Lead Software Developer in Test

elekta; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 days in Crawley HQ + 1 day WFH

25 days vacation + bank holidays

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Pension contribution package

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance

Onsite restaurant

EV salary sacrifice

Job summary

Elekta is seeking a Lead Software Developer in Test to shape the quality engineering strategy for its radiation therapy systems. You will work closely with software engineers, testers, Product Owners, and architects to drive modern test automation and shift-left practices.

This role demands leadership in a safety-critical domain and a passion for delivering reliable software. Based at the Crawley HQ, you will mentor SDETs and integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Significant experience as Software Developer in Test or SDET, with automation framework ownership.
• Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and implementing modern DevSecOps practices.
• Proven ability to define and drive quality engineering strategies within regulated or safety-critical environments.
• Hands-on experience with Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Cypress, Selenium or similar automation technologies.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence teams and promote a shift-left testing culture.
• Experience troubleshooting complex software quality challenges and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and a passion for delivering high-quality, maintainable software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and evolution of automated test frameworks for complex, safety-critical software.
• Define and implement test automation strategies that support high-quality software delivery.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to improve efficiency, reliability, and release confidence.
• Act as the technical authority for test architecture, tooling, and quality engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with development teams, Product Owners, and architects to build scalable and testable solutions.
• Mentor and support SDETs, test engineers, and other team members, fostering a quality-first mindset.
• Drive continuous improvement through the adoption of new testing technologies, tools, and practices.
• Support the investigation and resolution of complex software quality issues and contribute to long‑term quality roadmaps.

Skills

Automation frameworks

CI/CD integration

DevSecOps

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

Cypress

Selenium

Leadership

Mentoring

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Git

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Are you a current Elekta employee?

We don't just build technology. We build hope for everyone dealing with Cancer.

Elekta is shaping the standard of care, together with healthcare providers, by developing precision radiation medicine that brings advanced radiotherapy into routine clinical practice. Our solutions support consistent, efficient and personalized care, addressing evolving patient needs. Through adaptive radiotherapy, precision treatment delivery and integrated workflows, Elekta supports care teams across a range of clinical settings. Each year more than 2 million patients are treated using Elekta solutions across over 130 countries. Elekta is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with over 4,000 employees and offices in more than 40 countries. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visit elekta.com .

We don't just build technology. We build hope for everyone dealing with Cancer.

At Elekta, we believe every individual deserves access to the best cancer care. That's why we're committed to developing innovative solutions that make precision radiation therapy and radiosurgery more effective, efficient, and accessible. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, we invite you to bring your expertise and energy to our team.

What You'll Do At Elekta

As a Lead Software Developer in Test, you'll play a key role in shaping the quality engineering strategy behind Elekta's radiation therapy treatment systems. Working closely with software engineers, testers, Product Owners, and architects, you'll drive modern test automation practices, champion a shift-left quality culture, and help ensure our products continue to meet the highest standards expected in a safety-critical medical device environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and evolution of automated test frameworks for complex, safety-critical software.
• Define and implement test automation strategies that support high-quality software delivery.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to improve efficiency, reliability, and release confidence.
• Act as the technical authority for test architecture, tooling, and quality engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with development teams, Product Owners, and architects to build scalable and testable solutions.
• Mentor and support SDETs, test engineers, and other team members, fostering a quality-first mindset.
• Drive continuous improvement through the adoption of new testing technologies, tools, and practices.
• Support the investigation and resolution of complex software quality issues and contribute to long‑term quality roadmaps.

What You'll Bring

• Significant experience as a Software Developer in Test, SDET, or Test Automation Engineer, with expertise in designing and owning automation frameworks.
• Strong experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and implementing modern DevSecOps practices.
• Proven ability to define and drive quality engineering strategies within a regulated or safety‑critical environment.
• Hands‑on experience with Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Cypress, Selenium, or similar automation technologies.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence teams and promote a shift‑left testing culture.
• Experience troubleshooting complex software quality challenges and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and a passion for delivering high‑quality, maintainable software.

What You'll Get

In this role, you will work for a higher purpose; hope for everyone dealing with cancer, and for everyone regardless of where in the world, to have access to the best cancer care. In addition to this, Elekta offers a range of benefits.

• Work Pattern (you are required to work from the Crawley HQ 4 days a week with 1-day WFH)
• Up to 25 paid vacation days (plus bank holidays)
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Attractive Employer Pension Contribution Package
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance
• Onsite subsidized restaurant, offering budget‑friendly dining
• Love electric (Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme)

For questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition Partner responsible, [e-mail]. We do not accept applications through e‑mail.

We are an equal opportunity employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.