We are CARIAD, the automotive software company of the Volkswagen Group. Our teams build automotive software platforms and digital customer functions for iconic brands like Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche - supporting the Volkswagen Group in becoming the leading automotive technology company. With CARIDIANS in Germany, the USA, China, Estonia, and India, we are transforming automotive mobility for everyone.
Join us and be part of this exciting journey!
YOUR TEAM
To strengthen our testing team responsible for validating and qualifying high performance computing ECUs, we are looking for a motivated working student. In this role, you will gain hands on experience in software qualification, test execution, and analysis for modern infotainment systems - becoming an integral part of our team from day one. As we expand our testing capabilities toward AI agents and LLM based workflows, you will also contribute to innovative automotive AI initiatives, developing AI based solutions that enhance the testing of core components in premium vehicles while working closely with our testing experts.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Analyze existing test automation environments to identify opportunities for AI driven enhancements
• Leverage the latest AI developments and your own expertise to refine and optimize test automation frameworks, workflows, and tooling
• Support access and authorization management by processing standardized tickets, handling extensions, and maintaining accurate status updates in commonly used systems (in coordination with the team)
• Provide onboarding support by conducting issue analysis and offering needs based guidance to new colleagues, including coordination, follow ups, and documentation
• Contribute to standard process requests (e.g., partner/visitor cards, network/VPN) by ensuring timely tracking, communication, and follow through
• Set up and maintain test benches and test automation software, including the configuration and calibration of measurement equipment
WHO YOU ARE
• Enrolled student in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Strong programming skills in Python, with hands on experience using machine learning frameworks and working with LLMs or deep learning models
• Familiarity with AI tooling and libraries for agent based or autonomous workflow development
• Enjoys structured work within processes and ticket systems, with a precise, reliable, and detail oriented work style
• Strong communication skills in both German and English
• A proactive team player with a willingness to learn and a pragmatic approach to driving improvements
NICE TO KNOW
• Remote work options within Germany
• Duration: 6 months (with the option to extend up to two years)
• 20 hours/week, up to 35 hours/week during the semester break
• Salary: 17,80€/hour
At CARIAD, we embrace individuality and diversity because we believe our differences make us stronger. We actively seek to build teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability, please reach out to us at careers@cariad.technology - we are happy to support you.
