# Aaron L.

> Software Engineer

Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/aaronl4

Software Engineer specializing in embedded systems, validation infrastructure, and large-scale test automation. Proven track record of driving system integration, CI/CD adoption, and performance instrumentation across complex, multi-OS platforms. Known for operating under ambiguity, enabling cross-functional teams, and delivering reliable, production-ready systems.

## Work Experience
### Senior Software Engineer @ CARIAD, Inc.
Jan 2025 – Present | Mountain View, California, United States
I lead validation infrastructure and system integration efforts for complex embedded platforms, focusing on scalable automation, CI/CD-driven testing, and performance instrumentation. My work centers on building reliable test environments that reduce integration risk and enable faster, more confident releases.

I architect and scale hardware/software test benches, design containerized CI pipelines, and establish performance and boot KPI measurement frameworks across multi-OS environments. By operating at the intersection of hardware, firmware, and application layers, I help teams deliver stable, production-ready systems under tight timelines and evolving requirements.

### Senior Software Engineer @ NIO
Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 | San Jose, California, United States
In this role, I focused on scaling automation infrastructure and improving release reliability through CI/CD strategy and pipeline optimization.

I designed and developed internal test tooling and architected Jenkins-based pipelines for end-to-end automated testing, reducing manual validation efforts by ~70%. I also optimized large-scale automation suites, cutting nightly execution time by ~60% while improving pipeline stability and reducing triage overhead.

### Software Engineer @ NIO
Jan 2017 – Jan 2021 | San Jose, California, United States
I began my career working on system-level validation for embedded infotainment platforms, developing and automating acceptance, integration, and stress tests using Python and pytest.

I built and maintained hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments to enable scalable regression testing and supported multiple software releases through structured validation and performance reporting. Working closely with hardware and firmware teams, I translated feature requirements into comprehensive test strategies and debugged system-level integration issues in both lab and vehicle environments.

This role laid the foundation for my expertise in embedded systems, automation, and cross-functional integration.

### Engineer Intern @ SSL (Space Systems Loral)
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | United States
During my internship at SSL, I've contributed my time between the Repeaters Product Engineering and the RF Subcontract teams. I assisted in the process of designing an RF transceiver from modeling, simulation, and verification testing to ensure that the design met satellite RF and electrical specifications. Other responsibilities also included reviewing system block diagrams for passive and active hardware, and analyzing technical datasheets of vendors' RF hardware to keep internal parts database up-to-date.

### Engineer Intern @ Jabil
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | United States
Worked collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team of three to define the process of characterizing and manufacturing flexible, small formed, printed batteries. Contacted industry vendors and suppliers to obtain TDS, MSDS, and product information to compare products on the market.


## Education
### Master of Science - MS in Computer Engineering
San José State University

### Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
San José State University


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/lee-aaron1

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Last updated: 2026-04-01