OTA (Over-the-Air) Validation Engineer – Automotive

About the Position

We are seeking an OTA (Over-the-Air) Validation Engineer – Automotive to join our team in Dearborn, United States. This role is an onsite position within our Digital category.

Date published: Aug 13, 2026

Work model: Work from Office

Responsibilities

• Experience in creating Software updates and deploying Over-the-air (OTA)
• Experience in ECU Flashing, performing software updates via OTA, wire flashing and/or USB in a vehicle (fleet updates)
• Good Experience in In Vehicle Automation Testing, experience in Testing Tools like Vector CANOE, CANALYZER, etc.
• Good Experience / Knowledge working on Issue management, Defect Management and Version Management tools like JIRA, Github, SVN, etc.
• Experience Performing Stress, functional, feature & Core hotfix Testing for various modules in targeted time frame and runs.
• Validation experience in over-the-air updates for components 3G/4G TCUs, NAVI, HMI Modules

Requirements

• Experience in creating Software updates and deploying Over-the-air (OTA)
• Experience in ECU Flashing, performing software updates via OTA, wire flashing and/or USB in a vehicle (fleet updates)
• Good Experience in In Vehicle Automation Testing, experience in Testing Tools like Vector CANOE, CANALYZER, etc.
• Good Experience / Knowledge working on Issue management, Defect Management and Version Management tools like JIRA, Github, SVN, etc.
• Experience Performing Stress, functional, feature & Core hotfix Testing for various modules in targeted time frame and runs.
• Validation experience in over-the-air updates for components 3G/4G TCUs, NAVI, HMI Modules

We Offer

• Compensation: $74,000 – $84,500 per year + Cost of Living Allowance
• Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits
• Benefits:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

About the Company

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or follow us on Twitter.

Note: This role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

Applications will be accepted until Aug 31, 2026

Additional Information:

• Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
• Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.