduct software design reviews, and review software delivery quality.
• Lead the evaluation team for the entire life cycle of product development (i.e. planning, analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance).
• Communicate and negotiate with stakeholders, including North American-based teams and Japan counterparts, to enable the next services to the customers.
• Develop standard processes to allow teams to focus on delivering customer values and product quality.
• Support post-launch quality assurance activities.
• Assess and adjust progress priorities (develop risk management) to maintain project targets (i.e. schedule, performance, cost, quality).
• Visualization of issues, concerns, and gaps in the current design and evaluation process. Participate in improvement and reflection activities.
• Identify issues/barriers influencing the overall project schedule and make recommendations to recover utilizing risk management.

What you bring

• Proven experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in the automotive field focused on telematics services and products.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including but not limited to: Consultative, detail-oriented, strong verbal & written communication, analytical, relationship management, and ability to influence.
• Ability to develop functional/technical specifications and architecture documents for the vehicle or electronic components.
• Successful product development, evaluation, and deployment experience.
• Experience working with external vendors through the product development lifecycle.

Added bonus if you have

• Extensive work experience in the automotive field focused on telematics services and products.
• Strong understanding and/or experience with the following platforms including but not limited to: API, web services, Linux, UNIX, OSX, AWS, Azure.
• Strong understanding and/or experience with programming languages including but not limited to: Java, C#, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, C , SQL, Swift, Android, Cocoa Touch.
• Certifications including but not limited to: PMP, ITIL, Six Sigma, ACP, APMG, DSDM.
• Experience with test management/issues tracking software such as Zephyr and Jira.

What we'll bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Vehicle purchase & lease programs
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, child care, schools and more
• Flexible spending accounts

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Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10 different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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